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| 2006 Islamic Festival in Philadelphia The Fourteenth Annual International Islamic Heritage Festival is part of PECO's Multicultural Series. This unique event draws visitors, vendors, and Islamic scholars from all over the country. Taking place on the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, Columbus Boulevard and Chestnut Street on June 10, 2006 the event will be a chance to experience authentic Islamic cuisine, music and entertainment along with learning about the rich Islamic heritage and history. The festival begins at 12 Noon at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, located on Columbus Boulevard and Chestnut Street. The day's events will include a book signing and meet the author pavilion. The authors will include Nimat Marie, "Mother's Wit Commentaries for the Human Spirits, " and Amin Nathari, "Muslim Unity by Any Means Necessary" will be present along with other writers. Over 50 national and international merchants will be on hand selling an assortment of goods and services from around the world including Islamic arts and crafts, books, clothing, and unique foods. ICPIC's New Africa Muslim American Museum and Archive will display a sample of their exhibits. In addition to the bazaar and activities, stage entertainment will be provided throughout the day beginning at 1:00 p.m. World-renowned UPK Generals will perform as well as the Universal African Dancers, the Association of Islamic Charitable Project's Madih Chorus, young rap/spoken word artists from the J&R Grassroots Artist Group, the Exiles, acclaimed singer Dar Es Salaam and the Muslim Vanguard Jazz Ensemble Healing Force. Other musical groups will feature Muslim rap artists as well as multicultural performance groups. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Jazz News :: home page |