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WaZoBia FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2009 7:00PM Bethlehem Church Sanctuary WaZoBia is a Grand Rapids, MI based ensemble whose MAJIC debut utilizes traditional African drumming in an informative and interactive presentation for adults and children alike. WaZoBia means “come, come, come” in three distinct Nigerian tribal languages and is an invitation for togetherness, unity and diversity in community. Recent review of WaZoBia: "WaZoBia, an interactive drumming and dancing program, delivered by musician and dancer Sunny Eselekhomhem, was a knockout success! The program title is an African word derived from three Nigerian languages; wa (Yoroba), zo (Hausa), and bia (Ibu) all of which mean come. Drums are a traditional way to communicate messages in Nigeria, and Eselekhomhen's drums communicate the messages of hope, unity, peace and togetherness. Participants got out of their seats and gathered on stage for a jamming good time. They learned about several contemporary versions of African dances like Bata, Atilogaw, Swange and Fulani. Patron comments included: "excellent program presentation", "very interactive", and "very emotional learning experience". What a great way to dance, party, and learn about African history!" WaZoBia's Website   Reception Art: Gary Eldridge Based in Lowell, MI Gary Eldrige of Gary Eldridge Illustration Inc will present works from a recent visit to Africa that was part of an EnergyTouch mission trip to Musoma and Kinesi Village, Tanzania. His works feature multimedia collages depicting scenes from his travels.