Programs

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Koku’s Karamu

The word karamu is an African Kiswahili word meaning, “feast”. So sit down and get ready for some really delicious stories.

Koku’s Kwanzaa:
I bring the set up, (candles, kinara…etc..) You bring your community. (All ages)

A is for Africa , the Ashanti & Anansi!:
Whether man or spider, this popular folklore character is good for great stories, great lessons and great fun. (All Ages)

Around the World in Stories:
This series of tales takes the audience from Africa, to Europe, to Asia,The Islands and The Americas, Everybody and every culture has a story to tell. (All Ages).

A Story for Every Season:
In April, it’s Honey the Bunny, in October, Cocoa the Scarecrow,  and in May, Furahah the Fairy tells fairy tales. Each month brings a different character with seasonal and holiday stories. (Pre-K only)

From Freedom to Slavery to Freedom:
An assortment of true and fictional stories that explore the Black experience from Africa to America. (Middle School to Adult)

Cuz I’m A Woman!  “Girl Power!”:
Stories that celebrate female empowerment while nourish the feminine spirit. Men will like these too! (Middle School to Adult)      

Storytelling Workshop: "Storyteller Rising":
Koku teaches you to, “Run and Tell This!” A series of 12  1 ½ hour  workshops that help develop speech, confidence, oratory and creative skills. These workshops end in a culminating Storytellin Concert by participants. (Ages 8 and Up)

Once Upon A Birthday: 
Mama Koku would love to come celebrate your birthday with you! She’ll bring stories,  face painting and balloon sculptures too. It’s ya birthday!