nt. In its eighth year, The Thom Hartmann Program airs live daily, NOON – 3pm, ET simulcast as both radio and TV on over 120 radio stations. into more than 50 million homes via both nationwide satellite TV systems (DirecTV and Dish Network). Celebrating All Tribes
| 30 November 2009
Bring out your zills, doumbeks, and best zagreet, it’s time for the 6th Annual Tribal Fusion Faire. Gathering under the theme of Celebrating All Tribes, the faire will take place on Saturday December 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Sunday, December 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Arroyo Grande South County Regional Center. The center is located at 800 Branch Street
Since its first event in 2003, the Tribal Fusion Faire has become an anticipated annual event for San Luis Obispo County residents who enjoy Middle Eastern dance. It always features a full line of stellar performances by top dancers and troupes from around the world and in our own backyard. Open dance intervals allow everyone to get up and shake what yer mama gave ya!
Aligning with the theme, Celebrating All Tribes, participants and attendees will be welcomed into the tribal encampment ambiance, complete with tents, canopies, Bedouin costuming and regalia. Vendors will be on hand to haggle prices for that beaded Choli top, hip scarf, tabla, or authentic tribal jewelry. Shop till ya drop, or at least until your significant other’s arms give out! Excellent ethnic cuisine and drinks will be available for purchase. Music performances include Ras Danny and DJ Katchafiya.
For dancers, world class workshops from some of the top and hottest names in the Bellydance and Tribal Bellydance communities will be offered. Teachers include Amy Sigil of Unmata, Karma, Anaar of Tombo Studios, Rose Harden of Ultra Gypsy, Elizabeth Mahina, Zoe Jakes, and many more. Get your bids in early for these workshops, as they do sell out quickly. It’s a wonderful opportunity for the novice, as well as the professional performer, to work with and hone their skills. Workshop details and sign ups are available on the website: www.meddevi.com/tribalfusionfaire.
Tickets are $10.00 at the door, $8 in advance at Bali Isle at their new location, 672 Higuera St. San Luis Obispo. For information, call 544-7662. Sponsored by: Bali Isle, Dance Obispo, Arroyo Grande Chamber of Commerce, Information Press, and New Times.