White Dog Cafe Breakfast Talks
Serving Food with Thought
Celebrating El Festival Cubano
October Breakfast Talk Series
El Festival Cubano, October 5-20, features the arts and culture of Cuba, with an emphasis on
creating relationships with diverse cultural organizations throughout Philadelphia. For a
complete listing of Festival events and locations, call (215) 222-4540 or click here.
“A Festival Kick-off”
with Laurence Salzmann and Larry Robin
Wednesday, October 3, 8am
Join Salzmann, the festival’s artistic director, and Robin, executive director of Moonstone, Inc., the presenter of the festival, and participating Cuban artists for a kickoff celebration of this unprecedented event.
“Cutumba-Ballet Folklorico de Santiago de Cuba”
with Idalberto Bandera and Kristina Wirtz
Tuesday, October 9, 8am
Meet director Bandera, who will talk about the troupe’s work and its upcoming presentation at the Art Sanctuary. Folklorist Wirtz, of the U of Penn, will provide a contextual background of the work.
“Honoring Jose Marti”
with Lillian Guerra
Thursday, October 18, 8am
Learn about the life & work of this legendary Cuban poet and revolutionary from expert Guerra, U.S.-born Cuban professor at Bates College. John Dowlin, of Citizen Diplomats, will give details of the Oct. 20 José Martí Bike Ride in Philadelphia.
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Breakfast talks at 8am include your choice of a full breakfast with coffee and orange juice, followed by a speaker and discussion from 8:30-10am. $12 per person, including tax and gratuity. (Students & seniors, $10 with advance notice.) Reservations required, (215) 386-9224
