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SUMMARY:Sunday Reset
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Reset is part of a community wellness series dedicated to welcoming participants into a third space to relax and refresh for the week ahead. AWAACC will facilitate access to yoga led by Black owned Yoga Studio Thinkwell Yoga. The goal here is to provided fellow wellness enthusiasts to connect\, foster business for our resident cafe\, and encourage gallery tours and membership.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/sunday-reset-oct25/
LOCATION:980 Liberty Ave.\, 980 Liberty Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T170000
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SUMMARY:Home in The Writer's Landscape: Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Free\, registration requested. \n Join us for a guided experience inside August Wilson: The Writer’s Landscape followed by a conversation with acclaimed actor\, playwright\, and historian Wali Jamal. Together\, we will explore the Pittsburgh people and places that shaped Wilson’s worldview and inspired his ten-play American Century Cycle. \nConnecting with Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh annual call for art theme\, Home\, participants are invited to consider the ways August Wilson used his hometown as inspiration and source material. \nTo learn more about this year’s Call for Art including submission guidelines\, community workshops to support your submission\, and see previous winners check out 2026-27 Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh Call for Art: Home \nAbout Wali Jamal\nWali Jamal is a Pittsburgh-born actor\, playwright\, historian\, and teaching artist. His theater career began in 1999 with Kuntu Repertory Theatre under the tutelage of the late Dr. Vernell A. Lillie\, and has performed on every major Pittsburgh stage. He is the only actor in the world to have performed all ten plays in August Wilson’s American Century Cycle and Wilson’s autobiographical solo work\, How I Learned What I Learned. In 2018\, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette named him Performer of the Year\, and civic bodies at the city\, county\, and state levels recognized his achievement. His historical work centers Pittsburgh and African American history; through residencies\, and master classes he brings archival research and historical figures to contemporary audiences.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/home-in-the-writers-landscape-envisioning-a-just-pittsburgh-workshop/
LOCATION:980 Liberty Ave.\, 980 Liberty Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T193000
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SUMMARY:Valerie Coleman & Friends
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Chamber Music Pittsburgh\, we are pleased to present RÊVERIE: Dreams of Harlem and Paris\, featuring three founding members of Imani Winds. \nRêverie returns to the early twentieth century through the perspectives of Black artists at the center of “Le Jazz Hot” and the legendary Harlem Renaissance. \nValerie Coleman\, GRAMMY-nominated founding flutist of Imani Winds\, is a multi-talented composer\, musician\, and educator who was named Performance Today’s 2020 Classical Woman of the Year. This sizzling program brings together six powerhouse artists to perform three of Coleman’s compositions and works by Ravel\, Debussy and Grant Still. \nCLAUDE DEBUSSY Rêverie\nVALERIE COLEMAN Matisseries\nMAURICE RAVEL Sonata for Violin and Cello\, M.73\nWILLIAM GRANT STILL Summerland\, from Three Visions\nVALERIE COLEMAN Portraits of Langston\nVALERIE COLEMAN Cotton Club Juba
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/valerie-coleman-friends/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T193000
DTSTAMP:20261020T094106
CREATED:20260127T135604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T215635Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next edition of Storytime Spotlight featuring young writer Hannah Walker and her poem\, When Freedom Flies. A former participant in AWAACC’s Youth Writers Camp\, Hannah returns to share her work in a special program celebrating young voices\, creativity\, and the power of storytelling. \nStorytime Spotlight is AWAACC’s educational series highlighting Black and Brown children’s book authors through live readings\, songs\, rhymes\, and conversations. The series is moderated by Dr. Cathryn Calhoun\, AWAACC’s Director of Education and Community Engagement\, and Keah Adams\, AWAACC’s Senior Manager of Education and Community Engagement.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/storytime-spotlight-2-2026-10-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T210000
DTSTAMP:20261020T094106
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SUMMARY:Cultural District Gallery Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Stop in at AWAACC during this month’s Cultural District Gallery Crawl. \nExperience an evening of art\, culture\, and discovery at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center during this month’s Gallery Crawl. Explore our galleries and experience four exhibitions currently on view: \n\nLavett Ballard: A Rose is a Rose is a Rose\nShaheed Rucker: Recovering the Iconic\nGreetings\nBlack In Time: 30 Years of Cave Canem\n\nFrom contemporary visual art to explorations of Black identity\, history\, memory\, and literary legacy\, AWAACC offers a dynamic range of exhibitions to experience throughout the evening. \nMake AWAACC one of your Gallery Crawl stops and discover what’s on view in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/cultural-district-gallery-crawl-10-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T180000
DTSTAMP:20261020T094106
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T184329Z
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SUMMARY:Ami Taf Ra & Kamasi Washington presenting The Prophet & The Madman
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with City Winery Pittsburgh \nNorth African\, Los Angeles-based vocalist and composer Ami Taf Ra joins acclaimed saxophonist\, composer\, and producer Kamasi Washington for a special November 2026 tour presentation celebrating their ongoing creative collaboration and Ami’s debut album\, The Prophet and the Madman. \nProduced by Washington and released through Brainfeeder\, The Prophet and the Madman brings together Moroccan Gnawa\, Arabic musical traditions\, gospel\, soul\, and spiritual jazz in a deeply personal exploration of duality\, healing\, ancestral memory\, and transformation. Inspired in part by the writings of Lebanese-American poet Kahlil Gibran\, the album creates a sweeping musical world in which Ami’s commanding\, operatic voice moves between intimacy\, theatricality\, and spiritual release. \nSince its release\, the album has earned significant critical recognition. The Prophet and the Madman is nominated for Best Spiritual Album at the Libera Awards\, and the Ami/Washington collaboration “Gnawa” was named one of NPR’s Best Songs of 2025. Ami Taf Ra was also recognized among Stereogum’s Best New Artists of 2025. \nThe artistic connection between Ami and Washington is at the heart of the project. Their collaboration can be heard on “How I Became a Madman\,” a soaring meditation on the tension between inner chaos and clarity\, and throughout an album shaped by Washington’s expansive production and Ami’s singular cross-cultural perspective. Together\, they create music that feels both ancient and forward-looking\, connecting North African and Middle Eastern traditions with the freedom\, improvisation\, and communal spirit of contemporary jazz. \nAmi has performed internationally across Europe\, North Africa\, the Middle East\, and the United States\, including appearances with the Dutch Royal Metropole Orchestra\, North Sea Jazz\, Blue Note Tokyo\, and Ronnie Scott’s in the UK\, as well as performances at the Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival\, City Winery Boston\, and the Just Jazz Concert Series in Los Angeles. Grammy winning and Emmy nominated composer and saxophonist Kamasi Washington is one of the defining musical voices of his generation\, building an expansive body of work that reaches across jazz\, soul\, hip-hop\, classical music\, film\, and TV. \nTheir November 2026 performances offer audiences a rare opportunity to experience the world of The Prophet and the Madman live\, with Ami’s evocative storytelling and extraordinary vocal range meeting the power\, imagination\, and spiritual intensity of Kamasi Washington’s musical universe.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/ami-taf-ra-kamasi-washington-presenting-the-prophet-the-madman/
LOCATION:City Winery Pittsburgh\, 1627 Smallman Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T213000
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SUMMARY:Ami Taf Ra & Kamasi Washington presenting The Prophet & The Madman
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with City Winery Pittsburgh \nNorth African\, Los Angeles-based vocalist and composer Ami Taf Ra joins acclaimed saxophonist\, composer\, and producer Kamasi Washington for a special November 2026 tour presentation celebrating their ongoing creative collaboration and Ami’s debut album\, The Prophet and the Madman. \nProduced by Washington and released through Brainfeeder\, The Prophet and the Madman brings together Moroccan Gnawa\, Arabic musical traditions\, gospel\, soul\, and spiritual jazz in a deeply personal exploration of duality\, healing\, ancestral memory\, and transformation. Inspired in part by the writings of Lebanese-American poet Kahlil Gibran\, the album creates a sweeping musical world in which Ami’s commanding\, operatic voice moves between intimacy\, theatricality\, and spiritual release. \nSince its release\, the album has earned significant critical recognition. The Prophet and the Madman is nominated for Best Spiritual Album at the Libera Awards\, and the Ami/Washington collaboration “Gnawa” was named one of NPR’s Best Songs of 2025. Ami Taf Ra was also recognized among Stereogum’s Best New Artists of 2025. \nThe artistic connection between Ami and Washington is at the heart of the project. Their collaboration can be heard on “How I Became a Madman\,” a soaring meditation on the tension between inner chaos and clarity\, and throughout an album shaped by Washington’s expansive production and Ami’s singular cross-cultural perspective. Together\, they create music that feels both ancient and forward-looking\, connecting North African and Middle Eastern traditions with the freedom\, improvisation\, and communal spirit of contemporary jazz. \nAmi has performed internationally across Europe\, North Africa\, the Middle East\, and the United States\, including appearances with the Dutch Royal Metropole Orchestra\, North Sea Jazz\, Blue Note Tokyo\, and Ronnie Scott’s in the UK\, as well as performances at the Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival\, City Winery Boston\, and the Just Jazz Concert Series in Los Angeles. Grammy winning and Emmy nominated composer and saxophonist Kamasi Washington is one of the defining musical voices of his generation\, building an expansive body of work that reaches across jazz\, soul\, hip-hop\, classical music\, film\, and TV. \nTheir November 2026 performances offer audiences a rare opportunity to experience the world of The Prophet and the Madman live\, with Ami’s evocative storytelling and extraordinary vocal range meeting the power\, imagination\, and spiritual intensity of Kamasi Washington’s musical universe.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/ami-taf-ra-kamasi-washington-presenting-the-prophet-the-madman-930/
LOCATION:City Winery Pittsburgh\, 1627 Smallman Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T210000
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SUMMARY:Greetings: Kickback
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the Greetings exhibition for an evening where community\, culture\, and play come together. \nWhether you’re pulling up a chair for a game of spades\, challenging someone to classic video games\, listening to music\, or simply enjoying good conversation\, the Greetings Kickback is designed to recreate the spirit of the gatherings that have brought people together across generations. \nThroughout the evening\, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the exhibition in a unique way by building your own digital archive. Curate a collection by uploading images from your own life alongside Greetings exhibition artifacts that resonate with you. As you explore\, you’ll preserve the stories\, objects\, and memories that matter most\, creating a personalized archive to take home and revisit long after your visit.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/greetings-kickback/
LOCATION:980 Liberty Ave.\, 980 Liberty Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T210000
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SUMMARY:Intermission: An Artful Networking Series
DESCRIPTION:The networking experience you’ve been waiting for. Drink. Dine. Dance. Decompress.\nLooking for after-work plans in Downtown Pittsburgh? Step into a curated networking experience where art and culture converge. Explore the galleries\, engage in meaningful conversation\, and connect with a dynamic community of creatives and professionals. Enjoy a cash bar and high-energy sounds from one of the city’s best DJs. \nGood people. Great energy. No script required. 21 and over.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/intermission-an-artful-networking-series-2025-2025-04-17-2025-05-22-2025-06-19-2025-12-18-2026-03-19-2026-04-16-2026-05-21-2026-07-16-2026-09-17-2026-11-19/
LOCATION:980 Liberty Ave.\, 980 Liberty Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T160000
DTSTAMP:20261020T094106
CREATED:20260818T210626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210709Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center for a festive celebration filled with joy\, culture\, and community spirit! \nExplore a vibrant marketplace featuring unique vendors with one-of-a-kind gifts\, snap photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus\, and enjoy live performances that bring the season to life. Take part in engaging Kwanzaa activities that honor cultural traditions and values. \nIt’s a beautiful day for families and friends to gather and create lasting memories together. Come share in the warmth and wonder of the season!
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/holiday-community-day-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T160000
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CREATED:20260820T223656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T223718Z
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SUMMARY:Read to Dream Experience
DESCRIPTION:The Read to Dream Experience brings families together to explore how books help children imagine\, reflect\, and dream. Created for children from birth to age 10\, each session includes interactive storytelling\, guided discussion\, and creative activities that connect reading to personal goals and ideas. \nIn partnership with The Young Dreamers’ Bookstore\, the program centers children’s voices and supports families in building reader identity\, imagination\, and aspiration. The selected books feature protagonists of African descent from around the world\, offering representation and a global perspective.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/read-to-dream/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T160157Z
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SUMMARY:Intermission: An Artful Networking Series
DESCRIPTION:The networking experience you’ve been waiting for. Drink. Dine. Dance. Decompress.\nLooking for after-work plans in Downtown Pittsburgh? Step into a curated networking experience where art and culture converge. Explore the galleries\, engage in meaningful conversation\, and connect with a dynamic community of creatives and professionals. Enjoy a cash bar and high-energy sounds from one of the city’s best DJs. \nGood people. Great energy. No script required. 21 and over.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/intermission-an-artful-networking-series-2025-2025-04-17-2025-05-22-2025-06-19-2025-12-18-2026-03-19-2026-04-16-2026-05-21-2026-07-16-2026-09-17-2026-12-17/2026-12-17/
LOCATION:980 Liberty Ave.\, 980 Liberty Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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