# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Makola Performing Arts with Okaidja Afroso
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 10:30 am – Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 am
- **Event Description**: Makola Performing Arts with Okaidja Afroso
Wednesday, July 8, 10:30 a.m.
Fountain Plaza
In partnership with Springfield Public Schools, H.O.N.E.Y., Black Cultural Initiative, and Eugene-Springfield NAACP

Makola Performing Arts builds community through the shared language of music, dance, and storytelling, fostering cultural exchange, belonging, and joy across Oregon and beyond. Featuring internationally acclaimed singer, percussionist, guitarist, and dancer Okaidja Afroso and other special guests who create modern African music that effortlessly flows between tradition and innovation.

Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read
Every Wednesday June 17 – August 12
Outdoors on Fountain Plaza
Free Fun for All Ages
All are welcome for our annual outdoor multicultural Summer Reading Celebration series on Fountain Plaza at the Springfield Public Library. Enjoy world-class artists and culture keepers every week starting June 17th!

In partnership with Springfield Public Schools, H.O.N.E.Y., Native Youth Wellness, Chifin Native Youth Center, UO Home Flight Scholars Program, Many Nations Longhouse, UO Sapsik’ʷałá Teacher Education Program, 4J NATIVES, Bethel Native Youth Empowerment, LCC Longhouse & NASA, NAACP, Black Cultural Initiative, Lane County Government, Comunidad y Herencia Cultural, Eugene Arte Latino, Asian Foundation of Oregon, Oregon Multigenerational Community Center, The Nativity of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Parish of Springfield.

https://wheremindsgrow.org/summerreading

miércoles, 8 julio, 10:30 a.m.
la Plaza de la Fuente
En colaboración con las Escuelas Públicas de Springfield, H.O.N.E.Y., la iniciativa Black Cultural Initiative y el NAACP de Eugene-Springfield

Artes del espectáculo Makola con Okaidja Afroso

El grupo Makola Performing Arts crea comunidad a través del lenguaje común de la música, el baile, cuentos y por fomentar el intercambio cultural, el sentido de pertenecía y la alegría, tanto aquí en Oregon como más allá. Con el reconocido cantante, percusionista, guitarrista y bailín Okaidja Afroso y otros invitados especiales, ofrecen música africana moderna que fluye con naturalidad entre la tradición y la innovación.

Lectura de verano 2026: Planta una semilla, lee
Cada miércoles 17 junio a 12 Agosto
Al aire libre en la Plaza de la Fuente
Actividades gratuitas para todas las edades
Food for Lane County ofrece almuerzo gratis en la plaza inmediatamente después del evento, a las 11:30 a.m. para los niños de 1 a 18 años. Hasta agotar existencias.

Todos están invitados a nuestra serie multicultural anual de Celebraciones de Lectura de Verano al aire libre en la Plaza de la Fuente, frente a la Biblioteca Pública de Springfield. Cada semana a partir del 17 de junio, disfrute de artistas de talla mundial y guardianes culturales.

En colaboración con Springfield Public Schools, H.O.N.E.Y., Native Youth Wellness, Chifin Native Youth Center, UO Home Flight Scholars Program, Many Nations Longhouse, UO Sapsik’ʷałá Teacher Education Program, 4J NATIVES, Bethel Native Youth Empowerment, LCC Longhouse & NASA, NAACP, Black Cultural Initiative, Lane County Government, Comunidad y Herencia Cultural, Eugene Arte Latino, Asian Foundation of Oregon, Oregon Multigenerational Community Center, The Nativity of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Parish of Springfield.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/makola-performing-arts-with-okaidja-afroso/200030025688603
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, performances, music, health-wellness, workshops, art, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 60

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Springfield
- **state**: OR
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 225 5th St, Springfield, OR, United States, Oregon 97477
- **lat**: 44.04731
- **long**: -123.01865
- **full address**: 225 5th St, Springfield, OR, United States, Oregon 97477

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Makola Performing Arts with Okaidja Afroso being held?
  - **A:** Makola Performing Arts with Okaidja Afroso takes place on Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 10:30 am to Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 am at 225 5th St, Springfield, OR, United States, Oregon 97477.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Makola Performing Arts with Okaidja Afroso?
  - **A:** Makola Performing Arts with Okaidja Afroso is organized by Springfield Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Makola Performing Arts with Okaidja Afroso is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Springfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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