# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Summer Night Social: Drummin' Up Ubuntu
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Ubuntu is an African philosophy that expresses our humanity and interconnectedness. Drumming is an activity that brings people, groups or communities together. When these two are meshed, what we get is a musical gathering depicting our link to one another. Everyone is immediately connected through the making of music and drumming.

Take part in this interactive program that brings together impromptu musicians (made up the programs participants) playing unique beats on the drums and other percussion instruments. This is an intergenerational activity that everyone can enjoy regardless of musical ability.

PLEASE NOTE: Drums will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This drop-in program takes place outdoors in our Naturespace, weather permitting. In case of rain, we’ll bring the fun inside the library.

Grab your family or friends and join us for a fun night! Everyone welcome.

About the Presenter
Drummer and multi-instrumentalist, Babarinde Williams “Baba” is the founder and CEO of Drums et al. He was born in the coastal city of Ebute-Metta (literally translated: 3 shores) one of the satellite cities that make up the mega city of Lagos, Africa’s equivalent of New York City. He was recognized as a drumming prodigy at a very tender age and started performing with local, recreational, amateur and semi-professional group in his neighbourhood.

Baba has played in a variety of environments. He has featured as djembe soloist at different concerts and productions. He has also been involved in Theater, chorales, and studio recordings across 3 continents of the world.

For two decades he has been a positive force in the drumming community of Ontario. He is regarded as one of Canada’s most prolific and respected drumming instructors and has facilitated numerous workshops in and around his home province of Ontario.

Baba has received honours and awards from leading community and political figures from Premiers to councilors and the list keeps growing. He has used his knowledge and skills to assist the challenged and underprivileged. He has been described as a selfless and dedicated cultural ambassador and a respected representative of the African community. He spends time at risk youths and has also given his time and effort to improve the lots of the less privileged.

Photography Notice: Please note that photographs and videos may be taken at this event and may be broadcast, reproduced, and/or made available in print or online. For individual or small group photos, staff will make attendees aware of their presence and will ask permission before taking photos. 

For larger public events, please note that by attending, you are consenting to the use of your appearance, image, and voice in print or digital productions created by the Waterloo Public Library for promotional use only. Please speak to library staff at the event if you’d like to be excluded from any photo/video.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waterloo/summer-night-social-drummin-up-ubuntu/200030307985021
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, performances, workshops, live-music, art, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Waterloo
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Waterloo Public Library (Ontario, Canada) (Eastside Branch)
- **lat**: 43.5189105
- **long**: -80.5087829
- **full address**: Waterloo Public Library (Ontario, Canada) (Eastside Branch), City of Waterloo, 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON N2K 4K4, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Summer Night Social: Drummin' Up Ubuntu being held?
  - **A:** Summer Night Social: Drummin' Up Ubuntu takes place on Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Waterloo Public Library (Ontario, Canada) (Eastside Branch), City of Waterloo, 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON N2K 4K4, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Summer Night Social: Drummin' Up Ubuntu?
  - **A:** Summer Night Social: Drummin' Up Ubuntu is organized by Waterloo Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Summer Night Social: Drummin' Up Ubuntu 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 Waterloo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Summer Night Social: Drummin' Up Ubuntu sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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