BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//EducArte - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:EducArte X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.educarteinc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for EducArte REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T210000 DTSTAMP:20241128T042707Z CREATED:20241122T181216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042707Z UID:10000598-1739993400-1739998800@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-02-19/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/KSpanos-Heather-Osteen-Photography-4-square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T193000 DTSTAMP:20241229T202003Z CREATED:20241122T175558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z UID:10000547-1739989800-1739993400@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-02-19/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MSAC_IrishStepDancing-1794-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T170000 DTSTAMP:20250131T194225Z CREATED:20241126T163523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T194225Z UID:10000612-1739714400-1739725200@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Sarau de Samba at Glen Echo Park DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sarau-de-samba-at-glen-echo-park-feb16/ LOCATION:Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park\, 7300 MacArthur Blvd\, Glen Echo\, 20812\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured,Pablo Regis,Saraus de Samba ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SARAUS-DE-SAMBA-Oficial-Quadrado-no-QR-Feb-16.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T210000 DTSTAMP:20250106T183530Z CREATED:20241211T180137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183530Z UID:10000623-1739475000-1739480400@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class/2025-02-13/ LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ensaios-de-Bateria-Quadrado-EN.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T203000 DTSTAMP:20250411T173230Z CREATED:20241211T180517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173230Z UID:10000642-1739475000-1739478600@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-no-pe-dance-class-spring25/2025-02-13/ LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Samba-no-Pe-Quadrado-PT.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T210000 DTSTAMP:20241128T042707Z CREATED:20241122T181216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042707Z UID:10000597-1739388600-1739394000@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-02-12/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/KSpanos-Heather-Osteen-Photography-4-square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T193000 DTSTAMP:20241229T202003Z CREATED:20241122T175558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z UID:10000546-1739385000-1739388600@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-02-12/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MSAC_IrishStepDancing-1794-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T210000 DTSTAMP:20250106T183530Z CREATED:20241211T180137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183530Z UID:10000622-1738870200-1738875600@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class/2025-02-06/ LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ensaios-de-Bateria-Quadrado-EN.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T203000 DTSTAMP:20250411T173230Z CREATED:20241211T180517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173230Z UID:10000641-1738870200-1738873800@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-no-pe-dance-class-spring25/2025-02-06/ LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Samba-no-Pe-Quadrado-PT.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T210000 DTSTAMP:20241128T042707Z CREATED:20241122T181216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042707Z UID:10000596-1738783800-1738789200@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-02-05/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/KSpanos-Heather-Osteen-Photography-4-square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T193000 DTSTAMP:20241229T202003Z CREATED:20241122T175558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z UID:10000545-1738780200-1738783800@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-02-05/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MSAC_IrishStepDancing-1794-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T210000 DTSTAMP:20250106T183530Z CREATED:20241211T180137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183530Z UID:10000621-1738265400-1738270800@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class/2025-01-30/ LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ensaios-de-Bateria-Quadrado-EN.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T203000 DTSTAMP:20250411T173230Z CREATED:20241211T180517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173230Z UID:10000640-1738265400-1738269000@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-no-pe-dance-class-spring25/2025-01-30/ LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Samba-no-Pe-Quadrado-PT.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T210000 DTSTAMP:20241128T042707Z CREATED:20241122T181216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042707Z UID:10000595-1738179000-1738184400@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-29/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/KSpanos-Heather-Osteen-Photography-4-square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T193000 DTSTAMP:20241229T202003Z CREATED:20241122T175558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z UID:10000544-1738175400-1738179000@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-29/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MSAC_IrishStepDancing-1794-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T170000 DTSTAMP:20250220T152049Z CREATED:20241031T133207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T152049Z UID:10000535-1737900000-1737910800@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Sarau de Samba at Glen Echo Park DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sarau-de-samba-at-glen-echo-park-jan26/ LOCATION:Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park\, 7300 MacArthur Blvd\, Glen Echo\, 20812\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured,Pablo Regis,Saraus de Samba ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SARAUS-DE-SAMBA-Oficial-Quadrado-no-QR-with-NEA-Jan-26.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T210000 DTSTAMP:20250106T183530Z CREATED:20241211T180137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183530Z UID:10000620-1737660600-1737666000@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class/2025-01-23/ LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ensaios-de-Bateria-Quadrado-EN.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T203000 DTSTAMP:20250411T173230Z CREATED:20241211T180517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173230Z UID:10000639-1737660600-1737664200@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-no-pe-dance-class-spring25/2025-01-23/ LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Samba-no-Pe-Quadrado-PT.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T210000 DTSTAMP:20241128T042707Z CREATED:20241122T181216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042707Z UID:10000594-1737574200-1737579600@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-22/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/KSpanos-Heather-Osteen-Photography-4-square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T193000 DTSTAMP:20241229T202003Z CREATED:20241122T175558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z UID:10000543-1737570600-1737574200@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-22/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MSAC_IrishStepDancing-1794-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T210000 DTSTAMP:20250106T183530Z CREATED:20241211T180137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183530Z UID:10000619-1737055800-1737061200@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class/2025-01-16/ LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ensaios-de-Bateria-Quadrado-EN.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T203000 DTSTAMP:20250411T173230Z CREATED:20241211T180517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173230Z UID:10000638-1737055800-1737059400@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-no-pe-dance-class-spring25/2025-01-16/ LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Samba-no-Pe-Quadrado-PT.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T210000 DTSTAMP:20241128T042707Z CREATED:20241122T181216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042707Z UID:10000593-1736969400-1736974800@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-15/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/KSpanos-Heather-Osteen-Photography-4-square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T193000 DTSTAMP:20241229T202003Z CREATED:20241122T175558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z UID:10000542-1736965800-1736969400@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-15/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MSAC_IrishStepDancing-1794-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T200000 DTSTAMP:20241125T150823Z CREATED:20241125T150823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T150823Z UID:10000611-1735056000-1735070400@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Holiday performance (private event) DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/holiday-performance-private-event-3/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Concerts & Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/cropped-Blue-black-circle-module.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T210000 DTSTAMP:20240706T131651Z CREATED:20240705T134258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T131651Z UID:10000491-1734550200-1734555600@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Irish Dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2024-12-18/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Festival-style-Irish-dance-Fall-2024-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T210000 DTSTAMP:20240831T163646Z CREATED:20240625T193031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T163646Z UID:10000522-1734031800-1734037200@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class-fall24/2024-12-12/ LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ensaios-de-Bateria-Quadrado-EN.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T203000 DTSTAMP:20240909T142140Z CREATED:20240625T192653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142140Z UID:10000508-1734031800-1734035400@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-dance-class-fall24/2024-12-12/ LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Samba-no-Pe-Quadrado-EN.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T210000 DTSTAMP:20240706T131651Z CREATED:20240705T134258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T131651Z UID:10000490-1733945400-1733950800@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:Irish Dance with Kate Spanos DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2024-12-11/ LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Festival-style-Irish-dance-Fall-2024-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T210000 DTSTAMP:20240831T163646Z CREATED:20240625T193031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T163646Z UID:10000521-1733427000-1733432400@www.educarteinc.org SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class DESCRIPTION:EducArte invites the community to celebrate Brazilian culture at our Festa Julina\, a free outdoor festival in Wheaton featuring live music\, dance\, Brazilian food vendors\, and a Brazilian and Latin American arts market. The event is rooted in Brazil’s beloved Festa Junina tradition\, a harvest festival that is the country’s second-biggest celebration after Carnival. \n \n \n \n Schedule (subject to change) \n \n \n \n \n12:00 PM – Batalá – All-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae drumming\n12:30 PM – Jo Silva – Sertanejo and piseiro concert\n1:45 PM – Capoeira demo by Angá Capoeira and Capoeira Mutamba (Mestre Javali)\n2:00 PM – Quadrilha (Brazilian traditional group dance) called by Nat Pela\n2:30 PM – Forró dance lesson\n3:00 PM – Felipe Hostins Trio – Forró pé de serra concert\n4:00 PM – Festival ends\n \n \n \n \n Confirmed food vendors \n \n \n \n Brigalicious (brigadeiros)The Churrasco (Brazilian barbecue)Gnomus Bowls (açaí)Kitau Sushi (Brazilian sushi)More coming soon! \n \n \n \n Arts market vendors \n \n \n \n Art of Sarang (visual art\, photography)Bilingual children’s books by Ingrid DaianeBonita Brazil (jewelry)Brazilian Mate (Brazilian mate drink)Fine Ceramics Functional Art (ceramics)Ink by Brendozaa (flash tattoos)Insogifts (bags\, hats)Wheaton Arts Parade (local artists)More coming soon!➡️ Interested in being a vendor? Apply to participate in the arts market by filling out THIS INTEREST FORM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins Trio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felipe Hostins is a composer\, accordionist\, and multi-instrumentalist from Blumenau\, Santa Catarina\, Brazil\, who began playing accordion with his grandfather at age three and moved to the United States at 21 to launch his international career. Drawing on a wide range of musical traditions\, he has forged a distinctive sound that blends Brazilian roots with global influences. Hostins is a featured composer and performer on Cyro Baptista’s acclaimed album CHAMA and co-composer and performer of IMIGRA with Ian Ruas\, and he has appeared at major festivals in Brazil\, Portugal\, and across the United States\, including the National\, Richmond\, and Montana Folk Festivals. In 2024\, he was a finalist for Brazil’s Prêmio da Música Instrumental and was recently highlighted at the American Accordionists’ Association Gala. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dora Flor is a percussionist\, singer\, and educator whose lifelong love of music and movement is rooted in the rhythms and soul of Brazilian culture. She has brought Brazilian music and dance to prestigious institutions such as Princeton University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, sharing the joy and depth of these traditions with diverse audiences. A passionate dance teacher and co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School\, Dora is known for her joyful presence\, clear teaching style\, and care for every student on and off the dance floor. She brings that same energy to our Festa Julina and can’t wait to dance forró with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Davi Massapê is a singer\, percussionist\, composer\, and educator deeply rooted in the Brazilian rhythms of samba and forró. Based in New York City\, he has performed at events such as Make Music NY and Open Streets\, and has shared his love of Brazilian music and dance with students at Princeton University and Middlebury Language School. As co-founder of Forró Brooklyn Dance School and half of the duo Flor de Massapê\, Davi approaches every project with warmth\, curiosity\, and musical sensitivity. He is delighted to join EducArte in celebrating Festa Julina and to invite you onto the dance floor for an evening of Brazilian music and community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo Silva is a sertanejo singer born in Jauru\, Mato Grosso\, who has resided in the US since 2005. Based in the Maryland/DC area\, he has performed all over the East Coast\, bringing his unique Brazilian flavor to events. \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Batalá Washington is an all-women Afro-Brazilian samba reggae percussion band whose mission is to empower women and share the vibrant Afro-Bahian culture of Salvador\, Brazil\, through drumming. Their powerful rhythms\, colorful costumes\, and energetic choreography create an unforgettable visual and musical experience for audiences across the DC area. An all-volunteer group of more than 80 members\, Batalá Washington is part of a global Batalá network and supports cultural exchange with Bahia through scholarships\, locally made instruments and costumes\, and community events such as their annual “Be a Drummer for a Day” workshop. \n \n \n \n Thau Oliveira\, event emcee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thauani (Thau) Oliveira is a content creator\, model\, and Brazilian businesswoman based in the DC area. Passionate about art\, culture\, and community\, she uses her platforms to connect people through creativity and to represent and share the value of Brazilian culture abroad. As EducArte’s ambassador\, Thau seeks to amplify the visibility of Brazilian cultural initiatives in the DMV\, promoting our community’s events\, artists\, music\, cuisine\, and histories. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking and transportation \n \n \n \n The Wheaton Metro Station (Red Line) is within a 1-minute walking distance of Marian Fryer Town Plaza. Find directions here. There is free parking at the Wheaton Metro Parking Garage:11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 You may also park at Montgomery County Parking Lot 13 (Next to the Mid-County Regional Services Center building):11030 Veirs Mill Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD 20902 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educarte Incorporated\, dba EducArte\, is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. Thanks also to Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for sponsoring the event. URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class-fall24/2024-12-05/ LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.educarteinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ensaios-de-Bateria-Quadrado-EN.png ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR