International sensations Tito Puente Jr. and The Itals are the concert headliners for Brookhaven’s 2nd annual International Festival, taking place Saturday, Oct. 19, and Sunday, Oct. 20, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., along the Peachtree Creek Greenway.
Latin and jazz musician and percussionist Tito Puente Jr., who closes the concert on Sunday, Oct. 20, has become an audience favorite in casinos, performing arts centers, symphony halls and jazz festivals worldwide, performing in more than 300 shows over the past 5 years. The son of the legendary musician Tito Puente, his 2004 album, “In My Father’s Shoes,” featured the classic Puente titles and was spun into a BET Jazz television special of the same name. Puente Jr. was seen in a tribute to his father’s music on NBC’s two hour special--“The Apollo at 70: A Hot Night in Harlem.” He has also appeared on the ABC soap opera hit “One Life to Live” in performance with his big band. Symphony appearances include Dallas, San Antonio, Colorado, South Bend, and upcoming performances with the Palm Desert Symphony and the National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Marvin Hamlisch.
The Itals are the Saturday headliner. The Jamaican reggae vocal group was formed in 1976 by Alvin "Keith" Porter, Lloyd Ricketts, and Ronnie Davis (formerly a member of The Tennors), all of whom had previously also recorded as solo artists. All three had worked together in the late 1960s in The Westmorelites. The group recorded several albums through the late 1970s and 1980s, with Ronnie Davis going on to a successful solo career in 1997 as Ronnie Davis and Idren.
Performers rounding out the international lineup include African women empowerment dance group Giwayen Mata, Colombian Salsa musician Brayan Caceres, Matsuriza Japanese Traditional Taiko Drummers, Atlanta-based world-music group Surya Ensemble, World of Lucha Libre wrestling, and more.
Visit www.BrookhavenGA.gov/intl-fest for full-lineup schedule, subject to change without notice.
Following the internationally-acclaimed Wings of the City exhibit in 2022-2023, the City of Brookhaven, in partnership with Explore Brookhaven, is proud to announce that the Cielo Tejido (Woven Sky) exhibit will be located on the Peachtree Creek Greenway (PCG) alongside the Buford Highway corridor throughout the month of October.
The Cielo Tejido exhibit originates from Jalisco, Mexico and is a 656-foot (200 m) hand-woven canopy which will envelop the PCG overlook bridge near the PCG trailhead at 1801 Corporate Blvd in Brookhaven.
Cielo Tejido is the result of the vision of the mother and daughter team of Paloma and Lorena Ron. Their community art project in the town of Etzatlán, Jalisco, has evolved into a community of more than 200 women who are passionate about the art of weaving.
In 2019, a larger version of Cielo Tejido obtained a Guinness world record by creating the largest fabric pavilion in the world. This achievement made the project known globally, which generated a boost in tourism and economic activity in theEtzatlán community and has accelerated interest in the travelling exhibition.
The installation will begin at the end of September with a soft opening on Oct. 10, nearly 5 years after achieving Guinness World Record fame. The exhibit will be showcased throughout the Brookhaven International Festival on Oct. 19-20 and remain available for return visitors through Oct. 31.
“Cielo Tejido reflects the powerful impact of women coming together. Women who infuse their love of community and respect for traditional craft – resulting in a vibrant display of art. The City of Brookhaven is proud to share this cultural work of art. Art that can be enjoyed by all in our community. during the upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month”, said District 1 Councilmember Michael Diaz.
For more information about CieloTejido, visit https://cielotejido.com.mx/
For the second year, a 5K benefitting We Love Buford Highway will kick off Sunday festival festivities. We Love Buford Highway is a 501(C)3 non-profit whose mission is preserving the multicultural identity of the Buford Highway corridor.
The 5K is a qualifier for the AJC Peachtree Road Race and is a USATF-certified course. It takes place along the Peachtree Creek Greenway and adjacent parking lots, making it safe for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. For registration, visit www.BrookhavenGA.gov/intl-fest and click on the 5K button.
For festival and 5K updates, visit www.BrookhavenGA.gov/intl-fest and follow the City of Brookhaven on social media at @BrookhavenGAgov and @CiudadDeBrookhaven.
