Book Launch & Conversation with Dawad Philip | Presented by Tropicalfete

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Tropicalfete, Inc. | Brooklyn, NY

Advertisement
Celebrating The Painted Bulls and Ayedemah: History and Profiles of the San Fernando Carnival
About this Event

Join Tropicalfete for an inspiring evening celebrating Caribbean literature, culture, and storytelling at the official book launch and author conversation with renowned writer Dawad Philip.

This special event will feature readings, reflections, and an intimate moderated conversation highlighting Dawad Philip’s powerful literary contributions:

The Painted Bulls: New and Selected Poems
Ayedemah: History and Profiles of the San Fernando Carnival

Through poetry, history, and cultural narrative, Dawad Philip’s work preserves and elevates the spirit, legacy, and identity of Caribbean people and Carnival traditions.


Featured Highlights

• Live Author Conversation
• Moderated Discussion by Patricia Meschino
• Book Signing Opportunity
• Cultural Engagement and Networking
• Meet the Author


About the Author

Dawad Philip is an accomplished poet, historian, and cultural preservationist whose work captures the depth, rhythm, and historical significance of Caribbean life and Carnival traditions. His writings serve as an important contribution to Caribbean literary heritage.


About Tropicalfete

Tropicalfete, Inc. is a nonprofit cultural organization dedicated to developing communities through arts, education, and cultural programming. Through events, workshops, and creative initiatives, Tropicalfete preserves and promotes Caribbean heritage while empowering artists and communities.

Learn more: www.tropicalfete.com


Event Photos
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Tropicalfete, Inc., 850 New York Ave, Brooklyn, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 10.00

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Tropicalfete.com

Host or Publisher Tropicalfete.com

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Brooklyn

Trace Form Volume One: Glimmer
Sat, 18 Apr at 06:00 pm Trace Form Volume One: Glimmer

Jonah Bokaer Arts Foundation

PERFORMANCES ENTERTAINMENT
Aries New Moon Ceremony
Sat, 18 Apr at 06:00 pm Aries New Moon Ceremony

Transformational Tones

MEDITATION HEALTH-WELLNESS
Beginners Crochet & Sip at Bakery by Textbook
Sat, 18 Apr at 06:00 pm Beginners Crochet & Sip at Bakery by Textbook

Bakery by Textbook

Barter-Preneurs  Event
Sat, 18 Apr at 06:00 pm Barter-Preneurs Event

Classic Cups

BUSINESS
Rock the knight
Sat, 18 Apr at 07:00 pm Rock the knight

Knights of Columbus

Burning Spear
Sat, 18 Apr Burning Spear

Brooklyn Bowl - NY

ENTERTAINMENT CONCERTS
Michael McIntyre
Sat, 18 Apr at 07:00 pm Michael McIntyre

Kings Theatre - NY

ART THEATRE
Ritt Momney
Sat, 18 Apr at 07:00 pm Ritt Momney

Music Hall Of Williamsburg

TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Sincerely, Brooklyn
Wed, 05 Jun at 06:30 pm Sincerely, Brooklyn

2 S Portland Ave

MUSIC ART
House of Khaos | Writing Workshop + Open Mic
Thu, 23 Jan at 07:00 pm House of Khaos | Writing Workshop + Open Mic

Nook

WORKSHOPS
Red Robin Style Open Mic
Wed, 09 Apr at 08:00 pm Red Robin Style Open Mic

Witching Hour

OPEN-MIC MUSIC
Community Service! Open Mic at the Lounge @ BAH
Sun, 17 Aug at 05:30 pm Community Service! Open Mic at the Lounge @ BAH

Brooklyn Art Haus

OPEN-MIC ART
Bindlestiff Open Stage Variety Show 2025-2026
Tue, 21 Oct at 07:00 pm Bindlestiff Open Stage Variety Show 2025-2026

186 Jay St

ART PERFORMANCES
JADE MIC \u272e\u22c6\u02d9
Thu, 20 Nov at 07:30 pm JADE MIC ✮⋆˙

4 Stuyvesant Ave

COMEDY OPEN-MIC
Open Mic
Sat, 06 Dec at 08:00 pm Open Mic

GLRBooks

OPEN-MIC ART
Zine Making Workshop
Thu, 11 Dec at 07:00 pm Zine Making Workshop

Nook

ART WORKSHOPS
Spare Time Comedy Open Mic (Mondays At The Gutter Spare Room)
Mon, 12 Jan at 06:00 pm Spare Time Comedy Open Mic (Mondays At The Gutter Spare Room)

The Gutter

COMEDY OPEN-MIC
Speed Dating at Planted Cafe: Animal Lovers & Dog-Park Romantics
Thu, 19 Mar at 07:00 pm Speed Dating at Planted Cafe: Animal Lovers & Dog-Park Romantics

333 Smith St

SPEED-DATING DOG
Closing Ceremony: Homework Architectures of Belonging
Fri, 03 Apr at 06:00 pm Closing Ceremony: Homework Architectures of Belonging

Weeksville Heritage Center

EXHIBITIONS
In-Store: Adrian Matejka: Be Easy w\/ Mahogany L. Browne
Fri, 03 Apr at 07:00 pm In-Store: Adrian Matejka: Be Easy w/ Mahogany L. Browne

Books Are Magic Montague

ART LITERARY-ART

What's Happening Next in Brooklyn?

Discover Brooklyn Events