Ojai de Colores
Schedule
Sat Jun 15 2024 at 11:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Topa Institute | Ojai, CA
About this Event
Join us for an inspiring gathering Ojai de Colores presented by MYM Organics at the Ojai Topa Institute. The Mission of Ojai de Colores is to bridge communities & amplify social awareness through celebrating indigenous culture and embracing diversity.
We will be hosting workshop through tasting sessions, presentations, and interactive activities that embrace the beauty of diversity, exploring how coffee, medicinal teas, natural dyes and graphic art that serves a bridge to connect our cultures and generations. The gathering provides a safe space for creativity, exchange and the appreciation of our shared human experiences.
This event is more than just a gathering or a workshop, it's a step towards bridging communities and celebrating cultural diversity. By highlighting indigenous culture and promoting sustainable practices, we contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage and environmental conservation. This event is sponsered by A Map to You Creative Advocacy (AMTU) that is dedicated to nurturing cultural bridging through the transformative power of art. AMTU is committed to upholding the sustainability of small businesses and environmental conservation by means of community engagement programs and events.
Workshops will include:
Unity in Aroma: Embracing Diversity through Coffee and Tea Tasting. This unique guided tasting is designed to foster unity and an understanding among individuals from various backgrounds, all while celebrating the richness of culture, artistic and culinary diversity while honoring indigenous traditions. The coffee and tea tasting will explore a curated selection of coffees and teas from various cultures. Participants will engage in meaningful conversations while savoring these beverages.
Indigenous Natural/ Medicinal Dye Workshop is a hands on activity learning about the art of using organic dyes for clothing apparel. Workshop promotes sustainable fashion practices and the use of environmentally friendly materials embracing the importance of preserving indigenous knowledge.
Ojai Graphic Art Live Printing explores screen printing by hand through water based paints. MYM Organics has designed a customize Ojai de Colorsgraphic art screen that will be avialble for all for printed customized merchanandise celebrating our gathering.
Empowering Initiatives (AMTU) Beyond the delightful flavors, this event is also an opportunity to uplift communities and social causes. Learn about the initiatives that align with our mission of creating positive change through cultural understanding and connection hosted by A Map To You Creative Agency.
Live Musical performances by Fikir Amlak and Special Guest Koro Fyah, Papa Coyote and Echo del Sol.
Enjoy vibrant music at the on top the moutiain overlooking Ojai while enjoing fresh artisnal beverages and immerse yourself in the world of flavors as we delve into our culinary exploration of local appetizers and dishes.
We invite you to join us for this exciting gathering to foster connections, learn from diverse traditions, and make a positive impact on our community. Let's come together for a day of cultural exchange, artistic exploration, and meaningful conversations.
Where is it happening?
Topa Institute, 9739 Ojai Santa Paula Road, Ojai, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 35.00