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SUMMARY:Fernbank Winter Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate cultures and traditions from around the world in this seasonal exhibit that features decorated trees and other displays. Each display uses rich\, artistic expression\, including art\, craft\, symbols and ornaments\, to tell unique stories selected by local cultural partners. \n\n\n\nWinter Wonderland will highlight cultural stories\, including from the countries of Japan\, Scotland\, Kenya\, Turkey\, Ukraine\, Argentina\, Guatemala\, Canada\, Philippines\, and many more. \n\n\n\nExhibit Highlights:\n\n\n\n\nA variety of secular and nonsecular representations of holidays\, celebrations and cultural traditions worldwide.\n\n\n\nCreative expression through culturally relevant artistry.\n\n\n\nBeautifully decorated trees that highlight holidays\, celebrations and traditions.\n\n\n\nAdditional displays featuring vibrant and iconic cultural objects.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/fernbank-winter-wonderland/
LOCATION:Fernbank Museum of Natural History\, 767 Clifton Road\, NE\,  Atlanta\, GA\, 30307\, United States
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SUMMARY:Diaspora Diplomats 2025: Reception Celebrating Atlanta’s African Consular Corps
DESCRIPTION:Long an important gateway for business with Africa\, Atlanta’s global prominence continues to rise — driven by expanding transatlantic connections in business\, culture\, and diplomacy.  \n\n\n\nAs the leading news platform focused on Atlanta’s engagement with the world\, Global Atlanta has consistently highlighted stories of trade\, investment\, and innovation linking the city to nations across Africa — from logistics and aviation to education\, technology\, and creative industries. \n\n\n\nBut perhaps no development better reflects how Africa’s 55 governments are viewing the Peach State than their increasing diplomatic engagement. Eleven African nations are now represented in Atlanta’s consular community — a testament to the city’s rising profile — with many more expressing interest in establishing a presence as investment and ties deepen and the World Cup approaches. \n\n\n\nSponsored by Kennesaw State University\, a leading institution fostering international education and global partnerships\, join Global Atlanta for a special reception celebrating the diplomats advancing Atlanta–Africa relations and driving new opportunities across dynamic and fast-growing economies. \n\n\n\nHosted at Constellations in historic Sweet Auburn\, the birthplace of both MLK Jr. and the civil rights movement\, the evening will feature exceptional food and drink and unmatched networking — forging connections that will sow seeds of transatlantic collaboration for years to come. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSponsored By:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Diplomats\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlcides Vicente\,Honorary Consul of Cape Verde\nAl Vicente is a retired Broadcaster and former CEO of Archway Broadcasting. He spent more than thirtythree years in Radio including nearly ten years in Atlanta. Mr. Vicente is now a Community Activist. He is currently President of the Cape Verdeans of Atlanta organization formed in 1993. The CVA is actively promoting Cape Verdean culture and Heritage. In 2024 he was inducted into the Cape Verdean Museum’s Hall of Fame for his contributions to the Diaspora. Vicente was appointed as Honorary Consul representing the Republic of Cabo Verde for Georgia\, North and South Carolina. He has been actively involved as a Travel Agent primarily guiding groups to Cabo Verde since 2007 to reconnect with their roots. He has a Bed and Breakfast Business\, Villa Vicente in Nova Sintra\, Brava Cabo Verde where he was born. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYvonne Horsley McCowin\, Honorary Consul of Ghana\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnna Ndashe Katema Banda\, Honorary Consul of Zambia\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIsaac E. Taggart Jr.\,        Special Envoy – U.S. Trade & Investment for the Republic of Liberia  \nHonorable Isaac E. Taggart\, Jr. is a dynamic force in community development\, social entrepreneurship\, and  international economic engagement\, with a global perspective anchored in his deep Liberian roots. A native  of Oakland\, by way of Liberia West Africa and alumnus of Morehouse College\, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in  Psychology\, enriched by transformative global service-learning experiences in Japan\, Egypt\, and Haiti. His  professional journey spans impactful leadership roles across the United States and West Africa\, blending  diplomacy\, development\, and strategic partnership-building.  \n\n\n\nHon. Taggart currently serves as the Special Envoy for U.S. Trade & Investment for the Republic of Liberia\,  an appointment under the leadership of H.E. President Joseph Nyumah Boakai\, Sr. In this role\, he drives  high-level diplomatic engagement\, investment facilitation\, and strategic collaborations to advance Liberia’s  economic transformation. His portfolio includes mobilizing U.S. private sector investment across energy\,  mining\, agriculture\, technology\, education\, and infrastructure\, key pillars of the ARREST Agenda.  \n\n\n\nAs the founder and CEO of T&T Sustainable and Organic Farms\, Hon. Taggart is deeply committed to  revitalizing Liberia’s rural economy. His vision focuses on transitioning smallholder farmers into profitable  producers through organic agriculture\, modern farming practices\, and community empowerment. Under his  leadership\, T&T Farms is helping strengthen Liberia’s food security\, create jobs\, and promote sustainable  economic development in underserved communities.  \n\n\n\nHis leadership extends into the education and philanthropic sectors. As former Vice President of Planting A  Seed International\, Isaac championed the development of educational programs that provided hundreds of  students across the USA\, with the opportunity to visit Liberia\, Senegal\, and Tanzania. His expertise in  program design\, grant acquisition\, donor engagement\, and proposal development has driven resources toward  building educational infrastructure\, strengthening institutions\, and expanding service-learning opportunities.  \n\n\n\nHon. Taggart’s work has earned recognition from U.S. institutions\, including the Oakland City Council\, the  Alameda County Board of Supervisors and Oakland Mayor’s Office\, for his leadership and commitment to  community advancement.  \n\n\n\nA beacon of modern leadership\, strategic foresight\, and global collaboration\, Hon. Isaac E. Taggart\, Jr.  embodies the qualities of a forward-thinking diplomat. His experience in project management\, negotiation\,  coalition building\, and international development positions him as a leading representative for Liberia\, one  committed to strengthening global partnerships\, expanding investment\, and shaping a prosperous future for  his nation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore to be announced
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/diaspora-diplomats-reception-2025/
LOCATION:Constellations\, 135 Auburn Avenue\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States
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