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Events

Dem Village is committed to preserving  and promoting the characteristics and knowledge of Guyana’s rich culture. In an ever-changing and interconnected world, we will strive to respect and preserve our traditions and embrace our future in an open and inclusive manner.

 

Through events like Queh Queh Night, Swari Night and Masquerade Dance Parade, participants and visitors alike will experience notable aspects of the Guyanese culture.

Help us to preserve our culture and pass the baton to the next generation.

 

 

Dem Village opened our cultural center in which serves as a place to provide social and cultural gatherings for the community as well as a place for our children to learn and showcase our culture. 

Our Events
Culture Fest:              Que Que Nights 

Que Que is a rich Guyanese pre-marital celebration that originated from Africa. It is gathering of family and friends where songs, dance, rituals and other traditions are performed in honor of the persons getting married. 

Dem Village  hosts  live & virtual Que Que Nights on the First Friday of each month. 

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Swaris

Swari celebrates the end of slavery-Emancipation Day. It is a celebration of our African Culture where we showcase our food, beverages, clothing and dance. 

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Fanoko Singers
Kwanzaa Celebrations

Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture held from December 26 to January 1, culminating in gift-giving and a feast of faith, called Karamu Ya Imani. It was created by Maulana Karenga and first celebrated in 1966.  

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Naming Ceremony

The legacy of slavery stripped us of our names, severing a vital connection to our heritage and culture. Through an authentic African naming ceremony, we reclaim that connection by embracing names that carry meaning, history, and pride in our ancestral roots.

This powerful act of cultural restoration and self-empowerment celebrates identity and belonging. Join us in honoring our ancestors and rebuilding our culture by reclaiming the names that define who we are and where we come from.
 

Naming Ceremony

Complete this form if you are interested in being apart of one of our naming ceremonies.

Ghana Ancestral Trip 2026

Embark on a transformative journey to Ghana, the land of our ancestors, and reconnect with the roots of our heritage. This trip offers a unique opportunity to explore the regions of Kumasi (Ashanti Region), Cape Coast (Fante Region), and Accra (Ga Region), immersing yourself in the rich history, culture, and traditions of the people who came before us. Through this ancestral journey, we honor the resilience of our ancestors and rediscover the foundations of our identity. Join us in 2026 as we walk the paths of history, celebrate our heritage, and strengthen our connection to the motherland.

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Ghana Ancestral Trip 2026 Complete this form to recieve more information.

Naming Ceremony
Contact Us

1739 Springfield Ave

Maplewood, NJ 07040

infodemvillage@gmail.com

Tel: (551) 239-0970

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