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10/14/2026

ROC'N Wednesday! Cultural Identity at the Roc-A-Natural Cultural Foundation Inc's 4th Annual Freedom Ball Fundraiser: The Kings and Queens Edition 

Celebrate cultural identity, dignity, and self-expression in your finest African regalia for an elegant evening at the Roc-A-Natural Cultural Foundation Inc.'s 4th Annual Freedom Ball Fundraiser: The Kings and Queens Edition.

Event Details:

  - Date & Time: Saturday, February 20, 2027, from 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
  - Location: LiGreci's Staaten, 697 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
  - Highlights: A three-course meal, open bar, DJ music, dancing, and royal entertainment.

This special evening directly supports the upcoming 6th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Parade & Festival on Saturday, June 19, 2027, at Tappen Park. To view highlights from our past event, you can read the article in the Staten Island Advance (https://www.silive.com/news/2026/06/staten-island-marks-juneteenth-with-annual-freedom-parade-festival-200-photos.html) or watch our event video (https://youtu.be/h2ajIsmELXE?si=3fZi3lVGlrlqtQfF) (video credits: Mo Stafford).

Tickets & Sponsorship:

  - General Admission: $140.00 per person
  - Table of 10: $1,250.00 ($125.00 per seat)
  - Tickets: Reserve your seats today via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-freedom-ball-fundraiser-the-kings-and-queens-edition-tickets-1997265821838?aff=oddtdtcreator).
  - Sponsorships: Learn about sponsorship opportunities on our website (https://www.rocanatural.com/2026-freedom-ball-sponsors).

We will also host 50/50 and specialty raffles for exciting prizes. You do not need to be present to win; raffle payments can be sent via Zelle to [email protected].

Thank you for your continued support in empowering and celebrating our community. We look forward to celebrating with you!

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10/12/2026

🎃🎨 Creativity, Connection & Community!

Yesterday at Tappen Park, we joined Roc-A-Natural Cultural Foundation, Inc. for a beautiful community event!

With Adama from The Healing Threads Wellness Collective and JahDredd LiveThat Siny of Shakadi Arts, over 60 children painted pumpkins, got creative, and connected through art. 🧡🍂

This is what The Healing Threads is about: creativity, healing, connection, and community.

Thank you to Roc-A-Natural for having us! 🧵💛

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10/11/2026

Being worked out Zumba dance style!

On behalf of the Roc-A-Natural Cultural Foundation Inc., thank you Chanelle Patrick, LLC for your energy and zumba dance choreography at the 3rd Annual Fall Freedom Festival at Tappen Park-Stapleton. You provided the perfect backdrop for our celebration of the fall season, community togetherness, new beginnings, and gratitude.

A special thank you to Teresa Parnell, Friends Who Think Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Organization for your continual contribution and support!

Once again, thank you for your dedication to fitness and support in making this year's festival such a wonderful success for our community!

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10/10/2026

🌴🔥 WELCOME LA COCINA TROPICAL FOOD TRUCK! 🔥🌴

We’re excited to welcome La Cocina Tropical to Roc-A-Natural Cultural Foundation Inc.’s 3rd Annual Fall Freedom Festival at Tappen Park, in collaboration with NYC Parks & Recreation and Partnerships for Parks! 🎉

📍 Tappen Park, Bay Street, between Water and Canal Streets, Staten Island, NY 10304

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026

Come hungry and experience the vibrant flavors of authentic Latin cuisine!

🥤 Refreshing Favorites:

🍉 Fresh watermelon & pineapple juice

🥛 Creamy, refreshing horchata

🌮 Delicious Food & Tropical Flavors

Come enjoy the authentic taste of La Cocina Tropical, bringing culture, flavor, and homemade goodness to the community!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate culture, community, and great food with us! ❤️💛💚

📣 Stop by La Cocina Tropical and let us serve you something delicious!

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Celebrate the new season with Roc-A-Natural Cultural Foundation Inc in collaboration with NYC Parks and Recreation and Partnerships for Parks at the 3rd Annual Fall Freedom Festival at Tappen Park in on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm.

Enjoy a fun filled day:

- Music by DJ Xspiritmental, Souel Spiritchild Fénix
- Pumpkin picking at the Urban Pumpkin patch
- Painting with Diana Daniels and Jah Dreddz
- A Haunting with Assata 
- Game of Chess with Killsboro Chess Club
- 30-minute Chinese Lion Dance workshop with The ShaolinArtsCenter
- 30-minute Zumba with Chanelle Patrick
- Kids Zone sponsored by NYC Parks Playmobile
- Local entertainment featuring Manners and Respect Band and more!

Aditionally, movie Screening of "Hotel Transylvania" at 7:00pm!  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets!

Get Involve!

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10/09/2026

The Chinese Lion Dance workshop by The Shaolin Arts Center 

We are excited to announce a new addition to the lineup for the Roc-A-Natural Cultural Foundation Inc's 3rd Annual Fall Freedom Festival at Tappen Park, presented in collaboration with NYC Parks and Partnerships for Parks!

The Shaolin Arts Center will be joining us to lead an interactive 30-minute Chinese Lion Dance Workshop at 1:00pm.

During this session, participants will learn about this traditional performance art, where dancers mimic a lion's movements inside a costume to bring good luck, prosperity, and happiness. It is a staple of Lunar New Year celebrations, weddings, business openings, and cultural festivals.

This workshop is perfect for ages 5 to adults. We hope to see you there!

Get Involve!

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10/08/2026

Peach: Auntie, I want you to try my Deep Collagen Power Boosting Mask.

Me: Ohhh...this feels nice. How often do I need to do this?

Peach: Once a week!

Me: How about once a month? This could be costly.

Peach: Absolutely NOT!

I don't know about once a week. I'm saving up for more important things like repairing my roof:)

10/08/2026

R.A.N Tip of The Week! What Happens When You Connect IamI, Jah Jah Beats and Double Jeremy?

You get diverse culture on Staten Island and the creation of "Manners and Respect Band"!

Get ready for this local Staten Island trio band featuring Double Jeremy on bass, Jah Jah Beats on drums, and I-AM-I on guitar, will be expressing themselves with an infusion of Reggae and Rap music while helping us celebrate the new fall season at Roc-A-Natural Cultural Foundation Inc in collaboration with NYC Parks and Recreation and Partnerships for Parks at the 3rd Annual Fall Freedom Festival at Tappen Park on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm.

Enjoy a fun filled day beginning with a 30 minute Zumba with Chanelle Patrick, pumpkin picking at the Urban Pumpkin patch, Painting with Diana Daniels and Jah Dreddz, Kids Zone sponsored by NYC Parks Playmobile, Game of Chess with Killsboro Chess Club, music by DJ Xspiritmental, Souel Spiritchild Fénix, local entertainment featuring Manners and Respect Music Band and more!

Additionally, Movie Screening of Hotel Transylvania at 7:00pm! Bring your lawn chair and blanket!

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10/02/2026

Exposing a history buried so deep!

My mother and I were thrilled to attend the Black Cherry Lane exhibit, meet some of the artists, family members and connect with Heather Quinlan, the visionary behind this monumental, educational, and inspirational exhibit. It sheds necessary light on a vital piece of our history: the erased history of the historic Cherry Lane Cemetery.

The Black Cherry Lane exhibit will remain at Empire Outlets until October 25, 2026. To learn more, visit blackcherrylane.org.

09/30/2026