The thunderous sound of Fogo Azul is headed to Governors Island for a celebration of the Winter Solstice.
Seen in many a parade around town, the drumline all-women Brazilian samba-reggae marching band will take part in a parade on the island. It’s just one of the winter events held on the island, a former military base-turned-park accessible by a quick ferry ride from both Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn.
“It’s light, it’s holiday, it’s sound, it’s movement, and it’s just overall a celebration. That’s what we want to do,” said Juan Pablo Siles, associate curator and producer at the Trust For Governors Island.
The “Winter Solstice Celebration” Saturday is
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