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Drumming It Up at East Cedar Lake Beach

Group drum

Photos by Courtney Cushing Kiernat

Kenwood Neighborhood Organization kicked-off East Cedar Lake Beach summer programming with the Beach Opener. Brother Ghana warmed up beach goers with group drumming followed by Duniya Drum and Dance. Kenwood residents and visitors of all ages enjoyed the beautiful weather, food truck fare and African rhythms. (Photos by Courtney Cushing Kiernat; Photo of Duniya Drummers by Amanda Vallone)

Photo of Duniya Drummers by Amanda Vallone
Photo of Duniya Drummers by Amanda Vallone

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