Nzuri Natural Hair Festival 2013

The holiday season is here and it's time almost time for Nzuri Festival! For the past three years, I have participated in this awesome event. Whether it was as a volunteer or taking part in the Bloggerspere, I have always had a blast and received education on proper hair care, the best products, and a multitude of information relating to all things hair, health, and beauty. This year will, undoubtedly, be equally great.

Mrs. Leola Anifowoshe, founder and CEO of the Natural Healthy Hair Society, which is an organization dedicated to providing information and resources about healthy hair and skin care from a holistic perspective is at the forefront of this event. It is sure to provide fun and facts for all who attend as well as holiday shopping from local and national vendors.

This year’s Festival features:

•  Health arena
• • Entertainment Galore an entire lineup of entertainers and Competitions!
  • Classes & Workshop
  • Fashion Shows
  • 5 Competitions:
    • Little Miss “Happy” Headed™ Beauty Pageant
    • Little Mr. Handsome Man™ Boys Modeling Showcase
    • Houston’s Top “Natural” Hair Stylist™ Showcase
    • Loc It or Leave It Showcase™ – Featuring Top Stylist Showcasing their locing talents on gorgeous heads of loc’d hair
    • Biggest Afro Competition”Just Froing Off” (People’s Choice Award).
    • Nzuri’s Best Put Together Person™ (Judged by the Audience on the Best Put Together Outfit from head to toe)
• Marketplace featuring dynamic and highly sought after vendors
• Hair & Fashion Competitions
• Top Notch Entertainment, Variety of Fashion shows and more.

Nzuri At a Glance

Mrs. Leola Anifowoshe and Natural Chica

Although I attended Nzuri Natural Hair Festival in 2011, this is the first time I participated as a blogger.  I must say, I really enjoyed myself. I met some wonderful people and got a LOT of valuable information. The weekend started off with the Pre-Event VIP Party hosted at Aloft Hotel Galleria. The atmosphere was great and the attendees were dressed to impress.The weekend to follow was INSANE!!! As I arrived at Reliant Center for the event, the entry line had already begun to form. These people were waiting for the doors to open as early as 9 a.m. Their wait was not in vain. I had walked through and taken a tour of the venue before the doors were opened and was tempted to do some pre-show shopping. Vendors upon vendors were in the building selling their wares ranging from apparel to jewelery to art and a number of other goodies slated for the naturalista. Let's talk entertainment factor.  Not only did the Nzuri models show out at the VIP party, they showed up on Saturday bringing all kinds of face on the stage in the Nzuri Next Top model Competition. The entertainment continued on Sunday as well including Little Miss Happy Head and Little Mr. Handsome Man and Full Figured Foxy Competions. There isn't enough time in my day to cover all the happiness that resulted from attending this event. I will be posting more in depth coverage soon. This is finals week for me, but it is a must that I share all I can so you can see Nzuri through my eyes.

Kucheza Ngoma Dance Company

Mahisha Dellinger of Curls, Sponsor of  Nzuri Fest 2012

Photo by Dionne Murphy

                   

A few Nzuri Bloggersphere Participants

Cyber Monday Scavenger Hunt

Hello all! You know I've been posting repeatedly on here, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram about the upcoming Nzuri Natural Hair Health and Beauty Festival. Why? Because I am overly excited about what is to come during the event.  I know we all like free stuff, so here's your chance to win a ticket to the festival. On this blog you will find the Nzuri logo...SOMEWHERE. Between 12 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. EST November 26, click on the logo and enter your information in the form.  This is no joke! You will have a wonderful time at the festival. It is filled with great information, entertainment, shopping, classes and workshops galore!

Are You Really Ready for Nzuri?

The much anticipated Nzuri Natural Hair Festival is fast approaching and I want to know if you're really ready for what's to come? Why should you make plans to attend? What is there to do once you're there?  I attended last year's event initially as a volunteer. My volunteer experience turned into so much more! I met so many wonderful people, saw hundreds of beautiful natural hair styles, shopped, attended classes and workshops and watched many different forms of entertainment.  Whether you're natural, contemplating natural or just want to be informed, this hair festival is the place to learn, meet new people and experience the love of the natural community. On Friday, December 7th, Nzuri will host a VIP Party. Show up and show out! I will definitely be in the building. General admission to this event is $20, however, if you bring a toy, you get in for only $15!

 The Nzuri Natural Hair Festival will open the doors at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 8th. For more information on the VIP Party and the show and to purchase your tickets, please visit www.naturalhairfestival.com.

Nzuri Natural Hair Health and Beauty Showcase is Right Around The Corner!

It's that time of the year again! The holidays are fast approaching and in just a few weeks, the 2012 Nzuri Natural Hair Health and Beauty Festival presented by Curls (www.curls.biz)will be hosted at Houston's own Reliant Center. Last year's show was so much fun and this year's show is destined to be even better!  From the Pre-event party up until the end of the festival, everyone is bound to find something they will enjoy. There will be a host of vendors, different classes and workshops for just about anything related to hair, health and beauty, model competitions, a fashion show and so much more! Some of our favorie natural hair bloggers and vloggers will be on hand as well. You can purchase your tickets NOW at www.naturalhairfestival.com.  Admission is ONLY $10 if you purchase online or $15 at the door.  Children under the age of 12 are FREE! Don't forget to purchase an All Access Pass to attend as many of the free workshops as you choose and check out some of the paid workshops (not included in the All Access Pass) that peak your interest. I simply cannot wait to see all of you there!!!