Events

Join Jennifer Kyker for a discussion about her experience as a Fulbright Scholar in Zimbabwe, co-curating the photographic exhibit ‘Chicago Dzviti: Portrait of Zimbabwe’ which is currently touring Zimbabwe.

Kutsinhira Calendar Poster 2026

Kutsinhira’s annual gathering Musangano (Umhlanango in Ndebele) is just around the corner! Join us on Saturday, March 7 from 2:00 - 5:30 as we share musical performances from our classes and ensembles, share a delicious potluck meal, and learn about all that Kutsinhira has done over the past year and our plans for the coming year. […]

Kutsinhira will have a table set up at the Power of Music event at the Hult Center on Saturday, March 14 from 10:30am-12:00pm. Come to this free, all-ages event celebrating the joy and impact of music! There will be many hands-on activities from local music organizations, including marimbas from Kutsinhira. Check out event details on […]

Join performing groups Chiedza and Jenaguru Full Moon Marimba at Willamalane's 2026 Megga Hunt at Lively Park on Easter Saturday April 4 from 9:00am-12:00pm. There will be hours of exciting music, and many fun activities for children and parents alike. View details of the event on Willamalane's website here.

The 4th annual benefit event for HUMWE: the Cosmas Magaya Cultural Arts and Education Centre in Zimbabwe is just around the corner! Don't miss this incredible night of nonstop music from the Pacific Northwest's finest marimba bands! The event will be hosted at Whirled Pies on Saturday April 11 from 5:00-9:30pm. Enjoy the music, raffle, and […]

Time to get your planting started at the 2nd Annual Spring Garden Sale! Choose from a large selection of vegetables and herb starts, native plants, perennials, and colorful annuals, all direct from local growers. Enjoy delicious pastries from our bake sale table while you browse. All proceeds go to projects in Zimbabwe supported by Kutsinhira's […]

ANNUAL COMMUNITY RUMMAGE SALE - NON-PROFIT FUNDRAISER Come to Kutsinhira's annual rummage sale, located in and around the Center. Choose from a wide variety of household goods, sports equipment, furniture, books, and more. Prices always reasonable - less than you'd pay at the thrift stores. Kutsinhira Cultural Arts Center at The Village School, 3411 Willamette […]

Napoleon Jambwa will lead a workshop in Zimbabwean rhythms and songs to connect you with the powerful energy of the drum. Bring a hand drum; congas, djembes, dundun, and hosho will all work in the class that will move through several different Zimbabwean rhythms. Some parts are played using two drums so if you have […]

Rujeko will lead us through movements related to Zimbabwean rhythm and song. She will help us internalize the music by repeating simple to more intricate steps. Rujeko's teaching style supports all dance levels from first timers to seasoned dancers. If you have magavhu (leg rattles) be sure to bring them. Live mbira music for the […]

We are excited to welcome Zimbabwean performing artists and teachers Rujeko Dumbutshena and Napoleon Kudzie Jambwa to Eugene! They will be teaching the song Zuva during their visit to Kutsinhira. Marimba class Thursday, July 2nd 4:00-5:30pm Cost for the class is $20 cash • PayPal • Venmo accepted Pizza and Cultural Discussion with Rujeko and Napoleon […]

Come join us at the Farmer's Market Pavillion for an exciting evening of Zimbabwean marimba music and roller skating! Rental skates are available, so you can celebrate Zimbabwe's music and culture in whatever shoes you'd like! Event Time: July 23rd, 6:00pm-10:00pm. Kutenda @ 6:30-7:30, Kwaziwai @ 8:30-9:30. Location: Farmer's Market Pavillion (85 E 8th Ave)