The Caribbean Cultural Center is excited to present its AfroBembé Cultural Networking Series, a sequence of African Diaspora themed parties to build community support for renovation of the landmarked firehouse that will be the center's new home in El Barrio from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20.

DJ Diego Sans and Makane Kouyate Band will perform music to go along with the French West African theme at CREOLE Restaurant & Music Supper Club, 2167 Third Avenue at 118th Street.

For more information, contact (212) 397-7420 x3000, x3004 or x3011. Tickets can be purchased at http://ccadievents.eventbrite.com/. Go to www.cccadi.org for more information.