Friday July [email protected] 7:30 pm.Zulu Spear Band: Nelson Mandela Birthday Tribute! at Occidental Center for the Arts. Award-winning South African band who pioneered the World Beat music of the 80’s bring their vibrant alternative world/reggae/blues/jazz merged with traditional South African rhythms and dancers to our stage in celebration of Nelson Mandela. Founding member Gideon Bendile leads the ensemble which incorporates electric and acoustic guitars, bass, keyboard and drums with unique vocal harmonies and mesmerizing dancers in an exciting, uplifting performance that will move your body and soul! $15 Advance/$20 at the door. Dance space, fine refreshments include wine and beer. www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org. 3850 Doris Murphy Rd. Occidental, Ca. 95465