Adwela of Adwela & The Uprising, above left, gets the crowd going during last Saturday’s 28th Annual Down Home Family Reunion. A little rain didn’t dampen the spirits of the crowd that enjoyed music, food, arts and activities that focused on the historic ties between Richmonders and nations in Africa. Above, the crowd reacts to the sounds of Lady E & the Blues Synsations. The free event was sponsored by the Elegba Folklore Society.