Monday, February 4, 2013
Celebrate Black History Month throughout February.
Black History Month is celebrated in the U.S. throughout the month of February. American historian Carter G. Woodson established Black History Week to commemorate the contributions that people of African descent have made to our nation. The first celebration occurred on Feb. 12, 1926. For many years, the second week of February was set aside for the celebration to coincide with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and abolitionist and editor Frederick Douglass. In 1976, as part of the nation’s bicentennial, the week was expanded into Black History Month. Each year, U.S. presidents declare February National African-American History Month. Here are some famous Black History Month trailblazers from Biography.com: Nathaniel Alexander was the …
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Several events are coming up to help honor Black History Month in Massachusetts.
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Saturday, February 11, 2012
The Patrick-Murray Administration announced a series of events and discussions across the Commonwealth this February to celebrate Black History Month, commemorating the past, present and future of African-American culture in Massachusetts. “It is important to remember that Black history is American history,” said Governor Deval Patrick. “I hope we will use these occasions to reflect on the rich and diverse history that African-Americans have helped shape here in Massachusetts and around the world." “The legacy of great African-American leaders lives on each and every day,” said Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray. “It is important to show reverence for Black history and commend the progress that has been made as we work together to build …
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Marsha Wright's Theater Camp at the Canton Public Library introduced children to acting and the Civil Rights Movement.
The Canton Public Library hosted a three-day acting workshop for the town’s budding stars, age six to eight, over the February Vacation week. The “Let’s Put on a Show” event was organized and run by Marsha Wright. Marsha Wright is a Parent-Child Education Specialist who works with the non-profit group Self-Help, Inc., Community Partnerships for Children. The Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care supports this local agency with grants. Rounding out the February “Black History Month,” Marsha Wright used this three-day acting workshop to highlight one of the catalysts of the Civil Rights Movement. “It Happened on the Bus,” the title of the culminating performance, tells the story of Rosa Parks, whose determination to sit …
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