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Kathy Campbell, of Harvest on the Atlantic, sang original lyrics at an open mic program called “Still We Rise” at the library on Feb. 13 to honor Black History Month.
Celebrating the contributions of black artists
In honor of Black History Month, community members came out to celebrate the contributions of black artists through literature and song at an open mic program called “Still We Rise.” Hosted … more
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Councilwoman Anissa Moore will host a program at the library on Feb. 15 called “Conversation in Black: Celebrating Black Beauty.”
Upcoming Black History Month events in L.B.
Whether it’s reciting poetry excerpts from late African American authors or singing heartfelt gospel music, Long Beach residents are coming together to honor Black History Month. Many events … more
A shifting vision of black America
Perhaps no show on American television addresses the perilous times in which we find ourselves more vividly than ABC’s “Black-ish,” which . . . more
The Rev. J.J. Evans, far left, Wayne Vann, Alonzo Merkerson, former City Councilman Bruce J. Bergman, Cecelia Jones, former council president and City Court Judge Roy Tepper, former State Assemblyman and council President Harvey Weisenberg, Barbara Campbell, Grace Harold, Bill Owens and John H. Simpkins Jr. at a ground-breaking ceremony for the MLK Center’s Riverside Boulevard facility in 1980.
MLK Center keeps King’s legacy alive
“It was very profound for me,” John H. Simpkins Jr. said as he recalled marching through the streets of Long Beach with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968, at the height of the civil … more
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We need Black History Month now more than ever
We were supposed to have been healed by now, right? With the first African-American president finally elected not once but twice, the nation was supposed to be . . . more
The Long Beach City Council observed Black History Month at its Feb. 16 meeting, in recognition of the countless accomplishments and contributions of African-Americans. The council honored Dina Bryant, Runnie Myles, Marcus Tinker, Marv McMoore Jr., Naomi Teemer, Nicole Hall, Sara Dingle, and Wilton Tobin for their contributions to the community and commitment to improving the lives of residents. Photo courtesy City of Long Beach
A reflection on Black History Month
For the first time in the history of Long Beach, we acknowledged Black History Month and the contributions of African-Americans to our country as well as to our beloved city. Black History … more
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Tuskegee Airman Julius Freeman, center, spoke to kids at the MLK Center about his experiences as one of the U.S.’s first black fighter pilots.
MLK Center celebrates Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, the Long Beach Martin Luther King Center hosted a variety of events throughout February in a series titled, “taking the chains off of our minds to empower a new … more
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Understanding L.I.'s African-American history
It is an ignominious history that Long Islanders don’t like to remember or even recognize. For nearly 200 years, from the early 1600s to the early 1800s, Long Islanders owned slaves. more
Various choirs sang inspirational songs at the event on Sunday.
Concert commemorates Black History Month
“Everyone was uplifted — everyone was overjoyed,” said Centre Street resident Walter Searcy. “It was a full house, and people were engaged in the music.” Searcy was referring to the … more
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Minister of Music Jamel Lewis will once again direct the concert.
Long Beach celebrates Black History Month
“This month is important for African Americans — it gives many a sense of pride,” said Ar-Rahman Buskey, program director of the Martin Luther King Center. “It’s important to let … more
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