Black History Month
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Arlington celebrates the incredible diversity of our community. Through this multi-cultural heritage, the County is strengthened and empowered. Black History Month is the perfect time to reflect and celebrate the experiences of African Americans. Below is a listing of a number of County events held in honor of Black History Month in 2010.
| EVENT | DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
| Live Gospel Music: A Celebration of Black History Gospel piano music by Bobby Childress | Wednesday, February 3 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Culpepper Garden Senior Center 4435 N. Pershing Dr. Arlington, VA 22203 703-228-4403 |
| Gospel Choir Sings in honor of Black History Month In celebration of Black History month, members of the Macedonia Baptist Church chorus, under the leadership of Minister Lois Nicholson, will perform a program of gospel music. Music represents an essential part of African American culture, and gospel music gives expression to the spiritual lives of its people. A lunch is served at noon; reservations are essential by Monday, Feb. 1. | Thursday, February 4 | 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Small fee for lunch; call for details and reservation | Walter Reed, 703-228-0955 |
| Black History Month Movie | Langston-Brown Center, 703-228-5321 | ||
| "Americans of Achievement: Martin Luther King, Jr." | Tuesday, February 9 | 1:00 PM | |
| "Frederick Douglas" | Tuesday, February 16 | 1:00 PM | |
| "Simple Justice: Elite of African American Lawyers" | Tuesday, February 23 | 1:00 PM | |
| Elementary After-school Black History Month Celebration Joint after-school program celebrates a person of significance through artistic performances. | Friday, February 12 | 7:00 PM | Walter Reed Community Center 2909 S. 16th St. Arlington, VA 22204 |
| Black History Month Program: "Black Economic Empowerment" Guest Speaker: Lisa M. Jones, Owner, Bear Rock Cafe, Shirlington, So, Arlington and Westlee, No. Arlington | Saturday, February 13 | 7:00 PM | Ministry Center Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church 2700 19th Street, South Arlington, VA 22204 |
| Langston Neighborhood History Hall's Hill – Highview Park Discussion | Wednesday, February 17 | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Langston-Brown Community Center Hosted by Happy Hearts Club |
| Feel the Heritage Festival Celebrate Black History Month with music, dance, art, exhibits, and great food by Bar-B-Que at Its Best! Performances by: Avon Dews, Image Band and Soul In Motion Players. Also R’Mar Dancers, Seven Step Hand Dance Academy, Macedonia Bells of Joy, Drew Dancers and Drew Steppers. Vendors and crafts from local African-American businesses; free H1N1 flu vaccination clinic. | Saturday, February 20 | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Drew Community Center 3500 S. 23rd St. Arlington, VA 22206 Sponsored by PRCR |
| Black History Month Celebration In honor of Black History Month, Langston-Brown Senior Center will host a Gospel and Spiritual Sing-along. (Fred Brooks on trumpet and keyboard, Sherry Clarke singing). All are invited to come and share cultural expressions in food and dress. Come with your most precious Afrocentric dress, and bring a soulful dish to share with others. | Thursday, February, 25 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Langston-Brown Center, 703-228-5321 |
RELATED RESOURCES
:: Resources on Black History
:: Feel the Heritage Festival
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