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Jazz Reflections: The African American Women of Jazz Nicole Yarling Performs Free Concert at Pompano Beach Cultural Center

February 16, 2023 Carma Henry 0

Pompano Beach Cultural Center is proud to host stellar jazz vocalist and violinist Nicole Yarling along with members of the Gold Coast Jazz Society Band. This free concert is presented by the Gold Coast Jazz Society, in honor of Black History Month. The performance takes place on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at 7:30 pm. General admission tickets are free, but reservations are required. For more information, www.pompanobeacharts.org […]

Nikki Fried jumps into race to lead Florida Democrats

February 16, 2023 Carma Henry 0

She’s in— Nikki Fried, the last Democrat to win a statewide election in Florida, is jumping into the crowded contest to lead the Florida Democratic Party. […]

Findler Charles, awarded $10k Comcast RISE grant

February 16, 2023 Carma Henry 0

“I was working at a dealership as a full-time mechanic, while also being a part time personal chef. After three years, I wanted to be in a new environment. Around that time, food trucks started appearing and I found myself at local food truck events. […]

Which President was the “Drum Major for Blacks?”

February 16, 2023 Carma Henry 0

To paraphrase a speech from Dr. King, “If you want to say that I was a drum major, say that I was a drum major for justice. Say that I was a drum major for peace.” Critically, thinking who was our Drum major? In a recent poll of 55 people– Black, White, College educated and not, age: 36 – 93 years old, the results were varied. All the Blacks gave a “knee-jerk” pick for President Obama. Let’s explore the other choices. […]

Black History One-Hour Television Special Nationally Syndicated + Streaming

February 16, 2023 Carma Henry 0

Black History Month is celebrated in February. The award-winning television show Traveling With Denella Ri’chard will broadcast a “one-hour Black History Special” on nationally syndicated television in 40+ ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, AND FOX markets from February 4 – March 5, 2023. […]

Legislation might help save endangered Black cemetery

February 15, 2023 Carma Henry 0

Westview Cemetery was founded in 1952 when segregation laws kept races separate, even in death. A donated 15-acre parcel given to Black area churches formed the basis for a cemetery association. And, at the time, it was the only dedicated place where Black people in Pompano Beach could be buried. Fast forward to 2021, though, and the cemetery association’s board of trustees decided it was in the best interest of the cemetery to sell off what the board said is an unused 4.5-acre portion. […]

History Fort Lauderdale Presents “Reflections Of Society” Black History Month Exhibit February 5 – 28

February 15, 2023 Carma Henry 0

In honor of Black History Month, History Fort Lauderdale, celebrating 60 years of stewardship of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present “Reflections of Society,” a fine art exhibit featuring works for show and sale from Dillard Center for the Arts’ Advanced Placement (AP) students and instructors, from February 5 – 28. Curated by instructor Celestin Joseph, the soulful and meditative exhibit of photography, studio art, and sculpture expresses adolescent voices in art, history, heritage, and community. A meet and greet with the artists will take place on Sunday, February 5, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the New River Inn Museum of History building on History Fort Lauderdale’s campus. […]

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Broward Health Honors Black History Month

February 15, 2023 Carma Henry 0

In honor of Black History Month, Broward Health is honoring employees from across the system as they share the importance of Black History. Learn about famous Black Americans who have inspired them, and how these employees have shown resilience in their own live. […]

Scripps News School AED Probe gets Attention in Congress

February 15, 2023 Carma Henry 0

“I just want to make sure everybody knows that what happened to Damar Hamlin — it was not a miracle. Right? It was process and procedures that allowed him to be resuscitated,” Cherfilus-McCormick said. […]

HONORING OUR PAST… EMBRACING OUR FUTURE

February 15, 2023 Carma Henry 0

On behalf of the Sistrunk Historical Organization, we are pleased to announce that the following Broward County leaders will serve as notable Grand Marshals for the “2023” Sistrunk Parade/ Festival. Our Sistrunk Historical Pioneers Grand Marshals are Coaches Arthur Kennedy, Jr. and Johnny Alexander. The Education Grand Marshal is Mr. Torey Alston and the Community Grand Marshal is Mr. Brian Johnson with our Civic Grand Marshal former State Representative Mr. Bobby DuBose. […]