After long, hard days of work, the men of the neighborhood gathered under that tree. They weren’t in a rush, and they weren’t looking for anything fancy—just a place to sit, share, and connect. Some leaned back on benches or rested on milk crates. Others huddled over checkerboards perched on overturned buckets, strategizing their next move like generals at war.
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The Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) is proud to announce the airing of “The Legacy of HBCU Marching Bands,” a film that pays tribute to the rich heritage and ongoing legacy of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands. This vibrant showcase will feature the performances of eight premier bands from the 2023 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands.
Florida A&M University (FAMU) students Gaby Sinclair and Kobe Buggs recently attended the 2024 National HBCU Week Conference in Philadelphia, where they gained valuable experiences which they are using to enrich their academic and community involvement on campus.
Eminent Domain, the pernicious bane of Black land owners, left its mark on Gotham city. The legal doctrine of “Eminent Domain” is derived from the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution: “nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.” That doctrine destroyed an entire Manhattan hamlet that was once owned by Blacks. In 1856, New York used its power of eminent domain to condemn the properties within the boundaries of the proposed Central park to evict the predominantly Black residents of Seneca Village.
Pompano Beach Arts is thrilled to present Crowns and Trophies, a captivating solo exhibition by acclaimed self-taught artist, illustrator, and muralist Chris Clark. Held at the Ali Cultural Arts Center, this exhibition showcases a vibrant collection of works exploring themes of identity, history, and representation. Clark employs a diverse range of mediums, including acrylic, oil, ink, and spray paint, to create powerful visual narratives. Prepare to be challenged and moved by this exploration of the Black experience in America through Clark’s unique artistic lens.
Black leaders inspire entrepreneurs to be the heroes of their communities
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ashleigh Anne Champagnie, a native of Sunrise, Florida, serves alongside sailors at U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
On November 12, United Way of Palm Beach County and LEXIS-NEXIS donated food and bagged it up to distribute to three hundred families served by Achievement Centers For Children & Families. Each bag was stuffed with fourteen items to help make Thanksgiving special, such as cranberries, corn, stuffing, macaroni, rice, marshmallows and much more. The event was held at Achievement Centers for Children & Families.
Funding Arts Broward (FAB) has announced the awarding of two new Arts Access grants, totaling $300,000, to the South Florida Symphony Orchestra and the Art Prevails Project. These grants aim to enhance the arts education programs these organizations currently provide within Broward County Public Schools. The funding comes from FAB’s SPARK campaign, supplemented by a matching grant from the Community Foundation of Broward.
A white Florida woman who fatally shot a Black neighbor through her front door during an ongoing dispute over the neighbor’s boisterous children was sentenced Monday to 25 years in prison for her manslaughter conviction.