Pompano Beach Arts is proud to announce the renaming of The Historic Ali Cultural Center Courtyard as a tribute to Hazel K. Armbrister. A portrait bust of the esteemed teacher, activist, and historian will be unveiled during a special event organized by Reverend Marguerite Kelley Luster, Armbrister’s sister, and the dedicated team at Rock Road Restoration Historical Group. Featuring music, dance, and remarks by Mayor Rex Hardin, the courtyard dedication and bust presentation will take place on July 10, 2024, from 6-8pm at the Ali Cultural Arts Center. The event is free and open to the public. Learn more at www.pompanobeacharts.org
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The social-media ruling likely will decide whether Florida can carry out a 2021 state law that placed restrictions on platforms such as Facebook and X. The gun ruling in a Texas case could help determine the fate of a 2018 Florida law that barred people under age 21 from buying rifles and shotguns.
The state’s largest medical marijuana company has bankrolled Amendment 3, which would legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older. But some of the roughly 2,000 doctors who are state-certified to recommend pot as medicine are warning patients about the consequences that could jeopardize access to the drug for medicinal purposes.
At the recent Democratic Black Caucus Convention, two powerful speakers, Stanley Campbell and Justin Pearson, used their platforms to remind attendees of the enduring significance of the Preamble to the United States Constitution. Both men, though different in their approaches, underscored the foundational principle of “We the People” as a rallying cry for civic engagement and voter participation.
In celebration of Juneteenth, the Alcee L. Hastings Broward Black-Jewish Alliance, Jewish Community Relations Council of Broward County (JCRC), and The Westside Gazette, proudly present the Juneteenth Mini Film Festival as a tribute to the spirit of hope and resilience of the African American community. Often referred to as our country’s “Second Independence Day,” Juneteenth commemorates the date in 1865 when more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in Texas were free by executive decree.
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Hurricane season is officially here. To help raise awareness on hurricane hazards and the scientific resources available to at-risk communities, the U.S. Geological Survey created a short quiz on coastal storms.
This year marked the 158th Juneteenth anniversary. As the festivities bring transformations places come alive with parades, festivals, and pop-up tents are havens of delight, in addition to the alluring scents of barbecued, hot fried fish and freshly baked treats that fill the air. Laughter of children mingled with the soulful tunes of live music, in a symphony of joy coming from the trunk of cars, backyards and scents paint a vivid tapestry of culture and history.
County governmental offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Many online services will be available at Broward.org.
Join us for a celebration of Black history, culture, and contributions at “Everything Black,” a special Juneteenth event hosted by the Light Center Education Department. This FREE Book Fair and Black Expo aims to preserve and promote the narratives that are essential to understanding the rich and vibrant heritage of the Black community.