Tag: Black History Month
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Rowan College offers myriad programs promoting Black culture
Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC) honors Black artists, leaders and community members. In recognition of Black History Month, the African American Cultural Committee offers a lineup of events, including film, history, fashion, music, food and open and thoughtful dialogue with the community. The “Just Mercy” movie screening will be offered all day on Feb.…
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Lost Souls Public Memorial Project thanks East Brunswick for support
EAST BRUNSWICK – To commemorate the final week of Black History Month, Lost Souls Public Memorial Project members delivered updates about the status of their ongoing initiative. Founded in 2017, the Lost Souls Public Memorial Project is a grassroots, community-based effort to remember 177-plus African Americans whose freedom was stolen by a corrupt Middlesex County…
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Bordentown community celebrates Black History Month
Community members came together to honor and discuss the significance of Black History Month at Bordentown Regional High School. Government officials, school district staff and students led a unique, special presentation during the event. As more than 50 people convened in the high school’s library for the annual event on Feb. 28, now in its…
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East Brunswick mayor gives proclamation honoring Black History Month
EAST BRUNSWICK–Recognizing an annual celebration to honor the achievements by Africans-Americans, Mayor Brad Cohen recognized “Black History Month” with a proclamation. For the last week of Black History Month, Councilman Kevin McEvoy read the proclamation on behalf of Cohen on Feb. 24 during the council meeting at the municipal building. “Whereas during ‘Black History Month’ we…
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Minnie B. Veal’s impact continues to resonate for those who grew up in Potter’s Crossing section of Edison
EDISON – Minnie Bell Veal’s impact continues to resonate among the children who grew up in the Potter’s Crossing section of Edison in the 1960s. She was determined to make sure each child understood the importance of education, with the motto “failure is not an option.” She provided a place for the children to go…
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Edison Public Library kicks off Black History Month with stamp unveiling
EDISON – The Edison Public Library is focusing on offering more programs to showcase the diversity of the fifth largest township in the state. Gabriel Ramos, community engagement librarian for the Edison Public Library system, said oftentimes the Reference Desk librarians field questions on what the library is doing when it comes to focusing on…
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Opinion: Black History Month: Honor African Americans who made our nation a better place
African Americans have shaped and contributed to American history and culture in countless ways, and their legacy continues to grow. Their trials and triumphs are especially significant during the month of February, when Americans observe Black History Month. To understand why black history will always be relevant, let’s begin with the origins of Black History…
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Bordentown Regional High School celebrates Black History Month
Community members came together to honor and discuss the significance of Black History Month at Bordentown Regional High School where local government officials, school district staff and students led a unique, special presentation. As people convened in the high school’s library for the event on Feb. 27, the audience was treated to speeches from local…
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Bordentown Township honors resident for years of service to community
In acknowledgment of more than 30 years of service, achievements and significant contributions within the community, the Bordentown Township Committee honored resident, Helen Elizabeth “Bettye” Roberts Campbell as an outstanding citizen and role model. At a township committee meeting on Feb. 25, local Bordentown officials bestowed a proclamation upon Campbell, who was born in Philadelphia,…
