February 1, 2017 – The Springfield Avenue Partnership (SAP) announced a calendar of events presented by Maplewood businesses and arts and cultural organizations through the month of February, in honor of Black History Month. Programs will include everything from art exhibits and music performances to free beauty services and a mentoring luncheon.
The Springfield Avenue Partnership invites
community residents and visitors to celebrate Black History Month on the Avenue
by participating in these fun and educational activities and events for
children, families and adults. Some examples are: a special evening celebrating Mrs. Edna Lewis – The First Lady of
Southern Cooking with Chef Jesse at
the Hilton Branch Library and learning the art of tying of head wraps and the history of Kente cloth at
Akuaba Fashions, 1964 Springfield Avenue.
A complete listing of Black History Month
events is posted online at http://springfieldavenue.com/events/black-history-month
The Partnership provided a grant of $100 as a
supporting sponsor to any district business or community organization in the
special improvement district that scheduled an event as part of the Black
History Month celebration.
"The partnership is proud to sponsor these
events on Springfield Avenue,” said SAP District Manager Julie Doran. “We are
pleased so many businesses and organizations are offering exhibits, discussions
and other celebrations in honor of Black History Month.”
The month of celebrations is highlighted by an
evening of music, art and delicious food, celebrated with friends and neighbors
on Sunday, February 25 at Astah’s Gallery, 1897 Springfield Avenue at 6 pm. The
Springfield Avenue Partnership and Astah’s Gallery present the event, which will
feature the blues and jazz artist Keith Marks Band (www.foreignfunk.com). All are welcome to attend this free event.
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