Education Justice Alliance is hosting a free event for Black History Month event, Liberation Through Education, on Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m., at 1214 E Lenoir Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event honors the history of Black education leaders and celebrates educators of the present. The guest speaker is Xavier Adams, the NCCAT 2022 Prudential NC Beginning Teacher of … [Read more...] about Black History Celebration: Liberation Through Education
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10 Black History Month events at Chavis Park: crafts, stories, workshops, more…
John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, is celebrating Black History Month in February, 2023, with a series of events that honor the achievements, history and heritage of African American leaders and innovators. There are events for both adults and children, and all of these events are free! Check for updates here. Personal History Workshop for SeniorsDrop-In … [Read more...] about 10 Black History Month events at Chavis Park: crafts, stories, workshops, more…
Wake County Libraries celebrate Black History Month with many free programs
Wake County Public Libraries is celebrating Black History Month in February, 2024, with dozens of free programs focused on Black Brilliance. There are programs for all ages. Included are lectures, hands-on art and much more. The in-person events are being held in many locations around Wake County. Some events require registration and some don't, so make sure to click the links for full … [Read more...] about Wake County Libraries celebrate Black History Month with many free programs
Free Paper Shredding Events in the Triangle
Shredding your documents is a one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents that include confidential information. Several organizations regularly hold free paper shredding events in the Triangle. We will be regularly … [Read more...] about Free Paper Shredding Events in the Triangle
MLK Holiday Durham City Workers Union March
The Durham City Works Union chapter of UE Local 150 is organizing a march on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 15, 2024. The march is a continuation of Dr. King's work to gain fair pay for workers. He was assassinated while standing with striking sanitation works in Memphis. The schedule for the march: There will also be a kid zone and sign-making station at CCB Plaza, where … [Read more...] about MLK Holiday Durham City Workers Union March
Martin Luther King Commemoration Weekend in Apex
The Town of Apex is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a Commemoration Weekend from January 12 to 15, 2023. Black Authors Exhibit On Friday, January 12, 2023, at 6:30 p.m., the Black Authors Exhibit will be at Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem Street, Apex, NC. MLK Unity March, Prayer Rally & Youth Summit On Saturday, January 13, 2023: Social … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Commemoration Weekend in Apex
20th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration in Fuquay-Varina
The Cultural Arts Society of Fuquay-Varina is hosting the 20th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration on Monday, January 15, 2024. The march will start at Falcon Park, 105 Falcon Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC, at 9:30 a.m., and will conclude at the First Baptist Church of Fuquay-Varina, 105 N West Street, Fuquay-Varina, where a celebration will take place. The celebration … [Read more...] about 20th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration in Fuquay-Varina
Free flower bulbs for community organizations from Keep Durham Beautiful — apply by December 31
Keep Durham Beautiful is an organization that works with Durham communities and businesses to remove waste, and to plant trees and community gardens. Keep Durham Beautiful is an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, and works in partnership with the City of Durham's General Services Department and Durham County to help residents take action through volunteer opportunities, tool lending, … [Read more...] about Free flower bulbs for community organizations from Keep Durham Beautiful — apply by December 31
Bill of Rights Day Community Bell Ringing in Hillsborough Dec. 15
Hillsborough marks the 232nd anniversary of when the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, went into force, protecting Americans' essential freedom, on December 15th, 1791. Bill of Rights Day Community Bell Ringing will take place Friday, December 15th, 2023, at noon. To mark the 232nd anniversary of the Bill of Rights, bells will ring for 232 seconds. (3 … [Read more...] about Bill of Rights Day Community Bell Ringing in Hillsborough Dec. 15
Celebrating a Legacy: Unveiling Mural of Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray Dec 5
Join Orange County Office of Equity & Inclusion for a special event as the community honors the incredible life and work of Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray! A stunning mural dedicated to this trailblazing civil rights activist, lawyer, and feminist icon will be unveiled. The event will take place at the Orange County SportsPlex, 101 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC, on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from … [Read more...] about Celebrating a Legacy: Unveiling Mural of Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray Dec 5