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Recording Artist and former 'Idol' finalist Melinda Doolittle released a special recording project this week. Released as a celebration of Black History Month, Doolittle explores the song catalog of James Weldon Johnson.

Discover why the Month of February is so important to black history and take Time to reach out across the street and into the community to help promote UNITY, FAITH and DIVERSITY.. Kindness with No Strings Attached'......

Feb. 1, 2013 - For Black History Month, People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher releases Luvin My History: Celebration of Praise (Barack). First Black History Doc of its kind, combines Arts & Education through the eyes of today’s youth.

Troy University and U.S. Postal Service officials will unveil a new historic Forever Stamp honoring civil rights leader Rosa Parks at the site of her famous arrest during a 100th birthday celebration for Ms. Parks on Monday, Feb. 4 in Montgomery, AL.

The City of San Bernardino went bankrupt and the longest running Black History Month Parade in the country was left with ZERO funding, but the San Bernardino Black Chamber of Commerce stepped in to try and save the parade. Community support needed.

Celebrate Black History Month on the Spady Museum's Ride & Remember Trolley Tour

Adelphi University’s Garden City campus is pleased to announce its Black History Month celebratory events presented by the Center for African, Black & Caribbean Studies.

In celebration of Black History Month, Barrington Hall will host a Gullah cooking demonstration and a drumline experience at this historic home free on February 9, 2013 from 11:00AM until 3:00PM

HARLEM SPIRITUALS/NEW YORK VISIONS, is set to release their award-winning “African American Heritage Tour” two Saturday mornings in February 2013.

Presented by DJ Schemes with DJ Money, DJ Roz, DJ Casper and DJ Mim “The DJs” who have over 50 years of experience rocking at the hottest hip-hop events around the nation have prepared a finale to Black History Month just for hip-hop enthusiasts.

Fresh face actress Sequoia Houston is set to appear in “Torn-The Willie Lynch Letter.” New to Hollywood, she is proving to be one of the hot new actresses to watch.

Southland Mall launches literacy campaign in partnership with RIVVID.

Roswell, Georgia's Barrington Hall will feature an exhibit on Gullah culture and heritage during Black History Month throughout the month of February.

BTWSC uses contents of 'NARM (Naming And role Model) Highlighting African British Male Role Models 1907-2007' book to highlight African British civil rights activists in a series of Black History Month events across London.

New Mercies’ Senior Pastor Jesse Curney, III said the event celebrates Black History Month and honors Paige as “a living legend.”

In honor of Black History Month, the Church of Scientology Nashville hosted a program on the roll of Black athletes from the early years of basketball, and launched a new community initiative—City Hoops—aimed at engaging youth through sports.

The Oaks Christian School's African American Culture Club presented three February 2013 chapels to recognize Black History Month with the theme, "We Are Not Who You Think We Are."

Salter Entertainment Group LLC premieres new short film, “Thank You Dr. King,” in honor of Black History month. The piece has multiple purposes as it educates, uplifts, and sheds light on Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in the community today.

Celebrating unsung Black films and Black filmmakers for Black History Month. Independent filmmakers and showcased including discussion and audience interaction, moderated by program director Floyd Webb, with local scholars, screenwriters, directors.

The children and teens of Quality Life Center entertain with music, dance and spoken word as pioneers of black history come alive during a Live Museum performance.

Recording Artist and former 'Idol' finalist Melinda Doolittle released a special recording project this week. Released as a celebration of Black History Month, Doolittle explores the song catalog of James Weldon Johnson.

Crunch Bunch does it again, but this time with the release of their new feature film documentary Luvin' My History: Celebration of Praise (Barack) - the first Black History Documentary of its kind combines arts and education makes the learning fun.

Big Girl Cosmetic’s helps Macy’s on State Street celebrate Black History Month February 14, 2013 on the 7th floor at. 5:30 pm

Never Before Seen Whitney Houston Documentary & Behind the Scenes Look at New Edition Round-Up the Second Weekend Dedicated to Some of the Best Musicians in Black History

Discover why the Month of February is so important to black history and take Time to reach out across the street and into the community to help promote UNITY, FAITH and DIVERSITY.. Kindness with No Strings Attached'......

Feb. 1, 2013 - For Black History Month, People Involved in Motivating Our Students Higher releases Luvin My History: Celebration of Praise (Barack). First Black History Doc of its kind, combines Arts & Education through the eyes of today’s youth.

Troy University and U.S. Postal Service officials will unveil a new historic Forever Stamp honoring civil rights leader Rosa Parks at the site of her famous arrest during a 100th birthday celebration for Ms. Parks on Monday, Feb. 4 in Montgomery, AL.

Six Weeks of Celebration of African American Cultural Contributions

Dr. Tera W. Hunter, professor of History and African American Studies at Princeton University will speak at Adelphi University on African-American marriage, slavery, and freedom in the 1800s as part of Adelphi’s Black History Month celebrations.

The City of San Bernardino went bankrupt and the longest running Black History Month Parade in the country was left with ZERO funding, but the San Bernardino Black Chamber of Commerce stepped in to try and save the parade. Community support needed.

In recognition of Black History Month experts at the University of Houston (UH) are available to discuss a range of topics from African-American health to the history of the civil rights.

Ever wonder what to do when you attend an incredibly exciting gala affair and the music is great, but your shoes are too cute to dance in? The answer is simple, “kick them off and get to dancin’!” That is what you will have to do this Feb...

British author, Jacqueline Malcolm, joins the United States in Remembering...

Featuring work by 10 Midwestern African-American artists, including nationally-distinguished Steven S. Walker - The oldest Black History Month celebration in Toledo, the 36th annual exhibit is now a community exhibition, self-curated by the artists.

Celebrate Black History Month on the Spady Museum's Ride & Remember Trolley Tour

Adelphi University’s Garden City campus is pleased to announce its Black History Month celebratory events presented by the Center for African, Black & Caribbean Studies.

In celebration of Black History Month, Barrington Hall will host a Gullah cooking demonstration and a drumline experience at this historic home free on February 9, 2013 from 11:00AM until 3:00PM

HARLEM SPIRITUALS/NEW YORK VISIONS, is set to release their award-winning “African American Heritage Tour” two Saturday mornings in February 2013.

Presented by DJ Schemes with DJ Money, DJ Roz, DJ Casper and DJ Mim “The DJs” who have over 50 years of experience rocking at the hottest hip-hop events around the nation have prepared a finale to Black History Month just for hip-hop enthusiasts.

Black Paris Profiles™ presents the rich and uncommon stories of 16 contemporary African-American and black Caribbean expatriates. It is a “must read” for anyone considering a move to Paris or simply wondering what it is like to live there.

The monies were raised through the dental organization’s revenue generated via patient services on MLK Day, January 16, 2012; local charities in Detroit, Atlanta and Miami benefit.

Azizi Books Celebrates Black History Month with Book Signing Featuring Fathers’ Rights Author and Atty Jeffery Leving

John Parker received recognition for his family operating the first integrated restaurant in the Carolina region 50 years ago. The North Carolina Museum of History accepted the artifacts prior to the start of Black History Month in Raleigh, NC.

Fresh face actress Sequoia Houston is set to appear in “Torn-The Willie Lynch Letter.” New to Hollywood, she is proving to be one of the hot new actresses to watch.

Hollywood, CA (February 16, 2012) – Catch rising Hollywood star Christine Horn during black history month in “Blood Done Sign My Name” on TV One and Neflix.

Thursday February 16th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Free Reception at The Artscape Wychwood Barns with Drumming Performances, An Animated Display of African Drums, Art Works by Local Black Visual Artists

Bring the kids to the ArtZone during the month of February and learn a bit about contemporary African-American artists and do a project based on their work.

Urbanites tend to receive more beer and fast food ads than financial education resources and opportunities with integrity. Four weeks of a "Wealth of Knowledge" may just be a beginning. But it's a beginning for many who otherwise may not have it.

Southland Mall launches literacy campaign in partnership with RIVVID.

Tia Norfleet , Pastor Marvin Sapp, Dr. Steve Perry, Laz Alonzo, DJ Beverly Bond, The Three Doctors and Malcolm Jenkins Featured in Web Series Celebrating Black History Month

A Black History Month Celebration Featuring Special Musical Guest Bishop Paul S. Morton & The FGBCF Mass Choir

Roswell, Georgia's Barrington Hall will feature an exhibit on Gullah culture and heritage during Black History Month throughout the month of February.

Downtown gallery pays tribute to iconic arts visionary, Peggy Grant, with an exhibition of fifteen local, regional and national artists in the longest-running Black History Month art event in Toledo, Ohio.

Diversity adds strength to organizations, communities, countries and the world. Black History Month 2012 is just around the corner, ensure you have an expert speaker to deliver a masterful program for your audience.

History in and of itself is a chronological record of significant events, thus Black History is part of the American experience. Discover how much of a difference an inspirational speaker will make for your 2012 Black History Month program.

Roswell's historic home, Barrington Hall, hosts Gullah cook and cultural historian Sallie Ann Robinson on Saturday, February 18 from 11:00AM - 3:00PM

Writer Wilbur Cross tells the little-known story of an enduring people and their heritage in a paperback edition of GULLAH CULTURE IN AMERICA. Learn about their influence over South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida during Black History Month.

London, UK - Brides of Culture (BoC) is back for the fourth instalment of its unique free Bridal Exhibition.

beingU, the exciting new nude lingerie brand for darker skinned women launched to the UKs lingerie trade in August this year.

BTWSC uses contents of 'NARM (Naming And role Model) Highlighting African British Male Role Models 1907-2007' book to highlight African British civil rights activists in a series of Black History Month events across London.

Draper Laboratory continued its annual workforce diversity and inclusion awareness activities by celebrating Women’s History Month throughout March with events intended to raise awareness of women’s contribution to a wide range of fields.

Truliant Federal Credit Union will appear on the Triad Today’s Black History Month special television show Friday, February 25 on (ABC 45) at 6:30 a.m. and again on Sunday, February 27 at 10:00 p.m. on (My 48).

Best International Film, (United Kingdom Black International Film Festival), Directors Choice Award (Portland African American Film Festival)

Author Wendy Raven McNair Embarks on a February Book Tour to Celebrate Black History Month, Share the History of African American Literature, and Discuss the Asleep Trilogy, Her Young Adult Fantasy Story