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Sunday, January 31-Saturday, February 6Tuesday, February 2, 7-8 pmAfrica’s Gifts to America Join us as C. R. Gibbs, a renowned historian of the African Diaspora, speaks on some of Africa’s greatest contributions to America. C. R. Gibbs has co-authored six books and is a frequent national and international historical lecturer. All ages welcome. FREE Oakcrest Community Center 1300 Capitol Heights Boulevard, Capitol Heights 20743 301-736-5355; TTY 301-218-6768 Wednesday, February 3, 7 am-5 pm Underground Railroad/Black History Driving Tour Join us for an interesting driving tour of historic sites including Mount Calvert, Charles Duckett Log Cabin, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Jefferson Patterson Park, and Camp Stanton. Coffee and donuts will be provided; however lunch is own your own. Please call for information about the lunch stop. Reservations are required. Ages 60 & up Fee: Resident $15; Non-Resident $20 Mount Rainier Nature & Recreation Center 4701 31st Place, Mount Rainier 20712 301-927-2163; TTY 301-699-2544 Wednesday, February 3, 10-11:30 am Buffalo Soldiers Back by popular demand, the Buffalo Soldiers present their “powerful” presentation by the 9th & 10th (Horse) Cavalry Association. This presentation delves into the history of this unique African American military experience. Ages 55 & up; FREE Tucker Road Community Center 1771 Tucker Road, Fort Washington 20744 301-248-4404; TTY 301-203-6030 Wednesdays, February 3, 10 & 17, 6:30-8 pm Xtreme Teens: Black History Can You Dig It ~ Freedom Fighters Teens, register for an interactive series of seminars focusing on six extraordinary ‘Freedom Fighters’ for African culture. Earn community service hours while learning about the lives of Nat Turner, Marcus Garvey, Huey Newton, Shirley Chisholm, Steve Biko and Nelson Mandela. Pre-registration required by January 27; space is limited. Ages 12-17; FREE Bladensburg Community Center 4500 57th Avenue, Bladensburg 20710 301-277-2124; TTY 301-445-4512 Wednesdays, February 3, 10, 17 & 24, 6-9 pm Throwback Theater Join us on Wednesday evenings in February to watch movies featuring black actors and actresses. Scheduled movies include: February 3: They Call Me Mr. Tibbs; February 10: Car Wash; February 17: Uptown Saturday Night; and February 24: The Five Heartbeats. Nominal fees for concession food. Ages 13 (with parental guidance) & up; FREE Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover 20785 301-583-2582; TTY 301-583-2483 Thursday, February 4 & Friday, February 5, 10:15 am & 12 noon African American Dance Ensemble Lecture/Demo Chuck Davis’ high energy dance troupe invites audience participation in celebration of African heritage. Tickets: $6/person, $5/person groups of 15 or more Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Road, Cheverly 20784 301-277-1710; TTY 301-277-0312 Thursday, February 4, 3-4 pm Story and Artifact Display Lawrence Thrash presents “A Black History Gullah,” a story about a young boy and his family. Then, view an African artifact display with history artifacts and learn about African American biologist Ernest Just. Ages 5-12; FREE William Beanes Community Center 5108 Dianna Drive, Suitland 20746 301-568-7719; TTY 301-203-6030 Thursday, February 4, 4:30-5:30 pm Going the Distance Race to the finish with two Olympians who changed history in this portrayal of African American heroes Jesse Owens and Wilma Rudolph. Cheer them as they rise from childhood illness, infirmity and poverty to become the world’s fastest man and woman, and then achieve the highest athletics award ~ the Olympic Gold Medal. All ages welcome. FREE Suitland Community Center 5600 Regency Lane, Forestville 20747 301-736-3518; TTY 301-203-6030 Friday, February 5-Sunday, February 28, 10 am-5 pm (daily) Reception for the Artists: Friday, February 5, 7-9 pm Culture of the Mind & Spirit: An Exhibition of Regional African American Artists This exhibition features the works of a diverse group of artists with a common heritage and profound links to Montpelier Arts Center. All ages welcome. FREE Montpelier Arts Center 9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel 20708 301-377-7800; TTY 301-490-2329 Friday, February 5, 10:30 am-12 noon (Inclement weather date March 12) Third Annual Gospel Fest! Enjoy the sounds of traditional and contemporary gospel songs performed by local choirs. Ages 60 & up Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3 Gwendolyn Britt Senior Activity Center 4009 Wallace Road, Brentwood 20722 301-699-1238; TTY 301-446-3402 Friday, February 5, 11 am-1 pm Black History Showcase Relive history during our Black History Show-And-Tell Showcase. Enjoy live performances and listen to interesting facts. Light refreshments served. Ages 60 & up; FREE Lake Arbor Community Center 10100 Lake Arbor Way, Mitchellville 20721 301-333-6561; TTY 301-218-6768 Fridays, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 Tours: 12 noon, 1 pm, 2 pm & 3 pm The Bentley Family of Upper Marlborough Join us for a tour that focuses on African American women who lived at Darnall’s Chance in the 18th century with a special focus on the Bentley Family. Tours are FREE on Fridays during February. Reservations not required. Darnall’s Chance House Museum 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Drive, Upper Marlboro 20772 301-952-8010; TTY 301-699-2544 Friday, February 5, 12 noon-2 pm & 6-8 pm Black Movie Cinema From 12 noon-2 pm, watch the award-winning movie A Raisin in the Sun about a strong, proud woman who has raised her family in a crowded apartment on the south side of Chicago. In the evening, watch Spike Lee’s Crooklyn about a family living in Brooklyn in the ‘70s. Popcorn and soda will be available. All ages welcome. FREE Kentland Community Center 2411 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover 20785 301-386-2278; TTY 301-445-4512 Friday, February 5, 6-8 pm Buffalo Soldiers The Buffalo Soldiers played a major role in the Civil War when they joined forces with the Union Army and fought against the Confederate Army. Learn about their contributions in American military history. Reservations required by February 4. All ages welcome. FREE Rollingcrest-Chillum Community Center 6120 Sargent Road, Chillum 20782 301-853-2005; TTY 301-445-4512 Friday, February 5, 7-9 pm Xtreme Teens: A Portrait of an African American Leader Xtreme Teens members from Potomac Landing Community Center and Indian Queen Recreation Center will dress and portray the life of a well-known African American leader. All ages welcome. FREE Potomac Landing Community Center 12500 Fort Washington Road, Fort Washington 20744 301-292-9191; TTY 301-203-6030 Friday, February 5, 7-10 pm Black History Step Show Step teams from local schools, churches and community organizations will portray various African American experiences in this spirited tradition. All ages welcome. Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3 Marlow Heights Community Center 2800 St. Clair Drive, Marlow Heights 20748 301-423-0505; TTY 301-203-6030 Saturday, February 6, 10 am-3 pm African American Heritage Sites Tour Join us for a self-guided tour to discover the rich heritage in our county. Stops will include Charles Duckett’s Log Cabin, Columbia Air Center, and Mount Calvert Historical and Archaeological Park where 51 enslaved African Americans lived and worked on a plantation. Space is limited. Pre-register (in person) at the center. Ages 10 & up Fee: $3/person Patuxent Community Center 4410 Bishopmill Drive, Upper Marlboro 20772 301-780-7577; TTY 301-203-6030 Saturday, February 6, 12 noon-4 pm Tours: 12 noon, 1 pm, 2 pm & 3 pm Life on the Plantation: African American History Tour Join us for a special tour that focuses on the daily lives of the slaves who lived and worked at Marietta Plantation. Reservations not required. Fee: $3/adults, $2/seniors, $1/ages 5-18, FREE/ages 4 & under Marietta House Museum 5626 Bell Station Road, Glenn Dale 20769 301-464-5291; TTY 301-699-2544 Saturday, February 6, 2-3:30 pm “The Impact of the NAACP–What if it did not exist?” Celebrating over a hundred years in existence, the NAACP has had an impact that reaches far and deep within the fabric of American history. The NAACP is the nation’s oldest, largest, and most widely recognized grassroots-based civil rights organization. We are posing the question: What would this country be like if the NAACP had not been formed? Ages 5 & up; FREE Bowie Community Center 3209 Stonybrook Drive, Bowie 20715 301-464-1737; TTY 301-218-6768 Saturday, February 6, 4-6 pm Gospel Kickoff Celebrate African American history through Gospel music. Enjoy an afternoon of Gospel choirs, liturgical dance, and poetry. All ages welcome. FREE Suitland Community Center 5600 Regency Lane, Forestville 20747 301-736-3518; TTY 301-203-6030 Saturday, February 6, 8 pm African American Dance Ensemble This internationally acclaimed dance troupe uses dramatic staging, exciting rhythms and choreography, and colorful costumes to present a dance concert of dramatic excitement. All ages welcome. Tickets through 12/31: $15/person; on or after 1/1/2010: $20/person Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Road, Cheverly 20784 301-277-1710; TTY 301-277-0312 |
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