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February is Black History Month, and African-American history is very much a story of migration. Between 1916 and 1970, 6 million black people left behind the shackles of the rural South and its … more

1/31/19

Marge Rogatz with her husband, Peter, center, at ERASE Racism’s annual banquet last year.

Lawrence native involved in the civil rights battle

Contemporary battles and the unearthing of racist language thought dormant marks this February’s commemoration of Black History Month as the struggle and dedication of Civil Rights leaders are remembered in the shadow of the 50th anniversary of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. more

By Tyler Marko | 2/8/18

A shifting vision of black America

Perhaps no show on American television addresses the perilous times in which we find ourselves more vividly than ABC’s “Black-ish,” which . . . more

2/1/18

We need Black History Month now more than ever

We were supposed to have been healed by now, right? With the first African-American president finally elected not once but twice, the nation was supposed to be . . . more

2/2/17

To commemorate the past, present and future of African-Americans, the Five Towns Community Center hosted a Black History Month program Monday. From left are Evelyn Jackson, Victor Ezihie, Brandon Brunn, Anaya Davis, Myrveen Berlanger, Divine Ezihie and Lorenzo Sistrunk.

Recalling a rich and vibrant history

To wrap up Black History Month, the Five Towns Community Center hosted “Hallowed Lands: African Historical Sites,” on Monday, a program to allow the community to recognize the events and sites in America where the “most profound moments in history” took place, according to event organizer Evelyn Jackson. more

By Vanessa Parker | 3/2/16

The Five Towns Community Center in Lawrence has implemented a few new programs for kids and adults, including basketball tournaments. From left were Wanda Hester, Shaquan Greene, Richard Aguilar, Jeff Artis, Larry Bowers, Aaron Azul, Chris Serrano and Arnie Stevens.

Creating a haven, instilling life lessons

Using sports and fitness, a group of people is working to revitalize the programs at the Five Towns Community Center at 270 Lawrence Ave. in Lawrence and attract a more diverse population. more

By Jeff Bessen | 2/10/16

Understanding L.I.'s African-American history

It is an ignominious history that Long Islanders don’t like to remember or even recognize. For nearly 200 years, from the early 1600s to the early 1800s, Long Islanders owned slaves. more

2/20/14

Hewlett Elementary School held its annual Caring, Sharing Be Nice and Try … Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Brotherhood assembly on Jan. 24. Second-graders Colin Inso and Aria Patni symbolize the unity between people that King, one of many African American heroes celebrated during Black History Month, was seeking.

Offering hope, celebrating the culture

Every culture has its story to share, achievements to list and role models to exemplify. February is Black History Month, which celebrates the role African Americans have played in shaping U.S. History. more

By Jeff Bessen | 2/5/14

National Council of Negro Women members from left, Evelyn Jackson and Annie Reyes, spearheaded the Black History Month celebration at the Five Towns Community Center and led the Pledge of Allegiance with Maya.

Celebrating Black History in the Five Towns [Photo gallery]

The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. members Evelyn Jackson and Annie Reyes spearheaded a night of commemorating Black History at the Five Towns Community Center in Lawrence on Feb. 21. more

2/27/13

Celebrating Black History Month at Lawrence Woodmere Aacdemy

This February, Lawrence Woodmere Academy (LWA) recognized Black History Month. Why is this so important, you ask? more

By Amber Garrick | 2/13/13

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