Trail Can’t Miss Alabama For Black History Month And Valentine’s Day Events

| February 14, 2019 @ 5:00 am

By Shirley Jackson

Black History Month Luncheon
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host its annual Black History Month luncheon at the University of Alabama in Huntsville Wednesday, Feb. 20, at 11 a.m. The luncheon will feature Step Afrika!, which is one of the top 10 African-American dance companies in the U.S.

Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center
The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa is featuring local African-American artists in an exhibit recognizing Black History Month through Friday, Feb. 22, at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center. The free event will feature students from the University of Alabama and a variety of artists from the West Alabama area, including Yvonne Wells.

Anniston Museum’s Black Heritage Festival
Children in pre-kindergarten to high school will enjoy Black History Month at the 39th Annual Black Heritage Festival Saturday, Feb. 16, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This year’s theme is “Poetry: The Pulse of a New Day.” It is the focus of the Student Oration Competition, in which students will recite works of poetry by African-American authors. The African-inspired children’s event is under the direction of the festival coordinator, Georgia Calhoun, and will showcase an assortment of books, jewelry, clothing and more. Admission is free for anyone who has a complimentary wristband.

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