Vocalist Tanksley was one of the featured artists at Syracuse University’s Black Lounge tonight.
Posts Tagged ‘Black History Month’
Loungin
Saturday, February 11th, 2017Stealing the Show
Friday, February 5th, 2016
Anastacia Nanny Schinto-Osborne, 8, recited a poem by Countee Cullen during the 2016 Black History Month Opening Ceremony for Upstate Medical University.
The poem has been attributed to Harlem Renaissance poet Countee Cullen and also Eugene Useni Perkins.
History Makers
Wednesday, February 3rd, 2016
Sharon L. Contreras, PhD, (left) is the first female superindendent of the Syracuse City School District and first woman of color to serve in that position for one of New York States Big Five districts, was given a community leader award by Upstate Medical University today. She is joined here by Dr. Danielle Laraque-Arena. Arena became Upstate’s seventh president last month.
Killin’ the Keys
Monday, February 1st, 2016
Bill Perry, Jr., of Oxford MS, played the Black History Month kick-off concert at CFAC with vocalist Tawanna Shaunte on Friday.
Session to Saver
Sunday, January 31st, 2016
Tawanna Shaunte brought the heat from Jackson, MS for the Black History Month kick-off concert at the Community Folk Art Center (CFAC).
Singer/songwriter Tawanna Shaunte and her band: Bill Perry, Jr. (keys), Brady Watt (bass) Xayvon Jamison (drums) pounced on the opportunity to make their mark on Friday. Shaunte brought vocal tenacity and the band generated almost enough soulful heat to warm up the entire Connective Corridor. The memorable jam session served as the kick-off for Black History Month.
In case you missed it, get a taste of their southern-style jazz/blues nouveau in the clip below.
The show was another effective collaboration between CFAC and WAER-FM 88.
Political Action, Education & Social Change
Saturday, February 28th, 2015
The event began with a dance performance by the Young & Talented group.
Here are some photos from the Syracuse City School District’s 12th Annual African-American panel discussion, which was held at Edward Smith (K-8) School. The theme of this year’s event was “Political Action for Education and Social Change.”
During the ceremony,Darlene Dow from United States Post Office unveiled the commemorative stamp featuring architect Robert Robinson Taylor.
Syracuse Common Councilor Khalid Bey talked about his transition from college athletics to working in government.
Newly appointed School Board Commissioner Mark Muhammad, a professor at Onondaga Community College told students he has high expectations for all SCSD children and he wants to increase graduation (rates) by continued participation in education.
Evelyn Carter, Consumer Affairs Manager for Wegmans, talked about the “Let’s Move” Initiative and the importance of healthy food choices.
Ed Smith School 5th grader Jabari Diggs (center) turned on his news anchor voice while asking SU Professor Paula Johnson a question during the panel.
On the front row dancers anxiously awaited their turn to perform in the finale.
Bring the Noise, Bring the Future
Friday, February 6th, 2015
Dr. Umar Johnson, author, educator and descendant of Frederick Douglass
Dr. Umar will speak at the Frank E. Merriweather Library in Buffalo this afternoon, and on Sunday in Virginia Beach.
Our Sister Soldier
Monday, February 17th, 2014
Storyteller/Griot Jackie Grace performed as Harriet Tubman during the Turning Another Page (TAP) Festival at Bethany Baptist Church on Sunday.
TGIF
Friday, February 7th, 2014
Nicole Blue danced at the Ed Smith School Black History Month Program this morning. The program also included a student-run question and answer session with SCSD Superintendent Sharon Contreras and Assemblyman Sam Roberts.
Crossfire: Assemblyman Sam Roberts remained cool while he was grilled by students about everything from lawmaking to martial arts.
Syracuse City School District Superintendent Sharon Contreras talked with the students about being inspired by her parents, her multi-ethnic heritage, and her continued commitment to child advocacy.
ATL to SYR
Wednesday, February 27th, 2013
Georgia Businessmen John Walker (left) and Jason Geter came to Syracuse to participate in the Syracuse City School District’s Black History Program. They are pictured here with organizer and Syracuse Special Education teacher Karen Blue.