OIC Celebrates Black History On Tuesday February 28, 2012 6:00 PM

For Immediate Release   

 

For Press Information, Contact

 Reuben Blackwell, (252) 544-3343

 

 

OIC Celebrates Black History

 

 

OIC, Inc. will present its Annual Black History Celebration on Tuesday, February 28th at 6:00 p.m., in the OIC auditorium, located at 402 East Virginia Street, Rocky Mount, NC. This year, OIC will reflect and celebrate its history from its establishment in Rocky Mount to current day programming. Genotre Penny-Boone, OIC’s Board Chair, commented that “usually, we remember and celebrate notable people that moved the country.  This year, we want to honor people, organizations and companies that have helped Rocky Mount OIC bring quality education, business, health and medical services to our communities and residents in Rocky Mount.”

 

The program will feature musical, spoken word and instrumental performances by local and nationally recognized artists including the Parker Middle School String Ensemble, the Nash Central High School Jazz Band, the Rocky Mount High School Band, the Edgecombe County High School Chorus and several outstanding vocalists and poets.  There is no charge for attendance.  Doors open at 5:40 p.m.

 

For more information, contact Vai Elekana at (252) 212-3460.

 

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The “Declining Significance” of Black History – Source: The BlackList Pub

In the middle of this year’s Black History Month I was momentarily overcome by a weird feeling. There was a kind of ho hum, mundane, routine, business as usual atmosphere about this year’s commemoration with little passion or intensity. (Read more)

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Tomorrow The Last Day Of Black History Month So Then What?

Black History Month

Tomorrow The Last Day Of Black History Month So Then What?

Back to business as usual.

How can we start in March to keep the celebration going throughout the year so that it will become so strong and popular that when February rolls around again, we would not even notice that it was designated as “Black History Month.” I don’t have to remind you this is the shortest month of the year.

Please post your suggestions here about what you think can be done to keep black history going 12 months out of the year. Schools are not doing it, churches are not doing it, organizations are not doing it so is there anything that can really be done?

Just saying. Maybe it is not important.

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Embracing The Spirit, Excellence, and Legacy of HBCU 0IC’s Annual Black History Program

 

 

Celebrating Black History Month Promoting Literacy At The National African American Read-In

Celebrate Black History Month

Promoting Literacy

 At the

National African American Read-In

 

Hosted by

 

Saturday, February 19, 2011

2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Wilson County Public Library – Assembly Room

249 Nash Street West, Wilson, NC 252-237-5355

 

				Featured Speaker:   Calvin L. Woodard Sheriff, Wilson County, NC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Parents, bring your children, along with one of their favorite books by or about an American of African descent, and make the 22^nd National African American Read-In* a memorable opportunity to share the joy of reading with all ages, genders, cultures, and religions.

SPACE IS LIMITED so please arrive early!

Refreshments will be served during the 3:00 o’clock intermission.

For more information, contact:  E.D. Arrington at (252) 293-1135

or earrington@myglnc.com, or www.edarringtonbooks.com

         

*February 2011 marks the 22nd anniversary of the National African American Read-In founded by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and its Black Caucus to promote literacy. Teaching our youth to embrace the joy of reading is one way we can all make a difference. When our youth succeed, we all win!

RRR CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH WITH SPECIAL COLLECTION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 16, 2010

CONTACT:
Taunia Soderquist
taunia@educationalrap.com
www.educationalrap.com

RRR CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH WITH SPECIAL COLLECTION

Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — Rhythm, Rhyme, Results (known as RRR and pronounced ‘triple R’), a leading producer of contemporary educational materials using hip hop music styles, celebrates Black History Month with a special collection of Black History Month Songs. The collection traces four centuries of African-American history in the US and includes educational rap songs about the countries of Africa, the Civil War, the Civil Rights Movement, and the 44 US Presidents. Timelines, worksheets, lyrics, and other important resources add academic and entertainment value for teachers and students.

Founded in late 2007, Rhythm, Rhyme, Results’ mission is to reach students of varied backgrounds and skill levels by delivering academic content through culturally relevant music. RRR has built a library of 50+ songs in Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies and Economics for upper elementary, middle school and early high school students. The company’s success can be heard in classrooms in all of the 50 states in the US, and in over 25 countries around the world. RRR music has been featured in a number of student and teacher videos on YouTube and Teacher Tube. All RRR materials are available in CD, download or streaming audio formats.

Founded by Robert Mitchell and Ben Jackson, and led by Dr. Isaiah Jackson, an African-American college professor and former orchestra conductor with 35 years of teaching and conducting experience, RRR’s young, hip company and network of professional musicians collaborate and continue to produce new songs for the ever-growing library. RRR songs have earned kudos from Common Sense Media and two 2009 Parents’ Choice Awards.

In addition to celebrating Black History Month with their album collection, RRR will also feature articles, information, and interesting facts about Black History Month on the RRR blog.

Please visit www.educationalrap.com for more information.