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SPRINGFIELD — Â鶹ֱ²¥ honors during February with a series of events centered on the theme “A Century Strong: Black History Lives On.†This year marks 100 years since Dr. Carter G. Woodson initiated a week-long observance of Black history in 1926. LLCC’s events will highlight and commemorate the importance of how African Americans transformed and strengthened cultural elements in the U.S. throughout the years.
The following events are free and open to the public and will be held in A. Lincoln Commons at LLCC’s Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road. The LLCC African-American History Month Committee in partnership with LLCC Student Engagement and Wellbeing are event co-sponsors.
Monday Feb. 2 – African-American History Month kickoff, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join the African American History Month Committee and the Black Student Union for music, artistic empowerment, treats and activities.
Thursday, Feb. 5 – A Taste of Heritage: Documentary and Discussion, 3-5 p.m. View an episode of “High on the Hog†followed by a discussion of the show’s theme, “How African-American Cuisine Transformed America.â€
Tuesday, Feb. 17 – Lunch and Learn: A Conversation With Tim Crawford, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local director and playwright, Tim Crawford, will share his experience writing and producing his play “Outraged: Terror in Springfield 1908†about the local race riots that made national headlines.
Wednesday Feb. 25 – Creative Contributions: Open Mic Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Students are invited to sing, recite poetry, play an instrument or participate as an enthusiastic audience member.
LLCC students will also have opportunities to engage in other events on the importance of self-care and understanding the impact of African-American influence in central Illinois.