Montgomery Community Media

Intended to recognize blacks’ prominent role in U.S. history, Black History Month has been nationally observed every February for over 40 years. Several Montgomery County organizations have events planned to celebrate and to educate residents. Here are some of the many Black History events that will take place throughout the county this month:  “Family Day […]

From movie screenings, discussions, musical performances and more, Montgomery County Public Libraries have events planned all month long to celebrate Black History. “We also have some historical presentations,” Mary Ellen Icaza, assistant director of outreach for MCPL, said. “We have a historical presentation on Thurgood Marshall and we also have a presentation where someone will […]

Riderwood retirement community recently completed a comprehensive slate of events and celebrations in February to commemorate African American History Month. Topics ranged from health, music and current events as the resident-led African American History Club coordinated the activities. On February 5, a panel of health care experts provided advice on heart health as the “Go […]

Montgomery County Councilmember Craig Rice along with other members of the Council declared February as Black History Month in Montgomery County on Tuesday, Feb. 23.  In a heartfelt speech, Rice touched on the progress the Black community has made in the County and the country.  Director of Montgomery County Office of Human Rights, James Stowe […]

In celebration of African American History Month, Gaithersburg will host a reception Feb. 18 at the Activitiy Center at Bohrer Park. Winners of a student essay contest will be recognized.

In celebration of African American History Month, the City of Gaithersburg’s Multicultural Affairs Committee is hosting an essay contest for third, fourth and fifth grade students from Gaithersburg elementary schools. The top three essay winners will read their essays and receive awards during a special reception on Wednesday, February 18 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. […]

The artwork of African painter Ephrem Kouakou will be on display through March 16  at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 506 South Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg. The public is invited to a free reception celebrating Arican American History Month and Kouakou’s works Feb. 18 from 5:45 to 7:15 p.m. Viewing hours at the Activity Center […]

The Gaithersburg Multicultural Committee held its first meeting for fiscal year 2014.

Students, staff and parents gathered at Rosa Parks Middle School in Olney on February 13 to honor the school’s namesake on what would have been her 100th birthday and to celebrate African American History month. The event included dinner, song and dance performances and an inspiring speech by Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett. Take a […]