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Wednesday, Feb. 21 9th Annual African Achievers Awards The African Achiever Awards recognize outstanding academic achievement, leadership and service among graduating and/or transferring students of African ancestry. Foothill alumnus Qa’id Tauheed Aqeel MPA, who is also know as Andre Duke, is the featured speaker. A resident of Oakland, he serves as a youth advocate; community organizer; co-chairman of Youth for Dellums; and the Dellums for Mayor Executive Committee. Several hundred students from local high schools will be guests for lunch and a campus tour. Time: 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Location: Library Quad Event Tent (Foothill College) Free Admission Wednesday, Feb. 21 Scholarships: A Wealth of Untapped Dollars Education creates an opportunity to change your life and scholarships can help finance your educational goals. Find out where to start your scholarship search at this workshop. This presentation includes a discussion on how to locate and apply for scholarships. You'll also learn about scholarship essay guidelines; practical tips for writing an effective essay; and review the many scholarships that will be awarded by Foothill College during Spring Quarter 2007. Co-sponsored by Foothill College Financial Aid Office. Time: Noon–1 p.m. Location: Appreciation Hall, Room 1501 (Foothill College) Free Admission Thursday, Feb. 22 Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm You are cordially invited to AAEDARA's Black History Program/Luncheon. Guest Speakers: Arnold Townsend, Consultant Charlie Eskridge, Dept. Commander of the American Legion for the State of California David Hamerslough, Real Estate Attorney Place: Summit Point Golf Course, Milpitas, CA 95035 Price: $35 in advance / $40 at the door Saturday, Feb. 24 Make a Joyful Noise Gospel Concert XIII Celebrate Black History Month with the Foothill College Gospel Choir as you walk through history from "negro" spirituals to contemporary gospel melodies. Witness the spiritually and uplifting performances by Bay Area gospel choirs and much more. A complimentary reception follows in the Library Quad Event Tent. To purchase tickets, call (650) 949-7360. Time: 7 p.m. Location: Smithwick Theater (Foothill College) Tickets: $12, general; $8, seniors and students with OwlCard; $6; children ages 6-12; free admission for children under age 5. Tuesday, Feb. 27 Black History Month Lecture Series Part V: The Colored Museum Film & Panel Discussion Mainstream Black theater has evolved since George C. Wolfe's 1979 production, The Colored Museum, opened off-Broadway and deflated Black stereotypes in America. Three of the eleven original vignettes will be screened and discussed. Presenters: Foothill College English Instructor Natalia Menendez, M.A., and Foothill College Psychology Instructor Harry Saterfield, Ph.D. Time: Noon–1 p.m. Location: Room 5001 (Foothill College) Free Admission Gospel Music Extravaganza Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library 150 E. San Fernando St. - 2nd Floor, Room 255/257 (408) 808-2636 Wed, Feb 28, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM Gospel Museum and Review Program. Presentation and performance by Reverend Sheila Robinson, Senior Associate Pastor at Bible Way Christian Center in San Jose and host of Sunday morning Gospel Program at KISS 98.1 FM. For more information, please contact Jeff Paul at (408) 808-2636. Wednesday, Feb. 28th @ 7pm AAEDARA, In Conjunction with Archbishop Mitty High School, presents "Make a Joyful Noise". A Night of Fun, Fellowship & Praise. Gospel, Jazz, Praise Dancing, Stepping and More.... Place: Archbishop Mitty High School Aymar Events Center, 5000 Mitty Way, San Jose, CA 95119 Cost: $8 for Adults, $5 for Children, FREE for Mitty Students For more information, or to purchase tickets, go to www.aaedara.org. Phone: 408-799-9208 or 408-413-8318. For more information about Black Resources in the Bay Area visit, www.kqed.com. |