Mark your Calendar for an Exciting Celebration
This Columnist would like to encourage my readers to mark their calendars for the following dates and times: Saturday, February 8, 2025 and Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 1 to 5 p.m. on each day at the Merriweather Library in the Dr. Eva M. Doyle auditorium The occasion is for the 46th Annual Anniversary of the Eye On History Column. I had to get on the calendar early at the library due to so many events being scheduled in February for Black History Month. The second reason I had to schedule this in advance is to due to the Super Bowl on February 9th and the winter recess for the Buffalo Pubic Schools from February 18th through February 21st. I did not want to have a conflict with these important events. This way more people can plan to attend the celebration. More information will be published in various media outlets in the city of Buffalo and beyond.
The program will include exhibits, various speakers from the community and also around the Western New York Area. There will be a special display showing articles in my column from 1979 to the present. During one of these days I will show the Eye On History documentary called “The Real History of Haiti.” The film was to be shown on October 13, 2024. However, the library was closed due to an emergency situation. The Trophies for Success award will be given to deserving students from the Schools. Each student will be given a trophy honoring them for their success in a variety of areas that will include music, academics, sports, and contributions to their school and community. I will also show some videos from various programs that were held over the years including the “Legends and Legacies” film series that highlighted outstanding performers. These events were part of the legacy of the Eye On History Column. As I get confirmations from the speakers list, I will share this with my readers. Light refreshments will be available. There will be a book signing for my recent books. Flyers for this event will be posted throughout the community. This will be a celebration for the entire family!!!!