DEADLINE: WED. OCT. 20th @ 11pm
ORDER YOUR MEN-IN-THE-KITCHEN MEALS TODAY
(Thanks For All Of The Orders We Have Received So Far)
TO ORDER YOUR MEALS & EVENT TICKETS NOW
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Support Our "BUILD-BACK-BETTER" Fundraising Campaign
Help Us Recover From The Flood Damage
and Restore and Reimagine The Museum
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Join Us For Our 27th Annual Celebration
Sun. Oct. 24th - 4-6pm
WE HAVE AN EXCITING PROGRAM PLANNED
- WELCOME ................................................................................................. NAT ALSTON
- GREETINGS ............................................... DR. CALVIN BALL, COUNTY EXECUTIVE
- REMARKS ............................................. DEB JUNG COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 4
- MUSEUM UPDATES .................................................. DR. EVERLENE CUNNINGHAM
- INTRODUCTION OF PERFORMERS ...................................... MS. FLORENCE SMITH
- COOKING DEMONSTRATION …........... JR. CHEF STEPHEN ROBINSON & OTHERS
- ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF OFFICIALS ......................................... MS. MAE A. BEALE
- DOOR PRIZES AND AWARDS ............................................................ MS. JEAN LEWIS
- ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ........................................... DR. EVERLENE CUNNINGHAM
FEATURING
Performances by:
Grif Griffin (Music & Singing - Theme Song)
Shahan Rizvi (Spoken Word)
Trey Carlisle (Spoken Word)
Kurt Blake (Poem - Spoken Word)
Rev. John West (Spoken Word)
Damon Foreman (Music & Singing)
... and others
Cooking Demonstrations By:
Amma's Kitchen - How To Make Ghanaian Jollof Rice
(Jack & Jill - Columbia Chapter - Junior Chefs)
Stephen Robinson (Featured Chef)
... and others
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Contact Us:
Phone: 410-715-1921
Museum: 5434 Vantage Point Road
Columbia, MD 21044
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Upcoming Events:
Kwanzaa 2021: Dec. 26th-Jan. 1st
Black History Month: Feb. 2022
Juneteenth: June 19th, 2022
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PLEASE SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER
YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT IS APPRECIATED
To Help Us Continue Telling Our Story
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Dear Friends of the Center,
The last two years have been challenging and we all continue to adapt our lives and activities under these "new normal" conditions due to COVID.
As a result, our 27th Annual Men-In-The-Kitchen on October 24th, 2021, will again be a virtual fellowship during which you will enjoy delicious food in your own home, and join us for a virtual program (4pm – 6pm) featuring:
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Men-In-The-Kitchen WITH TALENT (Spoken Word, Music and Singing)
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And an exciting cooking demonstration by Jr. Chef Stephen Robinson and other aspiring Jr. Chefs!
There will be something for everyone! Get your ticket(s) today so you can be a part of this exciting happening.
We look forward to seeing you there!!
Sincerely,
Everlene G. Cunningham Ph.D
Chair, Board of Directors
THE HOWARD COUNTY CENTER OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE
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PLEASE SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER & EVENT
2022 WILL BE A VERY IMPORTANT YEAR FOR HCCAAC.
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OVERVIEW OF OUR "BUILD-BACK-BETTER" FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
Target Grand Re-Opening:
February 2022 - Black History Month
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As many of you may know, in addition to the restrictions caused by COVID, HCCAAC suffered a devastating flood at the museum in February 2021. The flooding was caused by a broken pipe in the ceiling which resulted in damage and loss of several of our irreplaceable artifacts, paperwork, our computers, printers, artwork, walls, carpet, and some furniture. |
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We had to vacate the entire building and move everything into temporary storage.
We are overjoyed that all of the building repairs have been completed but we are now facing the daunting task of reestablishing the museum layout.
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WE ARE DETERMINED TO “BUILD-BACK-BETTER” |
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We are 1000% committed to restoring and reimagining the museum.
Here is a summary of our plans:
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We plan to transition to a “hybrid museum” (with a significant online and physical presence)
- We will be aggressively digitizing and cataloging all our artifacts to create online exhibits and presentations (across various themes)
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Our “ONLINE DIGITAL MUSEUM” will provide more accessibility and flexibility to attract and engage with broader and diverse audiences
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Our “PHYSICAL MUSEUM” will be redesigned to feature several themes. We plan to rotate and expand our exhibits at the main museum and at the Howard County library
One of the primary goals of our 2021 Men-In-The-Kitchen fundraiser is to enlist the assistance of our supporters (individuals, businesses, government officials and organizations) to help us execute this ambitious rebuilding project. Thanks again in advance for your continued support!
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SPECIAL THANKS TO:
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
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Our main computer was damaged in the flood and THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS made a very generous donation to rebuild that computer (originally donated Eagle Scout Jaydon Hodge). |
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Thanks also for the generous donations, book purchases and support we have received from many of our friends and organizations (over the years), including: |
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Town Center Community Association, KC Church, Rae Millman, John S. Deiter (Herbiculture, Inc.), Olger Burch, Amanda Jordan, Virginia Callahan, Nina Basu, Carlessia A. Hussein, Mary R. Alston, Jessica & Joshua Feldmark, Wanda W. Garcia, Courtney Watson, Lori Fuchs, Franklin Hecker, Julie Heiliger, Lillian Holmes, Eddie Bland 111, Jeffrey Boutwell, Amelia Jennings, Sarah Claire Mathery, Jean Moon, Deanna L. Peel, Linda Wiley, Ruthann Grey, Regina Raffety, Kathryn Burke, Kristin DeCou, Herman Charity, Gloria Barksdale, Network for Good, Albert G. Burch, Octavia Carter, Lynette Palmer, Lynette Palmer, Leslie Ramis, Amelia, Katherine Burke, Linda Wiley, Ruthann Grey, Deanna L. Peel, Jean Moon, Jeffrey Boutwell, Sarah Claire Matheny, Eric Levey, Luminous Network, Inc., Kelli Carpenter, Lynette Palmer, Robert Kolodner, and many others.
Please forgive us if your name was inadvertently omitted … THANK YOU!
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DESPITE THE CHALLENGES ...
WE ACCOMPLISHED A LOT IN 2021
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Here is a summary of our 2021 Accomplishments and Community Activities:
- Presentation Annual Wylene Sims Burch Scholarship April 2020 (Under Auspices of The Howard County Foundation for Black Educational and Cultural Achievement)
- Annual Talent Showcase - May 2020
- Annual Juneteenth Celebration - June 2020
- Workshop - "The Harlem Renaissance and the Art of Jacob Lawrence" August 2020
- Cash Award - Black Student Achievement Program October 2020
- Cash Award - Bright Minds Foundation- October 2020
- Participation County Executive's Kwanzaa Program December 2020
- Annual Talent Showcase May 2021
- 27th Annual Juneteenth Celebration June 2021
- Corporate Sponsor "Brave, Black, and Beautiful" A Six Week Workshop for Middle School African American Students in Howard County (July – August 2021)
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We Had A Very Successful Juneteenth Celebration |
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THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT (In-Person & Online) – VIEW REPLAY…HERE
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(Perfect Holiday Season Gifts!)
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SEEKING FREEDOM
Back By Popular Demand!
A historic book chronicling the history of the Underground Railroad in Howard County Maryland.
This book includes chronologies, slave census, and 116 glossy pages of photographs and more.
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Every home in Howard County should have a copy of this important book!
Publisher By:
Howard County Center of African American Culture, 2002. Re-published in 2020.
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RECIPES & REMEMBRANCES
KEEPSAKE COOKBOOK
A unique collection of favorite recipes from our Men In The Kitchen chefs
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Get your copy of our Recipes and Remembrances Keepsake Cookbook.
This unique cookbook is filled to 50+ scrumptious, diverse family recipes
from our “Men In The Kitchen” Chefs,
Friends and Families.
Publisher By:
Howard County Center of African American Culture, 2020.
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YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT IS APPRECIATED
To Help Us Continue Telling Our Story
Your support will help send our history into the future!
The HCCAAC is a rich treasure trove that tells the incredible story of the African American experience in Howard County Maryland and beyond through artifacts and other resources. Show your support today so that African American storytelling will continue.
Howard County Center of African American Culture is a 501 C3 Tax Exempt Non Profit Organization.
All gifts and donations are tax-deductible. Receipts for all purchases and donations will be provided.
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HOW YOU CAN HELP:
1: Become a member
2: Become a volunteer
3: Make a donation
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