Dear Jazz,

Black history is American history, and this month is a time to reflect and remember not only how Black people in this country have suffered but how they overcame inhumane circumstances and made a significant contribution to the American culture. Black people have been beaten, brutalized, enslaved, and murdered for simply existing. And in the face of that violence and injustice, enslaved Black people fought for life and freedom. Black business owners have uplifted our economy, Black scientists have expanded what we know of the universe, Black inventors have improved our quality of life, Black artists have created cultural revolutions, and Black legislators and activists have changed this country forever.

Black history reflects those who have come before us, creators and innovators who set the pace for the next generations. And while there are still obstacles to overcome and injustices to make right, our young Black children are learning that they are capable of anything and leading the force for change. There is still history to be made.

Building a better world starts with building a stronger, more united community. Please continue to read this newsletter for updates on our city, events that will bring us closer, city meetings you can attend to get involved in the process, and resources you or a friend may need. I wish you an educative and empowering Black History Month.

#LovePlainfield #AmoPlainfield

Mayor Adrian O. Mapp

La historia negra es la historia estadounidense, y este mes es un momento para reflexionar y recordar no solo cómo han sufrido las personas negras en este país, sino también cómo superaron circunstancias inhumanas e hicieron una contribución significativa a la cultura estadounidense. Las personas negras han sido golpeados, brutalizados, esclavizados y asesinados simplemente por existir. Y frente a esa violencia e injusticia, las personas negras esclavizados lucharon por la vida y la libertad. Los dueños de negocios negros han elevado nuestra economía, los científicos negros han expandido lo que sabemos del universo, los inventores negros han mejorado nuestra calidad de vida, los artistas negros han creado revoluciones culturales, y los legisladores y activistas negros han cambiado este país para siempre.

La historia negra refleja a aquellos que han venido antes que nosotros, creadores e innovadores que marcan el ritmo para las próximas generaciones. Y aunque todavía hay obstáculos que superar e injusticias que corregir, nuestros niños están aprendiendo que son capaces de cualquier cosa y liderando la fuerza para el cambio. Todavía queda historia por hacer.

La construcción de un mundo mejor comienza con la construcción de una comunidad más fuerte y unida. Continúe leyendo este boletín para obtener actualizaciones sobre nuestra ciudad, eventos que nos acercarán, reuniones de la ciudad a las que puede asistir para participar en el proceso, y recursos que usted o un amigo puedan necesitar. Les deseo un Mes de la Historia Negra educativo y empoderador.

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On Saturday, February 11th, 2023, “Sick and Tired: The Fannie Lou Hamer Story" was presented at the Plainfield Performing Arts Center. The award-winning production - written and performed by Diane L. Parker - took the audience to a church in Mississippi as Fannie Lou Hamer described her interactions with the KKK and how she became one of the most important figures in the civil right movement.

This event was done in commemoration of Black History Month as Plainfield continues its mission to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The P-PAC was full of excited spectators including Mayor Adrian O. Mapp, City Council President Charles McRae, Councilwoman Terri Briggs-Jones, and Councilman Robert Graham among other city officials.

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Volume 10 - Issue 07