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Progress Village
February Birthday Celebrants
“Happy Birthday,” to past and present Villagers celebrating this month. Leslie Jackson, 2/21, and Cory Darby, 2/24.
Library News
Sick And Shut-Ins
Lifting up our fellow Vil- lagers and friends in prayer: Mary Hobley, Marion Washington, Oliva Darby,
Ernestine Turner, Gwen- dola Small, Hilrie Kemp, Jr., Harold Williams, Robert Leek, Sr., Flora Jones, Clennie McCray, Elouise Griffin, Thelma Singleton, Lucille Beck, Catherine Clark, Ernes- tine Best, Nathaniel Scott, Aritha Scott, Nina Small, Rudolph Tolbert and Lil- lian Tolbert.
Black Excellence Festival
“Shining a light and cele-
brary Foundation, featuring local African American artists. First Exhibit Artist: Ladale Lloyd, February 1, 2019 - March 8, 2019. The first exhibit began February 1 and features photo-real por- traits and landscapes of award-winning artist, Ladale Lloyd. It is located in the front lobby and is open during hours of operation, through March 8th. A reception for Mr. Lloyd will follow on Tuesday, March 5 at 6 p. m. and is funded by the Ada T. Payne Friends of the Urban Libraries. All are welcome
brating the diversity in our culture,” with African and Is- land Cuisine, music, entertain- ment, Black-owned vendors and more. Where: at Spoto High School, February 27, 2019, 5:30 p. m. – 7:30 p. m., 8538 Eagle Palm Dr., Riverview, FL 33578.
Senior Center Events
Progress Village Nutrition and Activity Center, hosts events at 8701 Progress Blvd., 813-671-7773 — 2/25 – 11 a.
to attend.
Sankofa: A Black Heritage Celebration
Saturday, February 23, 2019 1 P. M. - 4 P. M. Robert W. Saunders, Sr. - Ada T. Payne Community Room A & B
Sankofa is an Akan symbol meaning “Go back and re- trieve.” This program will fea- ture African drumming, dance, spoken word and a variety of other performances and pre- sentations. Join us for this ju-
m. - Black History Program; 2/27 11 a. m. Birthday Cele- bration.
Progress Village Civic Council News
The next Community Meeting will be held on Mon- day, March 18th, 2019 at 7 p. m., Emanuel P. Johnson Com- munity Center.
Call your news for Progress Village and surrounding areas to Linda Washington, (813) 741-3604.
bilant event.
Chess Club at the Library
Saturday, March 2nd and 16th 10 A. M. – 12 P. M. Riverview - Community Room
Learn and play the game of chess with Coach Ted Mc- Nair! Benefits of this classic and fun game include improved memory, concentration, and problem-solving skills. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
News & Activities
Celebrate Black History Month!
Art Gallery at Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library
In addition to the public art
display, the Robert W. Saun- ders, Sr. Public Library is pleased to feature a small art gallery, sponsored by the Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Li-
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