Speak Ya Peace Poetry Jam February 20, 2020 7-10 PM

On this thought provoking Thursday we welcome our esteemed guests, poets, and various artists . This evening we acknowledge, and honor the contributions made by African Americans during Black History month. Carter G. Woodson was born (December 19, 1875 -April 3, 1950 ). He was an American historian, author, journalist, and founder of the Association for the Study of African-American life, and History. Woodson has been called “Father of Black history”. In February 1926 Black History week was born. What started out in 1976 as A traditional week long celebration expanded to a month. The month of February was selected to coincide with both Frederick Douglas, and Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday. Speak Ya Peace @theArtWorks, and bring awareness to the benefaction of African-American genius to our community, and the world as we know it.

Meet and Greet 7-8PM

Showtime 8-10 PM

Guest 18 year +

Parking available

$5 Cover

Host: LayneeNicole