In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, we want to highlight strong women who are making history, today! Introducing Wilma Powell. Wilma Powell, also known as “The Regulator,” changed the way women’s roles are viewed at ports across the nation and the world. She is the first woman in the nation to hold the position of Chief…
To celebrate Black History Month in Long beach, we invited all Long Beach Unified School District elementary, middle school and high school students to participate in the Andy Street Community Association The Power Of Truth Essay Competition, for a chance to win a CASH prize. The winners were announced on February 25, 2022 during a…
Sir Jinx was part of the 2021 Rhythm in Black Virtual Black History Month Celebration DJ Showcase. Let’s keep the party going with his one-hour long DJ set as we celebrate Black History Month in Long Beach. Sir Jinx was featured in the blockbuster movie Straight Outta Compton. and has worked with many known legendary artists like…
Doris Topsy-Elvord, known as “Mother Doris” for her legendary work in the community, and for being both the first Black woman to be elected to the Long Beach City Council and the first Black person to serve on the harbor commission, has died. She was 90. Topsy-Elvord’s last public appearance came in August when…
Mayor Rex Richardson, Long Beach Vice Mayor at the time, gives a perspective on racial equity at the 2021 Rhythm in Black Virtual Black History Month Celebration. This presentation is part of a series of highlights that we are sharing as we celebrate Black History Month in Long Beach.
During #BlackHistoryMonth, we want to spotlight current leaders making a change, today. Introducing Oliver Tate Brooks, M.D. Oliver Tate Brooks, M.D. received his undergraduate degree in biology from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia in 1977, graduating in three years. While at Morehouse, he received the Frederick E. Mapp Prize in Biology for excellence in biology.…
Peggy Trotter Dammond Preacely gives a perspective on history at the 2021 Rhythm in Black Virtual Black History Month Celebration. This presentation is part of a series of highlights that we’ll be sharing as we celebrate Black History Month in Long Beach.
During #BlackHistoryMonth, we want to spotlight current leaders making a change, today. Steve Neal has been a long-time community leader in the Los Angeles area. Dedicating his career as an advocate in the labor, nonprofit, healthcare, clergy and public office work sectors, he has long been recognized as a servant leader for his ability to…
Darick J. Simpson Keynote Address was presented at the 2021 Rhythm in Black Virtual Black History Month Celebration. This video is part of a series of 2021 highlights that we’ll be sharing as we celebrate Black History Month in Long Beach.
During #BlackHistoryMonth, we want to spotlight current leaders making a change, today. Mrs. Wade is the CEO of New Hope Homes, a senior living facility in the 6th District of Long Beach. In her role as CEO she oversees the day to day operations of the 140 Unit apartment community. She provides the New…