Each of them rode in a convertible with a guest. Author Lauren Nile, who was recognized as Advocate of the Year in 2019 by Palm Springs Pride, will be discussing her book "Race" at the Welwood Murray Memorial Library. Here in the Coachella Valley, the Palm Springs Black History Committee is hosting multiple events that the community can participate to celebrate the month. Morning Forecast Diane Brice said for the past seven years she and her family have kept the family tradition of watching the annual Black History Month Parade in Downtown Palm Springs.

The theme highlights the sesquicentennial and centennial of the fifteenth and nineteenth amendment. After watching the Black History Month Parade, many families come to the town fair to continue the celebration as it marks its 33rd year. Brice said they haven't missed a year since her eldest daughter was born. Rep. Raul Ruiz, Indio Councilman Waymond Fermon and Banning Mayor Pro Tem Colleen Wallace also attended. In addition to offering rides for children, the fair had booths from College of the Desert, Desert AIDS Project and Lift to Rise.

The annual Black History Month Gala will be held at the Palm Springs Air Museum. The Palm Springs Fire Department also showed off its historic fire engine.
February 27 2020 February is Black History Month in the City of Palm Springs and the entire community is invited to attend the 33rd Annual Black History Month Parade … I searched a continent a world away, hoping to find 'home', These 19 black women fought for voting rights, Blacks fled the South in droves more than a century ago, seeking true freedom, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. "We need to have love so much more love and just interact with the community," said Ginyard. Black history parade 2020 Palm Springs.

The 33rd annual Black History Parade will take place downtown Palm Springs at 11 a.m. followed by a town fair with cultural booths, food vendors and kid friendly activities. Brice isn't the only one that hits the parade year after year. ... the King Center and the Apex museum for their many contributions towards the success of the Black History Month Parade. Celebrate Black History Month with Palm Springs Art Museum and the Black History Committee. The concert will take place at 7 p.m. in the library community room and is free to the public. Mayor Geoff Kors sat in one car with former Mayor Ron Oden, the city's first African-American mayor who served one term after spending eight years on the City Council. "We just make sure we are here every single year, we're here on time so we have our spot and we're close to the bathroom," said Brice. Published February 29, 2020 6:37 pm Families celebrate 33rd annual Black History Month Parade February is Black History Month in the City of Palm Springs and the … 5 things we saw at the Palm Springs Black History Month Parade and Town Fair. Apex Museum Supporting Contributor. Dozens from the Palm Springs High School band kicked off the festivities while others from the United Methodist Church of Palm Springs and other religious groups. "It's really important that the Town Fair happens afterwards because it allows everyone interact you see some of the familiar faces that you just saw in the procession of the parade," said Janeshia Adams-Ginyard, Town Fair Grand Marshal. Adams-Ginyard received cheers and applause after she was introduced.
Town Fair Grand Marshal, Janeshia Adams-Ginyard said its a critical event each year. You may contact her at [email protected], Black History Month Parade in Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs community gathers for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day march, Palm Springs ceremony honors Martin Luther King Jr., recalls city's segregated past, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. National Parks Service Supporting Contributor. There is a $10 registration fee per player. "This is one event that I always make sure I have in my calendar and I make sure I don't miss it no matter what," said Diane Brice, from Cathedral City. "It's actually educational for the kids I feel like a lot of the kids generations are too into their technology and don't focus on what the traditions are and whats out there," said Connie Olivo, from Desert Hot Springs. 300 S Sunrise Way, Palm Springs at 6 p.m. LP and the Vinyl will perform a tribute to Black History Month featuring music from Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Sam Cooke, Louis Armstrong and Bobby Timmons. Contests & Promotions, © 2020, Gulf-California Broadcast Company Palm Springs, CA USA, READ: Trump’s doctor releases statement after the President and first lady test positive for Covid-19, President Donald Trump says he and first lady Melania Trump test positive for Covid-19, President Trump announces he and Melania Trump have tested positive for the coronavirus after exposure to top aide. It is an honor for me to invite everyone to Black History Month Parade." More than a dozen elected officials, community organizations and special guests took part in the parade, which went along Palm Canyon Drive between Arenas and Alejo roads. The parade ended at Frances Stevens Park, the site of a town fair that featured booths, music and Ethiopian, Caribbean and Cajun grub. February is Black History Month in the City of Palm Springs and the entire community was invited to the 33rd Annual Black History Month Parade and Town Fair on Saturday in downtown. The event starts at 6 p.m. and is $60 in advance and $70 at the door. February is Black History Month and the theme for 2020 is "African Americans and the Vote," according to the Association for the Study of African American Life and History. "Black History is tantamount to the success of future generations. The nineteenth amendment, passed in 1920, gave women the right to vote, although many women of color still faced voting discrimination until the 1960s. The awards will recognize the people and groups who have helped support the African American community and society. This event is open to all ages.

One of the event's most inspiring guests was Janeshia Adams-Ginyard, an actress and stuntwoman in films such as "Black Panther" and "Avengers: Infinity War," according to IMDB.

The Redlands-based Asmarina Foods, which specialize in Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisines, was one of a handful of vendors on site. Daily News Headlines Storyteller Michael D. McCarty will be sharing tales from Africa to highlight the struggles that black people have overcome throughout history. Families lining up along Palm Canyon Drive in support the community's diversity. The Palm Springs Black History Committee and the city of Palm Springs present their gospel fest, Let's Rejoice and Sing.

More: Desert Hot Springs community gathers for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day march, More: Palm Springs ceremony honors Martin Luther King Jr., recalls city's segregated past, Amaray Alvarez is an intern at The Desert Sun. One of the most popular attractions at the town fair was the Caribbean and Cajun cuisine for sale. Proceeds will go to the Palm Springs Black History Month Committee to help put on other events throughout the month. He can be reached at [email protected], (760) 778-4649 or on Twitter at @journoshane. Severe Weather The fifteenth amendment, passed in 1870, gave black men the right to vote following the Civil War. Hundreds lined the streets of downtown Palm Springs on Saturday and cheered at the 33rd annual Black History Month Parade and Town Fair. When the parade ended, participants and watchers congregated at Frances Stevens Park for a town fair. Palm Springs police and the California Highway Patrol also showed up. Shake down hit it all smiles ️ #dril#team#ghettique#unique#technique#power#will#dance#newyork #chicago#atlanta#theater#live#peace#children#cute#giveback "Just the energy the kids are having fun there's things for him to do, they are meeting new kids, they get to go out there and have fun," said Kalena Harris, from Desert Hot Springs. Hundreds lined the streets of downtown Palm Springs on Saturday and cheered at the 33rd annual Black History Month Parade and Town Fair. Essay: I searched a continent a world away, hoping to find 'home', Rights: These 19 black women fought for voting rights, Exodus: Blacks fled the South in droves more than a century ago, seeking true freedom. The Desert Sun February 29, 2020 February 6, 2020 5PM.

For more information: Contact Jarvis Crawford at [email protected] or (760) 416-5716. Here are five things we saw at the event: Several local elected officials took part in the parade, including the entire Palm Springs City Council. The Palm Springs Black History Committee will be hosting their annual adult basketball tournament at 10 a.m. The event will take place 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information: Call the Welwood Murray Memorial Library at (760) 323-8296. Some of the eye-popping dishes included popcorn shrimp, catfish, wings and dirty rice. The 33rd annual Black History Parade will take place downtown Palm Springs at 11 a.m. followed by a town fair with cultural booths, food vendors and kid friendly activities. "Its huge for us we're big on family and since she was a baby, I wanted her to bring in and just be a part of it and grow up in this type of community where it feels like home," said Brice. Many of the parade participants hailed from local schools, churches and law enforcement. She's also been a stuntwoman in the "9-1-1" and "How To Get Away With Murder" television series. Breaking News The festival will take place at the James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center from 2 to 4 p.m. Shane Newell covers breaking news and the western Coachella Valley cities of Palm Springs, Cathedral City and Desert Hot Springs.