Boston Court 70 Mentor Ave.., 7:00 p.m. February 14 – Perry’s Joint Presents Charlie Bereal, an evening event to collectively bring the African American community of Pasadena & surrounding areas together to celebrate their Black Heritage through the arts

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- 4:00 pm, 300 Your email address will not be published. 23ABC News. Hill Avenue Branch Library 55 S. Hill Ave., 3:30 p.m. February 25 – All Power to the People (Photo by Trevor Stamp, Contributing Photographer). 83, Jeff Vaughn, Director Ad Sales | [email protected] The 2020 parade and festival are sponsored by Pasadena Tournament of Roses, Pasadena Management Association, Pasadena Black Employees Association, Cricket Wireless, Wells Fargo, Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Merrill Lynch, State Farm and the Pasadena Public Health Department. Central Library North Entry 285 E Walnut St. February 1 to 29 – Observations in Black, 2020 – A Pictorial Celebration of Black History Month featuring the photography of Alfred Haymond Hammond Street between Fair Oaks Avenue and Morton Avenue, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm. Black History Parade One of the biggest and longest-running Black History parades in California, the Black History Parade and Festival, highlights African history and African-American culture. The Human Services and Recreation Department and volunteer Black History Parade and Festival Planning Committee are hosting the annual Pasadena Black History Parade and Festival on Saturday, February 15th, 2020. (626)737-8486 Ext.

A list of the events follows and all events are free unless otherwise noted. Robinson is a Best Actress NAACP Image Award recipient and the executive director of Amazing Grace Conservatory. Pasadena continues its Black History Month celebration from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday with the 38th annual Black History Parade and Festival. Jackie Robinson Community Center 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave., 7:00-9:00 p.m. February 8 – Miss Black Pasadena Pageant A full schedule of events celebrates the achievements of and recognizes African-Americans in U. S. History. Our opinion section is open to all. (626)737-8486 Ext. The festival features live entertainment for all ages, food for purchase, an exciting meet-and-greet with Miss Black Pasadena and the Power 106 Street Team, informational booths, and a children’s zone jam-packed with fun, free activities. (626) 737-8486 Ext. 8 Allendale Branch Library 1130 S. Marengo Ave., 2:00 p.m. February 16 – Events by Jacqueline Presents Gospel & Jazz featuring gospel artist Brent Jones 8 The parade featured over 80 entries, and was followed by a festival at Robinson Park. (626)737-8486 Ext. 802. The community grand marshal is Edna Bluain, a dedicated volunteer with the Black History Parade and Festival Planning Committee for over 20 years. December 10, 2019. in Events, Highlights. Avery is best known for her role as Shug Avery in “The Color Purple,” which earned her an Academy Award nomination. 8, Eddie Rivera | [email protected] Pasadena is proud to host one of the largest Black History parades in Southern California. CLICK HERE TO TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS. Pasadena Now has been published daily since April, 2004 and is among the very oldest continuously operated community news websites in the U.S. Pasadena Now strives to publish a full spectrum of news and information articles in service to the entire community. (626)737-8486 Ext. The parade featured over 80 entries, and was followed by a festival at Robinson Park. Youth grand marshals were Alaysia Barker, a student at Loyola Marymount University who is active with campus cultural organizations and founder of a nonprofit scholarship organization; and Elijah Gates, a sophomore defense back on UCLA’s football team and product of the Mckenzie-Scott Boys & Girls Club and Pasadena Panther youth football program.

Required fields are marked *, To respond on your own website, enter the URL of your response which should contain a link to this post's permalink URL. February 2 to 29 – Black History Month Art Exhibit and Sale © 2000-2020 Pasadena Convention & Visitor Bureau. 679 W. Harriet Street, Altadena, 2:00 p.m. Robinson Park 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave., 7:30 a.m. La Pintoresca Library 1355 Raymond Ave., 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Hill Avenue Branch Library 55 S. Hill Ave., 3:30 p.m. John Muir High School 1905 Lincoln Ave., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fax press release to : (888) 650-9712, James Macpherson, Co-Publisher | [email protected] The community grand marshal was Edna Bluain, a dedicated volunteer with the Black History Parade and Festival Planning Committee for more than 20 years. Celebrate Black History 2020 in Pasadena by attending the parade and other special events, lectures and activities. Sidewalk Café 2057 N. Los Robles Ave., Noon. Celebrate black history, culture and achievements at Pasadena’s 38th annual Black History Parade and Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. Copyright © 2020 City of Pasadena - All Rights Reserved, Pasadena Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation, Before and After School Adventures Program, Red, Black and Green Honors Masquerade Gala, Pasadena Black History Planning Committee. Harvest Rock Church Loses Bid for Indoor Worship Services, Again, Police Say McClain’s DNA Found on Gun at Scene of Officer Involved Shooting, 19 COVID-19 Infections Reported in Pasadena, Newsom Vetoes Worker Protection Bill Despite Pleas From Local Hotel Workers, Home Prices Surge in Many Part of Pasadena. Pasadena Now has been published daily since April, 2004 and is among the very oldest continuously operated community news websites in the U.S. Pasadena Now strives to publish a full spectrum of news and information articles in service to the entire community. La Pintoresca Library 1355 Raymond Ave., 4:00 p.m. February 29 – History of the Black Man Book Discussion & Dominoes Day – Highlighting history of Reverend Joseph Julius Jackson, DD Returning this year is the popular Historically Black College and University (HBCU) College Fair. Your email address will not be published. (626)737-8486 Ext. Hastings Ranch Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. Pasadena continues its Black History Month celebration from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday with the 38th annual Black History Parade and Festival. February 29 – Black History Festival –Pasadena Central Library This black history parade is one of the largest and longest-running in California. Click the image below to enlarge and screenshot. Black history, culture and achievements were celebrated at Pasadena’s 38th annual Black History Parade and Festival on Saturday. The City and volunteer Black History Parade & Festival Planning Committee will present a full schedule of events in celebration of the achievements by Black Americans and in recognition of African Americans in U.S. History. Pasadena’s Black History Parade is one of the largest and longest-running Black History celebrations in Southern California. Robinson Park 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave., 7:30 a.m. February 21 – Senior Night Out • Fair Oaks Avenue between Mountain Street and Woodbury Road, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. This year’s theme was “For the Culture – Celebrating Our Excellence.” The parade featured more than 80 entries, including the Wilson Middle School Drum Corps as the opening performance; Miss Black Pasadena; the Tournament of Roses 2020 Royal Court; marching bands from Pasadena City College Band and Blair, John Muir and Pasadena high schools; musicians; dancers; equestrians; local youth groups; dignitaries; community leaders; and vintage and custom cars.

The parade begins at Fair Oaks Avenue and Figueroa Street in Altadena, then heads south on Fair Oaks Avenue before ending at Pasadena’s Robinson Park, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave., where the festival takes place from noon to 4 p.m. on the north side of the park. • Fair Oaks Avenue between Woodbury Road and Harriet Street, 7 a.m.-noon RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feeds offer another way to get Pasadena Now content. This year’s parade will include over 80 entries including the Wilson Middle School Drum Corps, Miss Black Pasadena, the Tournament of Roses 2020 Royal Court, Pasadena City College Band; Blair, John Muir and Pasadena High School. 82, Aron Bender | [email protected] Your response will then appear (possibly after moderation) on this page. For Advertising, Call (626) 737-8486 Ext. Fun facts: She was editor-in-chief of the UCLA Daily Bruin and one of her early-years investigations was picked up by 60 Minutes.

Pasadena Convention Center East 300 E. Green St., 6:00-8:00 p.m. February 1 to 29 – 100 Years of Service Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Art Exhibit Penny Arévalo has been writing and editing for more years than she hopes her profile photo reveals. Lamanda Park Branch Library 140 S Altadena Drive, 2:30-5:30 p.m. February 6 – Observations in Black, 2020 – Reception and Q & A The 2020 parade and festival are sponsored by Pasadena Tournament of Roses, Pasadena Management Association, Pasadena Black Employees Association, Cricket Wireless, Wells Fargo, Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Merrill Lynch, State Farm and the Pasadena Public Health Department. 801, André Coleman, Managing Editor | [email protected]

A full schedule of events celebrates the achievements of and recognizes African-Americans in U. S. History. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! (Photo by Trevor Stamp, Contributing Photographer), A member of the John Muir High School marching band performs during the annual Pasadena Black History Parade and Festival along Fair Oaks Avenue on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020. Morton Avenue between Mountain Street and Woodbury Road, 9:00 am -5:00 pm.