Library sponsors two events to honor Black History Month

By CHARLES W. JOHNSON / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard

WOLFORD

In recognition of Black History Month, Magness Library is sponsoring two events spotlighting the contributions of African-Americans to our literature and music, as well as their endeavors in defense of our nation.

First will be an open house at the library starting at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, where Wayne Wolford will exhibit his historical research on black military veterans along with a display of books by black authors.

Following the open house there will be a concert at First United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. featuring the Clark United Methodist Church Choir.

Octavian Womack, a student at Warren County High School and one of the scholarship winners in this year’s African-American Athletic and Scholarship Banquet, will be the featured speaker for the program.

Library officials feel the programs give the community a chance to celebrate black history on a local level.

“It’s a fine way to draw attention to the contributions black Americans have made to our history and our culture,” said library director Mary Robbins.

The public is invited to both events. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact the library at 473-2428.