FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Sherrell Byrd

229.669.6506
info@wearealbany.com

A Celebration of Black Culture in Albany, GA

ALBANY, GA- As the nation takes notice of Black History during the month of February, the Albany Business
League celebrates Black culture with a two-week long celebration. Most events are free, and all are open to
the public, no matter your race or ethnicity. This is also a unique opportunity for Albanians to support local
Black owned businesses.
“Black History Month raises the collective conscience of all people in America to take a moment to reflect on
African American people whose contributions are interwoven into the fabric of American history. During this
month, we encourage everyone to participate in these events and to get to know someone who is of another
color. This way, you can do your part to encourage inclusiveness in our community, “says Sherrell Byrd,
founder and chair of the Albany Business League. “I also encourage all citizens to shop at locally Black owned
businesses, visit the Albany Civil Rights Institute and even visit a predominately Black faith based institution
with your family, this month and every month.”
Events include:
Block Party- Saturday, February 10, 2018
Street beside Emanuel Church, 1534 E. Broad Ave. | 5:00 PM- Until
The Block Party is the Kickoff event for the Black History Month Celebration! Live Reggae Band, Live DJ, ASU
Gospel Choir, Special guest appearances, Food Trucks, Bouncy Houses, games, Black Owned Business Expo
and more! Fun for the ENTIRE family!

Barbershop Talk- Monday, February 12, 2018

Kut N Edge Barbershop, 1513 Radium Springs Rd. | 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Topic: “You just got pulled over, what happens next?” Calling all BIG guys and little guys! All of the men will
come together for this very important conversation regarding the Black men and law enforcement. What should
you tell your sons? What would you do? Guys ONLY! Admission: 1 children's book for the Barber Bookshelf

Black Panther Exclusive Private Screening Party- Thursday, February 15, 2018
AMC 16 Albany, 2023 Nottingham Way | Doors open at 6:00 PM, Movie begins at 7:00 PM
The Albany Business League is proud to celebrate Black History Month with an exclusive private screening
party for Black Panther! Come and enjoy the excitement of "Black Panther", the most anticipated Afro-
Futuristic Marvel Comic movie of the century! Opening in theaters February 16, fans will have the opportunity
to view the movie the night before the opening night! Come dressed in your wokest Black Panther, African
Attire or Movie-Inspired attire or even CosPlay! And meet VIP guest Adedapo Victor Olaniyan, featured actor in
the movie! Sponsored by Dreams 2 Destinations Travel, Beckhom Behavioral Consulting, Sally's Creek Winery
and Vineyard and the BAM Agency.

Black Love Matters Event- Friday, February 16, 2018

Savoy Bistro and Lounge, 704 Radium Springs Rd. | 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Black love is beautiful, alive and well and we are going to celebrate it! Join us for a night of fun, laughter and
romance with your boo! Play Mentally Stimulate Me Trivia with panel of guest couples! Enjoy sensual spoken
word from local spoken word artists. Grab a delicious dinner and drinks from Savoy! $10 per person admission.
Black Hope Series- Starts Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 5:00 PM and repeats every Sunday, Tuesday
and Saturday until February 25th, 6:00 PM nightly
Emanuel Church, 1534 East Broad Ave.
What is the future for Black people in America? Do you have hope for your future? What is Black or Afro
Futurism? What does God say about all of this? Join us for an interesting conversation around Blackness,
Hope and Faith. Led by Pastor Joshua Nelson of Emanuel Church

Roll Bounce Skate Party- Sunday, February 18, 2018

Stardust 2 Skate Center, 2881 Ledo Rd. | 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Go back in time with the Albany Business League and Albany NEXT for the Roll Bounce Skate party!!! Dress
to impress like it's 1979! Ol' school gear strongly encouraged. Name drop the Albany Business League at the
door to get in for $6! Hosted by Albany NEXT!

The vision of the Albany Business League is to end the disenfranchisement of the vast majority of African
Americans and people of African descent living in Albany, GA. For more information about the Albany
Business League visit www.wearealbany.com. For questions about the Black History Month Celebration, email
info@wearealbany.com or call 229-669-6506.

CALENDAR INFORMATION

WHO: Albany Business League

WHAT: Black History Month Celebration
WHEN: February 10-25, 2018
WHERE: Albany, GA
CONTACT: Sherrell Byrd: (229) 669-6506 or info@wearealbany.com

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