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February is Black History Month
DC 37 Black History Month Calendar 2008

The District Council 37 Black History Committee invites all members and their families to join in celebrating Black History Month. The ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Feb.1, will focus on this year’s theme, “The Real Us: Preserving Our History.” Family Day on Sat., Feb. 9, will feature workshops from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with registration starting at 9 a.m. The “Get Your Money Right” financial seminar is open to everyone looking to gain better control over their finances.Throughout the month, union locals will host cultural events, featuring live entertainment, films and guest speakers. So check the calendar below and be sure to attend Finale Night, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 29, for an exciting evening. For more information, please call your local president, Committee Chair Kevin Smith at 212-815-1655 or Co-chair Cynthia Chin-Marshall at 212-815-1305. All events are at 6 p.m. unless otherwise listed.

Friday, February 1,
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
and Local 371

Tuesday, February 5, Local 983
Wednesday, February 6, Local 768
Thursday, February 7, Local 2627
Friday, February 8, Locals 420 and 1070
Saturday, February 9, Family Day
Monday, February 11, Local 1407
Tuesday, February 12 , Retirees Association, 11 a.m.
Wednesday, February 13, Financial Seminar
Thursday, February 14, Political Action
Fri.-Mon., Feb. 15-18, Black and Puerto Rican Legislative Caucus
Tuesday, February 19, Local 957
Wednesday, February 20, Local 375
Friday, February 22, Local 372
Monday, February 25, Local 154
Wednesday, February 27, Local 1655
Thursday, February 28, Local 1549

Friday, February 29,
Finale Night