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The 2019 Langston Hughes

Youth Oratorical Contest

Categories: Winners in Each Category:

GRADES 6 - 8 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place

GRADES 9 -12 $500 $300 $200

First 4 runners up will receive $100

Contestants

Middle School HighSchool

Danovan Golding, Jr. Yisrael Austin

Bel Air Middle School Havre de Grace High School

Sydney Lewis Desmond McAllister

Patterson Mill Middle School Edgewood High School

Nii Odartey Sampson Eliana Peyton

Havre de Grace Middle School Aberdeen High School

Saturday, February 2, 2019

from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The Cultural Center at the Opera House

121 N. Union Avenue

Havre de Grace, MD 21078

The Event is Free to the Public

(Scholarships are paid by a sponsor. No donations or grants are used to fund the awards.)

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BLACK HISTORY 2PART CELEBRATION

SATURDAY, FEBUARY 2, 2019

The Havre de Grace Colored School Foundation (CSF) and the Iota Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. (INC-OPP, Inc.) are kicking off Black History Month with a 2Part Celebration.

Part 1:

The INC-OPP, Inc. presents the 11th Annual Black History Month Book Dedication

Featuring Charles P. Summers

Author of Gentlemen's Guide To Tailored Clothing Style

The Havre de Grace Public Library

120 N. Union Avenue, Havre De Grace, MD 21078

Saturday, 10:30 AM –12:00 PM

Part 2:

The CSF presents the 2019 Langston Hughes Youth

Oratorical Contest

The Cultural Center at the Opera House

121 N. Union Avenue, Havre de Grace, MD 21078

Saturday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Both Events Are Free to the Public

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Phenomenal Woman

With a little help from strong women like writer/activist Ruby Dee, songstress Phoebe Snow and Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Ami Brabson explores the many facets of being a phenomenal woman.

This evening of music, poetry and storytelling celebrates women who have dared to speak their minds.

As a special tribute, the CSF will honor the following distinguish alums from the Havre de Grace Colored School for their life’s accomplishments, integrity and demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of civic and social responsibility.

The list of honorees will include:

Mrs. Catherine Burks

Mrs. Cora Fleming

Mrs. Janice Grant

Ms. Mabel Hart

Ms. Cynthia Laurie

Mrs. Christine Tolbert

Saturday, March 16, 2019

The Cultural Center at the Opera House

121 N. Union Avenue

Havre de Grace, MD 21078

2pm to 4:30pm

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https://hdgoperahouse.org/event/phenomenal-woman/

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The 2019 Arts, Wine & Jazz Fest

Join us at the 3rd Annual Arts, Wine & Jazz Fest along the beautiful Susquhanna River.

Saturday, August 3, 2019

Susquehanna Lock House Museum

Havre de Grace, Md 21078

Additional Details TBD.

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T-shirt Style #1

This stylish t-shirt also features a segment of the Langston Hughes poem "Dreams" which reads, “Hold fast to dreams for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.” The inscription under the poem reads "The Havre de Grace Colored School Foundation...Honoring the Legacy of Those Who Came Before Us."

All proceeds will go to saving the HdG Colored High School that is currently pending sale.

$20 per shirt

T-shirt Style #2

This stylish t-shirt features a segment of the Langston Hughes poem "Dreams" which reads, “Hold fast to dreams for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.” The inscription under the poem reads "The Havre de Grace Colored School Foundation...Honoring the Legacy of Those Who Came Before Us."

All proceeds will go to saving the HdG Colored High School that is currently pending sale.

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2018 Arts, Wine & Jazz Fest Fundraiser

Led by Vera and Emmitt "Joe" Fletcher, members of Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Pi Lambda Lambda Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. galvanized the community and raised more than $13,000 for the Havre de Grace Colored School Foundation.

The members of Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (PWCAC-DST, Inc.) teamed with Pi Lambda Lambda Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (PLL, Inc.) to raise more than $13,000 to save the Havre de Grace (HdG) Colored School.

Vera Fletcher, a member of PWCAC, and her husband Emmitt Fletcher, a member of PLL, spearheaded the effort to help the Foundation preserve the Havre de Grace Colored School. Vera and Joe sent emails and made countless phone calls to bring attention to this noteworthy cause. They hosted a Gumbo & More Fundraiser that raised $2,000 in one day. In less than two weeks, Joe and Vera, the Sorors of PWCAC and the Brothers of PLL helped to raise more than $13,000. A job well done!

The Ladies of Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

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The Brothers of Pi Lambda Lambda Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

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Emmitt "Joe" Fletcher and Vera Fletcher

Emmitt "Joe" Fletcher and Vera Fletcher spearheaded the effort to help the Colored School Foundation raise the pruchase price of the school. They sent emails and made countless phone calls to bring attention to this noteworthy cause. They hosted a Gumbo & More Fundraiser that raised $2,000 in one day. In less than two weeks, Joe and Vera, the Brothers of PLL and the Sorors of PWCAC raised more than $13,000.

Vera and Emmitt "Joe" Fletcher hosted a Gumbo & More Fundrasier that raised more than $2,000 in one day for the Havre de Grace Colored School Founation.

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Gumbo & More Fundraiser

Vera and her husband Emmitt "Joe " Fletcher held a "Gumbo & More Fundraiser"to benefit the Colored School Foundation.

The one day event raised more $2,000 for the Colored School Foundation.

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A Night of History

Eighth grade students from Havre de Grace Middle School held "A Night of History" to raise money and awareness for the Havre de Grace Colored School Foundation.

The family-friendly event included a silent auction, a concession, and other fun-filled activities. The students set a goal of $2,000 for the evening, but they raised a remarkable $4,500. All proceeds directly benefited the foundation.

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Havre de Grace Middle School, 8th Grade Class

The students from the Havre de Grace Middle School raised a remarkable $4,500 to benefit the Havre de Grace Colored School.

Well Done!

2018 Langston Hughes Youth Oratorical Contest

To honor the Havre de Grace (HdG) Colored School's historic ties to Langston Hughes, the HdG Colored School Foundation hosted the 2018 Langston Hughes Youth Oratorical Contest on February 24, 2018, at Helping Hands Ministries, 3237 Level Rd, Churchville, MD 21028.

Six students performed original works inspired by Langston Hughes’ poem “Dreams." The students won scholarships ranging from $100 to $500. The event was sponsored by Dr. Roosevelt Barfield, DBA.

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The 2018 Langston Hughes Youth Oratorical Contestants

The Winners of the 2018 Langston Hughes Youth Oratorical Contest

Middle School Contestants:

Ms. Nia Marie Webb

First Place Winner

8th Grade, Aberdeen Middle School

Mr. Ryan L. Parrish

Second Place Winner

7th Grade, Magnolia Middle School

Mr. Benjamin Davis

Third Place Winner

7th Grade, Trinity Lutheran Christian School

High School Contestants:

Ms. Yisrael Raven Austin

First Place Winner

11th Grade, Havre de Grace High School

Ms. Nia Simone Hammett

Second Place Winner

12th Grade, Edgewood High School

Mr. Josce Fanny

Third Place Winner

11th Grade, Center for Educational Opportunity

Runners Up

Mr. Micah Davis 12th Grade, Harford technical high school

Mr. Nayimb Joyner 12th Grade, Aberdeen High School

Ms. Riya Patel 11th Grade, Bel Air High School

Mr. James Webb, Jr. 12th Grade, Edgewood High School

What people are saying

“A wonderful day and awesome turnout for the first (hopefully annual) Wine and Jazz Fest,” says Donna Lewis of Bel Air.

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The HdG Colored School Prayer Breakfast Fundraiser

The HdG Colored School Foundation hosted its first fundraiser on January 28, 2017. Serving as keynote speaker was Bishop Roger L. Tatuem, Helping Hands Ministries.