Community

🎉 Celebrate Juneteenth at the Douglass Mural Praise Fest!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, praise, and community on Wednesday, June 19 from 6:30 PM–8:30 PM at the Douglass Community Mural (1099–901 12th Pl, Plano, TX).

This special Juneteenth event will feature:

• Gospel artist Malik Oliver

• Local church choirs

• Uplifting speakers

• Delicious food vendors
  Let’s come together as a community and celebrate Freedom Day with faith and fellowship!

📍 Learn more at PlanoJuneteenth.com

We want to make you aware of an important opportunity that may benefit individuals or families in need of housing assistance.

The Plano Housing Authority (PHA) has opened its Voucher Waiting List TODAY at 10AM. This is a rare opportunity—the list only opens every 3 to 5 years and will be available for just 3 days, closing Thursday at 3PM.

If you or someone you know may qualify, please review the attached flyer for full details and act quickly. The application can be accessed by scanning the QR code on the flyer with a phone or by visiting the PHA website directly and clicking the “Click Here to Apply” button on the home screen.

Please help us spread the word by forwarding this to anyone in our community—current or former applicants, clients, or families—who may benefit from this opportunity.

Deadline: Thursday at 3:00 PM

Thank you for helping us share this vital information!

Explore the rich history and legacy of the historic Black Douglass Community at this immersive exhibit hosted by the Plano African American Museum. From February 5 to March 29, discover the stories, people, and impact of this vibrant community through engaging displays and narratives.

🗓️ Dates: February 5 - March 29
⏰ Hours: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday
📍 Location: Plano African American Museum, 900 13th Street, Plano, TX 75074
🎟️ Admission: Free

Celebrate the past and honor the voices of a resilient community. Visit this impactful exhibit and take a journey through history!

Join us for an exciting event celebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Black-owned businesses!

📅 Date: February 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 10 AM - 3 PM
📍 Location: 1188 West Broad St., Mansfield, TX 76063

Highlights:

• Meet with admissions and financial aid counselors from HBCUs across the country
• On-the-spot scholarships and admissions (bring your transcripts and test scores!)
• Engaging information sessions
• Divine 9 Greeks representation
• Prize giveaways

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow!

2025 Black History Month Essay Contest – Submissions Now Open!

We’re excited to announce that submissions are now open for the 2025 Black History Month Essay Contest! This year’s theme, “Consequential Beats: Exploring the Role of Music in the Fight for Social Justice,” invites students to dive into the powerful connection between music and social justice movements throughout history.

Eligibility

This contest is open to current 9th-grade male students in the Dallas Metroplex.

Prizes

• 1st Place: $500 monetary award
• 2nd Place: $250 monetary award

Submission Deadline

All essays must be submitted by February 14, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST.

How to Participate

Encourage eligible students to participate and share their perspectives through this inspiring contest.

For complete rules, prizes, and submission details, visit: https://dfwsankofa.org/programs/black-history-month-essay-contest/

Let’s celebrate Black History Month by amplifying young voices and their creative reflections on the role of music in social justice!