"Do Not Look Where You Fell, But Where You Slipped." - Ghanian / Liberian Proverb
The 2026 Alexandria People's Assembly Community African American Studies Series continues this Sunday, commemorating Black August by listening to the deep wisdom of our elders at this pivotal moment in Alexandria, Northern Virginia and United States History. "Those Who Cannot Remember The Past Are Condemned To Repeat It" - George Santayana
Black Leaders ’73 Roundtable Discussion
Sunday August 30th
2:00pm
Charles Houston Recreation Center
901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Space is Limited. RSVP in Advance.
The 2026 Alexandria People's Assembly Community African American Studies Series continues this Sunday, commemorating Black August by listening to the deep wisdom of our elders at this pivotal moment in Alexandria, Northern Virginia and United States History. "Those Who Cannot Remember The Past Are Condemned To Repeat It" - George Santayana
Black Leaders ’73 Roundtable Discussion
Sunday August 30th
2:00pm
Charles Houston Recreation Center
901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Space is Limited. RSVP in Advance.
Follow the Path of Liberty: The Forgotten Story of the Battle for Black Freedom in England & the Americas During the War for American Independence
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This African American Studies Course will serve as an introduction to African American history, culture, and contributions to the world. Participants will engage in thought provoking conversation and review literature that highlights themes such as the African diaspora, the transatlantic slave trade, cultural expression, resistance, and the rise of African Americans to political power.
This course is designed for community members with a willingness to learn, speak truth to power, and think critically. Presented by Mr. Ra Alim Shabazz, founder of Nubian Tutoring Institute LLC and hosted by The Alexandria People's Assembly REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE This is a 10 Week Course presented in a HYBRID format. Classes are held Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:00pm-730pm For All Other Sessions Tuesday Sessions are held In Person at Charles Houston Recreation Center Thursday Sessions are Virtual on Zoom |