Black History Essay Contest
Feb. 1 - 25
Saturday, 1 - 4 p.m.
FREE
Ages 7 - 17
In honor of Black History Month, youth ages 17 and under will receive a chance to participate in an essay contest. Participants will be required to select a well-known person from the Civil Rights movement or event which best describe the struggle of a people. Essays must be a minimum of 500 words and cover a person or event which made a positive impact on the history of a people. The contest will conclude with an oral presentation. Prizes will be awarded to the top three participants.
Black History Month Kick-Off (Quiz Show)
Wednesday, Feb. 1
6 - 8:30 p.m.
FREE
To start Black History Month, there will be a game show where the participants answer questions about various events during and after the time of slavery. The winner will receive a prize for their efforts.
Red, Black and Green Ball
Friday, Feb. 10
6 - 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Ages 7 - 17
The Red, Black & Green Ball is a formal social event for the celebration of Black History Month. Youth participating to the event will be expected to dress for the occasion. All participants in attendance must wear ear red, black and/or green to represent the African American flag and be admitted in the function. Music and refreshment will be provided.
Valentine's Day Sweetheart Dance
Tuesday, Feb. 14
6 - 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Ages 7 - 17
This is a time for sweethearts to show their appreciation for one another by spending quality time together. There will be music, fun, games, prizes and refreshments
Youth Talent Night
Friday, Feb. 17
6 - 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Ages 7 - 17
Can you dance, play an instrument, sing a song or recite poetry? If yes, Come and showcase your talents. Participants will be judged on creativity and originality. Prizes will be given for the top three places.
Art Fair and Contest
Feb. 21 - 25
6 - 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Ages 7 - 17
Calling all artists! Come and showcase your best work. This is a competition to determine the most creative and original art. Ribbons will be given for the top three places. Art will be on display at Garrison Center.
Spring Break Mardi Gras Party
Friday, Feb. 24
6 - 8:30 p.m.
FREE
Ages 15 and under
Celebrating the start of Mardi Gras and spring break with a carnival type atmosphere. The party will consist of games, music, fun and plenty of food to follow Fat Tuesday. There will also be a prize for the person that wins the most bead necklaces during the games session of the party.
It's a Puppet Carnivale
Garrison Community Center, 1124 E. 5th St.
Saturday, March 3
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
FREE
An interactive puppet spectacle. Step right up! See the marvels of the amazing StoneLion Puppet Carnivale, an interactive spectacle of puppetry, music and dance celebrating the planet we live on. A side show of fun. Get your fortune told at Mother Nature’s fortune-telling booth, crawl into the mini puppet tent to see the smallest adventures, visit the tattoo man, create your own puppet at the craft wagon, play the Eco Game Show to win prizes and learn how to help your environment or explore the Extinct animal train full of the wonder of those that have gone before. Larger than life puppets will roam among jugglers, stilt walkers, musicians and YOU! Join in the fun. Learn about your planet. Visit the Carnivale!
