Black History Month Celebration & Fundraiser
The Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women's Empowerment invites you to join us for our annual Black History Month Celebration & Fundraiser: Honouring the Legacy, Re-imagining the Future: Celebrating Black Achievements & Advancing Justice.
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Venue: Famous People Players (343 Evans Avenue, Etobicoke ON)
Featuring…
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Remarks by the Honourable. Dr. Jean Augustine, former MP for Etobicoke-Lakeshore and the architect of Black History Month in Canada.
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A keynote speech by award-winning playwright and author of Da Kink in My Hair, Trey Anthony.
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Performances by Jean Augustine Centre participants and spoken word artist, Coco LaRain Veira.
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A catered brunch prepared by celebrity Chef, Michael Woods
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An opportunity to shop from Black-owned vendors and businesses.
Ticket Pricing
Individual Ticket (Early Bird Special) - $50.00
Group Ticket (Early Bird Special) - $175.00
Save $25 on the regular price when you buy a group ticket. Valid for 4 people.
Individual (General Admission) - $60.00
Group Ticket (General Admission) - $210.00
Save $30 on the regular price when you buy a group ticket. Valid for 4 people.
All proceeds from ticket sales will support the Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women's Empowerment and our programs and workshops that help girls and young women 7-17 empower themsleves.