‘Black Rose Awards’

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JhuMaani Chess then sang a stirring National Anthem. Makeda Fransico then led the attendees in singing the Black National Anthem. With opening agenda items done, honorees and guests enjoyed an Italian-themed dinner.

World-famous Black artist Charles A. Bibbs donated limited edition prints of his work to the Black Rose awardees and his original signed work to Foundation co-founder Jim King.

“This year’s Award Gala is held in honor of Rosa Parks’ birthday,” said Black Rose Committee Co-Chair Jim King.

The Foundation paid tribute posthumously to four stalwarts of community contributions that had passed away since the last in-person Gala before the pandemic: Dr. Margaret Hill and Senior Black Rose Kings Don Griggs, Jimmy Jews, and Jess Nichols. Black Rose Committee members Erika Johnson and Terrance Stone then presented the newly renamed Dr. Margaret Hill Black Rose Young Adult Inspiration Awards and scholarships to Liyah Belvins, a student at California Baptist University majoring in psychology, and Prince Ogidikpe, a recent graduate with a bachelor’s is part of Palm Canyon Theatre’s new Cabaret Fundraising Series, which is running this season with a variety of one-night-only performances. Performers donate their time and talents, and each unique show supports the 26-yearold nonprofit theatre, its degree from Cal State San Bernardino, now working with Assemblymember Eloise Reyes.

“The Black Cultural Foundation prides itself on having presented more than 125 scholarships to students over the years,” said Black Rose Committee Co-Chair Kristine Scott.

The Foundation recognized its 2023 Black Rose Awards honorees: Gloria Macias Harrison, cofounder of the El Chicano newspaper and Board of Trustees member for the San Bernardino Valley Community College District; Deborah Robertson, Mayor of the City of Rialto with 22 years of service to the City of Rialto; and Linda D. Wright, veteran nonprofit organization leader. Black Culture Foundation co-founder and past president Jim King then presented greenery. The humidity in the bathroom is excellent for ferns, air plants, prayer plants, and a variety of other tropical plants. You’ll enjoy this splash of greenery when stepping out of the shower or tub. education programs, and the culture it cultivates in the Coachella Valley. The Cabaret begins at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15. All tickets are $30. Group discounts are available. For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, or other information, call the PCT the Jim King Black Rose Corporate Award to Dignity Health Community Hospital of San Bernardino. Roz Nolan, the hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer, and Dr. Ruby Skinner, Chief Medical Officer, accepted the award.

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Christie “Mirraje” Malone treated the audience to another musical interlude, singing an original composition with the crowd moving with her rhythms.

Mirraje’s experience singing with the likes of Stevie Wonder and Salt and Pepper shone brightly as she brought people to their feet in appreciation.

Rose Mayes received the 2023 Juanita H. Scott Humanitarian of the Year award. Mayes is the Executive Director of the Fair Housing Council of Riverside County. Her passion and commitment to promoting fair opportunities, regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability, have born noteworthy results.

Mayes’s contributions include being co-founder of the Eleanor Jean Grier Leadership Academy, cofounder and past president of the Riverside Black Historical Society, and co-founder and co-chair of The Group, a grassroots public policy advocacy forum addressing community issues affecting Riverside’s people.

Black Culture Foundation President Arlington Rodgers Jr. delivered the epilogue to the event, noting the Foundation’s achievements and continuing aspirations, a fitting summary, and a conclusion to an entertaining and successful event.

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