Posted 10:01 pm Sunday, February 10, 2013
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Berry to speak at Black History Celebration
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Dr. Bertice Berry, a best-selling author, will be the speaker at this year’s Tyler Black History Celebration on Feb. 23, organizers announced.
Dr. Bertice Berry, a best-selling author, will be the speaker at this year’s Tyler Black History Celebration on Feb. 23, organizers announced.
The fundraiser will take place at 7 p.m. in Rose Garden Center.
Ms. Berry, who has doctorate in sociology, has hosted her own nationally syndicated talk show and a live talk show carried on USA cable network. She has appeared on numerous television shows and is the author of best-selling books including “I’m on My Way, But Your Foot is on My Head.”
She is often praised for her abilities to entertain, inspire and educate.
Tickets cost $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and younger, the announcement said.
The dinner is being presented by the African-American Cultural Events Committee. A portion of the funds raised will be donated to benefit sickle cell research and awareness and to fund college scholarships.
Organizers are seeking sponsorships for the event.
To purchase tickets or become a sponsor, call Vicki Jackson at 903-570-1930 or Greg Buckner at 903-592-8973.
She is often praised for her abilities to entertain, inspire and educate.
Tickets cost $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and younger, the announcement said.
The dinner is being presented by the African-American Cultural Events Committee. A portion of the funds raised will be donated to benefit sickle cell research and awareness and to fund college scholarships.
Organizers are seeking sponsorships for the event.
To purchase tickets or become a sponsor, call Vicki Jackson at 903-570-1930 or Greg Buckner at 903-592-8973.
