This Black History Month the city of Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine once again hosts ...

Maya Angelou, a celebrated poet and activist, overcame adversity to become an iconic voice. Her powerful writings on identity, trauma, and hope, particularly in "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," ...

A Tony-winning musical, the U.S. premiere of an Emmy winner's play, a poetry festival, and more in this week's top arts events in the Sarasota area.

Our roundup of events this week includes book signings, poetry readings, music, black history month events, midwinter vacation activities for the family, and more.

Maya poet and activist Pedro Uc Be continues to write about the history of his people, and to help fight for their rights.

The Wichita Public Library has chosen "Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude" by Ross Gay as its 2026 community read. The event kicks off in March.

Since launching in 2024, The Closers has recognized over 40 Black leaders whose efforts address systemic inequities. The list ...

Maya was born on March 28, 2011 in San Diego, CA. Since birth, Maya was a sidekick to her older sister (Olivia) to all of her auditions and bookings. That changed in December of 2014, when Maya asked ...

President Barack Obama awards the 2010 Presidential Medal of Freedom to Dr. Maya Angelou in a ceremony in the East Room of the White House, Feb. 15, 2011. Credit: Lawrence Jackson UPDATE: The Little ...