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07/19/2026

🎉 We’re excited to announce that African American Society is back as an Official Vendor at the Black Wall Street Festival 2026!

Be sure to stop by our booth to meet our team, learn about our mission, and discover the exclusive perks of becoming a member. While you’re there, grab some of our official merchandise and represent a movement that’s committed to empowering and uplifting our community.

We can’t wait to celebrate culture, entrepreneurship, and Black excellence with you. Come visit us—we’d love to connect!

06/13/2026

Looking for something inspiring to do this weekend?

Today, the North Hartford Partnership is transforming sustainability from a conversation into an experience at the Sustainability Fair at the Connecticut Convention Center.

Whether you're curious about emerging technologies, exploring new career opportunities, or simply looking for a fun family-friendly outing, there is something for everyone. From an electric two-seater airplane and a sustainable fashion show to a job fair and interactive exhibits, the event showcases innovative ideas shaping the future of our communities.

Best of all, admission is free!

📍 Connecticut Convention Center 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT

Come see what a more sustainable future can look like, and how you can be part of it!

06/13/2026

Looking for something inspiring to do this weekend?

Today, the North Hartford Partnership is transforming sustainability from a conversation into an experience at the Sustainability Fair at the Connecticut Convention Center.

Whether you're curious about emerging technologies, exploring new career opportunities, or simply looking for a fun family-friendly outing, there is something for everyone. From an electric two-seater airplane and a sustainable fashion show to a job fair and interactive exhibits, the event showcases innovative ideas shaping the future of our communities.

Best of all, admission is free!

📍 Connecticut Convention Center 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT

Come see what a more sustainable future can look like, and how you can be part of it!!

05/27/2026

Black Joy.
Fresh Air.
Community in Motion.

Black Birders Week. Join the Walk.

The African American Society (AAS) is excited to kick off our first community event of the summer in partnership with the Connecticut Land Conservation Council (CLCC). This is an incredible opportunity to gather, connect, and experience the outdoors together during Black Birders Week!

Join us on Friday, May 29th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM for a guided bird walk along the beautiful Farmington Canal Trail led by Yaw Owusu Darko and Vanessa Daye.

This is more than just a walk — it’s a chance to reclaim space in nature, build community, slow down, laugh, learn, and celebrate Black joy outdoors together. Whether you are an experienced birder or have never picked up binoculars before, we want YOU there.

We are hoping for a strong AAS turnout to help launch an exciting summer of community-building, outdoor exploration, and meaningful connection. Bring a friend, invite family, and come be part of something special with us!

When: Friday, May 29th 2026

Time: 10AM - 12PM (Noon)

Where: Meet at Family Dollar - 1245 Dixwell Ave Hamden, CT 06514

🌞🖤🌱

Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T7Q87NWlM1VgfB3RacGF8gEyznM8mLoaYMvIXh507tU/edit?usp=drivesdk

05/27/2026

Black Joy.
Fresh Air.
Community in Motion.

Black Birders Week. Join the Walk.

Join us on Friday, May 29th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM for a guided bird walk along the beautiful Farmington Canal Trail led by Yaw Owusu Darko and Vanessa Daye.

This is more than just a walk — it’s a chance to reclaim space in nature, build community, slow down, laugh, learn, and celebrate Black joy outdoors together. Whether you are an experienced birder or have never picked up binoculars before, we want YOU there.

We are hoping for a strong AAS turnout to help launch an exciting summer of community-building, outdoor exploration, and meaningful connection. Bring a friend, invite family, and come be part of something special with us!

When: Friday, May 29th 2026

Time: 10AM - 12PM (Noon)

Where: Meet at Family Dollar - 1245 Dixwell Ave Hamden, CT 06514

🌞🖤🌱

Sign up using our Linktree, located in our bio!! See you this Friday!!

02/23/2026

Today We Honor: Maya Angelou

Maya Angelou used her life experiences to speak boldly about struggle, identity, and resilience — empowering generations along the way.
Through powerful works like I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, she broke barriers by confronting racism, trauma, and silence with honesty and courage, while always emphasizing survival, growth, and hope.
Her legacy as a poet and activist reminds us that our voices matter — and that even in our hardest moments, strength and resilience can rise. 🖤✨

02/19/2026

Today We Honor: Marcus Garvey — a visionary leader who championed Black pride, unity, and self-determination.
As the founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA), he built one of the largest Black-led movements in history, encouraging people of African descent to embrace self-reliance and global solidarity. Through the Black Star Line and The Negro World newspaper, he promoted economic independence, political awareness, and Pan-Africanism.
His legacy lives on in the red, black, and green flag — a symbol of strength, resilience, and identity.
Garvey’s message still echoes today: know your worth, take pride in who you are, and work together for collective progress. ✊🏾🖤💚❤️

02/18/2026