08/02/2026
🎉 Congratulations to Our Founder, Beverly F. Smith! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating our Founder and Executive Director, Beverly F. Smith, on the publication of her latest article, “The Legacy of Woody Ward,” in the AFRO American Newspapers! Her article highlights the lasting impact of the late Woody Ward and the importance of preserving the stories of community leaders who have shaped Washington, D.C. (AFRO American Newspapers)
📖 Read the article here:
https://afro.com/woody-ward-rec-center-legacy/
And the great news doesn’t stop there! Beverly is already working on her next feature, celebrating The Players Lounge Restaurant as they mark 50 years of serving the community with great soul food, warm hospitality, and unwavering support for organizations like Momma’s Safe Haven.
We are incredibly proud of Beverly’s commitment to telling the stories that matter and preserving the rich history of our community through journalism.
👏 Congratulations, Beverly! Your voice continues to educate, inspire, and leave a lasting legacy. Beverly F. Smith / authorbsmith 💛
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