Pine Bluff Interested Citizens for Voter Registration Inc. (PBICVR) will honor Black History during the Coffee with the Chiefs Community Program.
The program will be held from 9-10:15 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, in the main lobby/foyer of the police department at the Pine Bluff Civic Center Complex, 200 E. Eighth Ave.
The February program will focus on “Breaking Barriers,” the 2020 National History Day theme. Local African Americans who broke barriers in Pine Bluff city government will be highlighted, according to a news release.
“Breaking Barriers is one of three thematic focus areas for the signature program of the 400 Years of African American History Commission (YAAHC) being implemented throughout this academic school year,” said the Rev. Jesse C. Turner, PBICVR executive director and 400 YAAHC Partner.
Coffee with the Chiefs also reaches out to the clergy because of their position and ability to share information with their congregations. The monthly program also provides an opportunity for members of law enforcement and fire safety officials to directly connect and interact with faith leaders and community residents. Pine Bluff mayor and city council members have the opportunity to share reports, updates and other information.
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The Pine Bluff Distinguished Service Awards are presented which recognize residents, law enforcement, fire and emergency services, city and county personnel for exceptional service provided to the public, according to the news release.
The news release also mentioned that Pine Bluff High School students are expected to participate in the National History Day regional competition in March at the University of Arkansas at Monticello for the opportunity to compete in the national competition later in the year.
Details: Rev. Jesse C. Turner, executive director, Pine Bluff Interested Citizens for Voter Registration, Inc., www.pbicvrpenorpencil.com or 870-730-1131.