| History of Black Cinema February 19, 2009 7 p.m. The history of black cinema from its beginnings through the 1920s will be highlighted during the Kenilworth Historical Society�s Feb. 19 Black History Month Celebration. The general public is invited to attend the event, which will be held at 7 p.m. at the Kenilworth Seniors� Center, 526 Boulevard, Kenilworth, N.J. Admission is free. Participants will learn about the early days of black cinema and have an opportunity to view original short films featuring such renowned black performers as Bessie Smith, Cab Calloway and Lena Horne. The program also will feature a performance of African music by the David Brearley Middle/High School Master Singers. Light refreshments will be served. Parking and entrance to the Kenilworth Seniors� Center located at the rear of the building. For further information, please call 908-709-0434. The Kenilworth Historical Society is an independent, non-profit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to the research, preservation and interpretation of local history and culture. Its regular meetings, open to the general public, are held on the third Thursday of each month, except July and August, starting at 7 p.m., at the Kenilworth Seniors� Center. Visitors are welcome. |