Saskatchewan African Canadian Heritage Museum

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YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS! Join us online to view the recorded production followed by a live panel discussion with playwright Beau Dixon, cast, and crew and moderated by Kris Alvarez. To participate is FREE! Fill in the form (located on Theatre Saska event Fb page) and they will send you a link on Wednesday, February 24th after 5pm (CST). LINK IN BIO! This show is a co-production between Theatre Saskatchewan Inc and Saskatchewan African Canadian Heritage Museum. Theatre Sa...skatchewan is funded by Sask Lotteries and is a proud member of SaskCulture. Our production sponsor is !KS LIVE! and are thankful for the support of TD. Cast & Crew: Viola Desmond: Dominga Robinson Irene Sweeney/Theatre Usher: Abbey Thiessen Elmo Langille: Mathew Derowiz Mechanic/Theatre Manager: Andrew Linsley Theatre Cashier: Theresa Smith Director/ Fight Director: Erin Brophy

Sending Monday Blessings to all of our supporters, friends and followers! Stay tuned for an announcement later today regarding KWANZAA 2020 celebrations! *Photo credit unknown

Here are some links to the unveiling of the plaque for Shiloh Baptist Church https://thestarphoenix.com//the-hub-of-first-black-settlem https://thestarphoenix.com/news/local-news/__trashed-2... https://saskatoon.ctvnews.ca/sask-history-recognized-at-shi https://ca.news.yahoo.com/shiloh-church-receives-historic-p https://www.ckom.com//church-from-saskatchewans-first-bla/

SACHM Friends and Family, please join us in sending a huge thank you to Creative Saskatchewan for providing the funding that made it possible to publish the Fre...nch edition of Li'l Shadd, Ti-Shadd. SACHM is so thankful for the continued support of our community partners, Thank you! creativesask

Happy Friday SACHM Fam! Today’s feature goes to Kazia Katende! Kazia is a mother of 6 and a youth worker. She has lived in Regina for 13 years and is passionate about the well being of others. An activist involved with The Congolese Organization of Calgary, Alberta, Kazia brings awareness to the trials faced by many Congolese women. Kazia works to empower young women and girls and continue her work through SACHM as well. Thank you Kazia for all that you do!

Happy Feature Friday Friends!! Today, SACHM would like to feature, Larry Hesterman, SACHM's newest board member! A semi-retired businessman, Larry has served on many boards including the Bob Adam's Foundation and is a former board member and executive director of the Royal Saskatchewan Museum. His involvement in many philanthropic endeavors and commitment to displaying SACHM material in museums throughout Saskatchewan as well as his business acumen has added great value to our SACHM board. Outside of this, Larry is a Masters swimmer and track athlete. He enjoys traveling, conducting business and spending time with family. Thank you Larry & welcome to the SACHM Board!

Have you heard? The Saskatchewan Network for Art Collecting will host a Black History Month Art Auction in February 2021, featuring artworks by Black artists and celebrating Black subjects. Learn more at the NAC website - http://www.sknac.ca/index.php?page=NewsDetail&id=108

Happy Feature Friday! Today SACHM would like to feature our very own Phil Price! Phil enjoyed an 8-year career in professional football playing for the NFL & CF...L with the Oakland Raiders, Montreal Alouettes, Edmonton Eskimos and finally as a Defensive Back for the Saskatchewan Roughriders. In semi-retirement he sparked his love of painting & owns Philly’s Painting in Regina. Phil has 4 daughters, 4 grandchildren and one step-son. Phil and his wife Joan are happily enjoying their semi-retirement in Saskatchewan. Thank you Phil for your membership and service to SACHM since 2011. Have wonderful Friday! Go Riders! See more

Happy Feature Friday SACHM FAM! SACHM would like to introduce you to our board member, Michelle James Machazire! As a Black American whose maternal Eve’s roots go back to Africa, Michelle has always been intrigued by the beauty and culture of the African and Caribbean society.... A native of Birmingham, Alabama and a resident of Canada since 2007, she enjoys being a Community Volunteer at Soul Harbour Rescue Mission , The Regina REALM Foundation and Dr. Perry Elementary School. Michelle is an active member of the Links Incorporated, The Girl Friends Incorporated, P.E.O. and the Council of St. Marks Lutheran Church. Thank you for Michelle!

Happy Feature Friday everyone! Today, SACHM is proud to feature our very own Davy Sage! A Nigerian born recording artist and performer, Davy has made his mark on the music scene in Saskatchewan across Canada. A member of the SACHM board since 2019, Davy brings a vibrant and energetic perspective to the SACHM Team. Thank you for all that you do and keep on shining!

Happy Feature Friday! SACHM would like to Feature one of our Directors, Davy Sage! A Nigerian born recording artist & songwriter, Davy has made his mark on the Saskatchewan and Canadian music scene. Featured on many major Canadian networks and performing at major music festivals such as the Canadian Music and Art Fest, AfroFest, The Cathedral Arts festival and many more, Davy brings a unique musical experience to the stage. A proud board member of SACHM since 2019, we thank you Davy for all of your hard work!

Happy Feature Friday Everyone! Today SACHM would like to feature our very own, Phil Price! Phile enjoyed an 8-year career in professional football playing for the NFL & CFL with the Oakland Raiders, Montreal Alouettes, Edmonton Eskimos and finally as a Defensive Back for the Saskatchewan Roughriders.... In semi-retirement he sparked his love of painting and owns Philly’s Painting in Regina. Phil has 4 daughters, 4 grandchildren and one step-son. Phil and his wife Joan are happily enjoying their semi-retirement in Saskatchewan. Thank you Phil for your continued commitment to SACHM since 2011!

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