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Join AARPNY in celebration of Black History Month!

Posted on 02/02/23 by Andre Hidalgo

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This February, AARP members and guests are invited to join us for a month-long celebration of Black History Month. AARPNY has a multitude of events - both virtual and in-person that you don't want to miss out on. See a list below of all the available opportunities. Register for the ones you're interested in to receive event reminders and updates!

1. February 18, 2023: Albany New York | Black/Hispanic/Puerto Rican/Asian Caucus Legislative Weekend

Visit the AARP New York Booth at the 52nd annual legislative conference in Albany of February 18th from 9AM to 6PM on the concourse of the Empire State Plaza. This annual gathering features a vendor fair, public policy workshops, receptions with legislators, and entertainment events. For more information on how to attend, go here: NYSABPRLINC.

2. February 28, 2023 from 2PM to 3PM | A History of Black Health in America Tele-Town Hall

Join AARP NY for this conversation with physicians and medical experts about the history of black health in America and the impact that decades of health disparities have had on black communities today. The call-in number will be posted on this page a week before the event.

3. February: All Month Long | New York City Radio Personalities Celebrate Black History Month

All month long in February, a host of NYC radio personalities will share videos on the AARP New York Facebook page telling us why they celebrate Black History Month. Click on the links below to watch their videos or view them on our AARP New York Facebook page each week.

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1. DJ Mister Cee: 94.7 The Block

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2. Nicky Sunshine: 108 Soul NY

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3. Helen Little: 106.7 Lite FM

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4. Toya Beasley: 94.7 "The Block"

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5. Dr. Bob Lee: 107.5 WBLS

4. February: All Month Long | New York Legislators Celebrate Black History Month

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For the month of February, local, state, and federal elected officials are joining AARP New York to celebrate Black History Month by telling us why they chose a public service career and why it’s important to them to celebrate Black History Month. Click here to read more.

Share this page with your family and friends to join in on all of these activities.

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