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Black History Month
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Feb 8: Brooklyn Black History Maker, William C. Thompson Sr.
Thompson made history when he became the first African-American state senator to represent Brooklyn in 1965.
Feb 8, 2025 10:00 AM
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Feb 7: Black History Maker, Spike Lee
The award-winning director, producer, actor and writer is known for addressing the uncomfortable truths of American politics and race relations.
Feb 7, 2025 8:26 AM
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Feb 6: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Elizabeth A. Gloucester
An abolitionist, land owner and business operator, Gloucester was said to be the wealthiest Black woman in the nation at the time of her death in 1883.
Feb 6, 2025 8:33 AM
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Feb 5: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Chris Rock
Chris Rock has become one of the most successful and well-known stand-ups in modern comedy, earning him the moniker, "funniest man in America."
Feb 5, 2025 8:25 AM
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Feb 4: Brooklyn Black History Maker, June Jordan
Jordan was one of the most widely published and highly acclaimed African-American writers of her generation.
Feb 4, 2025 9:14 AM
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Feb 3: Black History Maker, Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson was a baseball legend who broke racial barriers and earned a place in the Hall of Fame.
Feb 3, 2025 8:18 AM
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Feb 2: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Eddie Murphy
Brooklyn-born Eddie Murphy was listed as one of the "100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time" by Comedy Central.
Feb 2, 2025 10:00 AM
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Feb 1: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Maxwell
Grammy Award-winning artist Maxwell has been credited for spearheading the neo-soul movement.
Feb 1, 2025 11:00 AM
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Feb 28: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Letitia James
Park Slope native Letitia James is the first woman of color to hold statewide office in New York and the first woman elected to the position of New York State Attorney General.
Feb 28, 2024 2:20 AM
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Feb 25: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def
Yasiin Bey has earned a place in entertainment as one of the most prolific actors and musicians of his time.
Feb 25, 2024 10:00 AM
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