An Afternoon Honoring Lester Anthony
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12th Annual Community Service Appreciation Celebration Features Dr. Francys Johnson, Esq.
Rev. Dr. Francys Johnson, Esq.
Noted Civil Rights Attorney, preacher and educator Rev. Dr. Francys Johnson will be the keynote speaker at the 12th Annual Meeting and Community Service Appreciation Reception-Luncheon of the Hungry Club Forum of Savannah, Inc. (HCFS). The event will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018, in the Eden Room Banquet Center of the Temple of
the partnership between Education and Economic Development. “On Becoming the Change that We Want to See: Launching and Assessing Initiatives Locally for Our Future Prosperity” is the HCFS standing theme of the event which brings together business, elected and appointed officials, clergy, educators and neighborhood leaders interested in generating dialogue and plans of action on initiatives designed to improve the quality of life of the total community. According to Kimberly G. Middleton, HCFS President, the body of work of Dr. Francys Johnson has been a great asset to communities across the state and nation. His track record is a shining example reflecting the HCFS’ continuing focus on the partnership between education and economic development. He is a proven servant-leader who has served in ordained ministry for more than eighteen years. He serves as Senior Minister at the Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Pembroke, Georgia and the Magnolia Baptist Church near Brooklet, Georgia.
Glory, located at 1105 Stiles Avenue, at W. Gwinnett Street, in Savannah, GA. The community education and issues forum’s Annual Meeting will begin at 10:00 AM, the reception-luncheon will follow at 11:30 AM. The coveted 2018 Washington-Walker Community Service Appreciation Award will also be presented to one whose See Hungry Club - Page 4A efforts have strengthened
Raw IImage Presents: The Art of Richard Law with a Spring of Southern Hospitality Exhibition
On Sunday, April 22, ed its first exhibit of the year 2018, Raw IImage present- featuring Artist Richard
Law. The Art of Richard Law with a Spring of Southern Hospitality is an exhibit of works by artist Richard Law. The exhibition will run now through June 22, 2018 at Raw IImage Barbershop & Boutique, 113 E Montgomery Cross Road, Savannah, GA. Exhibition Hours are as follow for visits: Tuesday – Friday, 12:00 noon-8:00pm and Saturday, 8:00am – 6:00pm This event is free and open to the public. This exhibit is provided in part by Raw IImage and Friends of the Art of Richard Law. For additional information, contact (912) 844-7093 or email lawenterprize@ yahoo.com , follow us on Facebook or visit www. theartofrichardlaw.com
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Deltas Feature Savannah’s Own “Hidden Figure”
Mrs. Marion Lee Johnson
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Savannah Alumnae Chapter will sponsor its May Week celebration on Sunday, May 6, 2018, 4:00P.M. at Savannah State University’s King Frazier Ballroom. The program will feature Mrs. Marion Lee Johnson, who recently became known as “Savannah’s Own Hidden Figure,” an unique reference to the movie, “Hidden Figures.” The movie depicts the story of a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. After graduating from Talladega College with a major in mathematics, Marion Lee Johnson began her career as an Associate Engineer at The Boeing Company, Huntsville, Alabama in 1967. Boeing was a leader
in building the Apollo Saturn V rocket. Marion Lee Johnson was assigned to the Launch Systems Branch at Boeing, and like the young women in the movie “Hidden Figures,” she worked on the NASA project for the Marshall Space Flight Center (NASA), under the direction of the legendary Wernher von Braun and Arthur Rudolph. While working on the Boeing/ NASA team in 1967, Marion Lee Johnson was responsible for preparing data inputs for simulation of vehicle piece impact trajectories. Johnson received significant commendations in March of 1969 for an incredible perfect score of 20 successful missions, in 20 attempts. Boeing also recognized Johnson for her dedication, technical competence, and high standards of achievements in
contributing to America’s successful First Manned Lunar Landing Mission on July 20, 1969, where Neil Armstrong said, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Marion Johnson’s name is enshrined in the Apollo/ Saturn V Roll of Honor. A copy of this historic roll is in the Library of Congress, as well as the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. As the highlight of the May Week program, Mrs. Johnson will engage in an in-depth interview with WTOC Anchor, Dawn Baker. The Chapter will also present its annual Scholarships in the amount of $11,000. A reception will follow the celebration. The entire community is invited to attend. Other May Week events will include: Mrs. Marion Johnson’s school visits: Friday, May 4th to Woodville Tompkins Technical and Career High School at 9:00A.M. and the STEM Academy at Bartlett Middle School - 11:00 – 11:00A.M. May Week community service activities will include the annual fan donations to Senior Citizens, Inc. on Tuesday, May 1st, and a Clothes Closet Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for a collaborative project with Park Place on Wednesday May 2nd. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.- Savannah Alumnae Chapter sincerely thanks the entire community for its continued support.
Savannah State University National Alumni Association To Host Annual Meeting May 3-4
The Savannah State University National Alumni Association will host its Annual Meeting on May 3-4, 2018 at the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel, 5711 Abercorn Street. The open session begins at 5:30pm on Thursday, May 3rd with Dr. Percy Mack Alumni Executive Vice President, presiding. During the open session, greetings will be offered from SSU students, SSU administrators and staff and local elected officials. President Dr. Cheryl Dozier will also present the “State of the University” address on Thursday evening. The association’s business session convenes 9:00am, Friday May 4. During the business session the association’s 2018-2021 officers will be announced and installed. 2015-2018 officers and committee chairpersons will be recognized for service to the association and Savannah State University. All alumni of Savannah State University are invited to attend the annual meeting. For additional information contact SSUNAA Liaison, Alvernia Jackson at (912) 232-5398 or email ssunaa1949@aol.com. Clyde A. Newton is President of SSU National Alumni Association.
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