Queens Public Library Gala Features Borough's Boldface Names
by A.A. Cristi
- Jun 3, 2021
For 125 years, Queens Public Library has offered free access to knowledge, information and opportunity for all, and on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 6 p.m., it will celebrate its long history and commitment to the people of Queens with a virtual gala at www.queenslibrarygala.org.
Misty Copeland to be Honored With the Spingarn Medal at NAACP Image Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Mar 18, 2021
Today, in a historical first, the NAACP announced that it will be awarding two recipients, NBA superstar Stephen Curry and The Women’s National Basketball Players Association, with the Jackie Robinson Sports Awards. Additionally, Misty Copeland will be honored with the prestigious Spingarn Medal.
NAACP Inducts Eddie Murphy To Image Awards Hall Of Fame
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Mar 11, 2021
The Hall of Fame Award, which will be presented by Eddie Murphy’s collaborator and long-time friend Arsenio Hall, is bestowed on an individual who is a pioneer in his or her respective field and whose influence will shape the profession for generations to come.