Lou Fields, President of Black Heritage Tours, USA. (Facebook Photo)
In commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the passing of the 13th Amendment Abolishing Slavery in America, the 100th anniversary of Billie Holiday’s birthday, the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X and Lou Fields 24th anniversary hosting Black History Programs, BAATC/BDX/BBH Tours presents the 3rd Annual LANGSTON HUGHES LITERARY FORUM & BOOK FAIR, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 21, at the Forest Park Senior Center, 4801 Liberty Heights Avenue, Baltimore. The event is free and open to everyone.
In addition to over one dozen authors reading, signing and selling their fantastic books, activities include Lou Fields’ annual BHM lecture, sculptor James Earl Reid’s tribute to Billie Holiday, story-teller Grandmother Edna, gospel music and a message by Minister Steve Turner, a tribute to Malcolm X, Harriet Tubman exhibit and children’s activities.
Admission is free. Vendors/exhibitors are invited. Sponsors and program book advertisers are welcome to call Lou Fields at 443-983-7974 or email: loucfields@gmail.com.