Overview
CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH & FEBRUARY ACTIVITIES
Happy Black History Month! 🎉
While this is our first year formally recognizing Black History Month as a firmwide initiative, 2026 marks a significant milestone nationwide, 100 years of organized Black history commemoration in the United States.
According to the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), the 2026 theme is:
“A Century of Black History Commemorations”
This year’s theme honors the long-standing effort to preserve, study, and celebrate Black history as a vital part of American history.
📚 A Brief History
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1915: Historian Carter G. Woodson and fellow scholars founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (now ASALH), creating a foundation for the formal study of Black history.
Co-founders included George Cleveland Hall, William D. Hartgrove, Jesse E. Moorland, Alexander L. Jackson, and James E. Stamps. -
1926: Dr. Woodson established Negro History Week, the first official observance dedicated to Black history.
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February 10, 1976: During the U.S. Bicentennial, President Gerald R. Ford issued the first presidential message formally recognizing Black History Month.
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1986: Congress passed Public Law 99-244, officially designating February as Black History Month in the United States.
🎮 Kahoot! Black History Trivia Challenge
Join us for a fun and interactive Kahoot! Trivia Game designed to honor trailblazers, spark curiosity, and encourage thoughtful engagement with Black history, past, present, and future.
What to Expect:
- A short, interactive game playable on your phone or computer
- Questions focused on awareness, prevention, and key historical facts
- 🎁 Prizes for the top three participants
- A fun, supportive learning experience for everyone
📅 Game Dates: February 5, 2026 – February 23, 2026
🔗 Join Here: https://kahoot.it/challenge/02709263
No prior knowledge is needed. Just bring your curiosity!
Please enter your first and last name so winners can be identified.
💘 More February Fun
🎉 Ramadan 🌙✨
Get ready for a month of reflection, community, gratitude, and nightly treats. Whether you observe or simply want to support friends and colleagues, this is a beautiful time to learn and connect.
📅 Ramadan 2026 Dates:
- Start: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
- End: Thursday, March 19, 2026
(Dates may shift slightly based on moon sighting.) [islamicfinder.org]
From crescent moons to breaking fast with loved ones, may this season bring peace, joy, and light to everyone. 🌙💫
Want to learn more about Ramadan traditions and significance?
👉 Learn More Here
Wishing those who celebrate a beautiful and fulfilling Ramadan! 🌟
🐉 Chinese New Year 2026:
Celebrate the Year of the Red Fire Horse, beginning February 17 (New Year’s Eve is February 16). Festivities include family gatherings, lion and dragon dances, fireworks, and the giving of red envelopes.
🤝 Volunteer Opportunity
Join us in giving back to our community:
📅 February 26 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Think Dignity San Diego
📧 To Volunteer: volunteer@singletonschreiber.com
