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VIDEOS OF SOME INFLUENTIAL AFRICAN AMERICAN’S WHO PASSED OVER THE PAST YEAR- SEPTEMBER 2017-2018
Aug 20
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MAY ALL THE BLESSINGS OF CHRISTMAS FILL YOUR HEART AND HOME WITH JOY NOW AND THROUGH THE NEW YEAR
HOLIDAY MENU!
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(CHRISTMAS CARD SENT FROM A FRIEND
IT SHOWS RECIPES AND
A TRADITIONAL MENU FOR SOME,
ESPECIALLY FOR NEW YEARS CELEBRATIONS—GOT TO HAVE THOSE BLACK EYED PEAS, GREENS, CHITTERLINGS, FRIED CHICKEN & POTATO SALAD!
WISHING YOU PEACE AND JOY IN YOUR HEART AND BEAUTIFUL BLESSINGS IN YOUR LIFE.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
“HUGS”
It’s wondrous what a hug can do – A hug can cheer you when you’re blue
A hug can say, “I love you so” or, “I hate to see you go.”
A hug is “Welcome back again,” and “Great to see you! Where’ve you been?”
A hug can soothe a small child’s pain, and bring a rainbow after rain.
The hug, there’s just no doubt about it – We scarcely could survive without it!
A hug delights and warms and charms, It must be why God gave us arms.
Hugs are great for fathers and mothers,
Sweet for sisters, swell for brothers; and chances are
your favorite aunts love them more than potted plants.
Kittens crave them, puppies love them; Heads of states are not above them.
A hug can break the language barrier, and make the dullest day seem so much merrier.
No need to fret about the store of ’em, The more you give the more there are of ’em.
So stretch those arms without delay, and Give someone a Hug Today!
(Poem sent in Christmas Card from a family member)
Respectfully Submitted by Mary Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson Lake Herbert Family Reunion Circle
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING FAMILY
WISHING YOU A BLESSED HOLIDAY AND
PRAYING FOR YOUR SAFETY, YOUR ENJOYMENT OF EACH OTHER
AND YOUR PEACE!
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Let us remember that, as much has been given us, much will be expected from us, and that true homage comes from the heart as well as from the lips, and shows itself in deeds. ~Theodore Roosevelt
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Respectfully Submitted by Mary Herbert, Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle
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Marcus N. Lee, son of Michael & Betty Lee is a Junior at Firestone High School. Marcus is a member of their Performing Arts Program. He performed in the fall production, Intimate Apparel, playing the lead male, George.
Marcus is also a member of the Firestone Falcon’s Baseball Team.
PHOTO ABOVE IS OF RISING STARS, COUSINS, MARCUS LEE, SON OF MICHAEL & BETTYE LEE
AND OF MAKYIA (KAIA) JOHNSON, GRANDDAUGHTER OF MELVIN LEE.
MARCUS & MAKYIA ARE STUDENTS OF THE FIRESTONE THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL OF THE PERFORMING ARTS IN AKRON, OHIO
“Intimate Apparel” by Lynn Nottage at Firestone CLC
Firestone Theatre presented the second main stage production of its first season in a new performance space as Lynn Nottage’s play, Intimate Apparel, brings the turn of the 20th Century to powerful life. Performances were held at 7:30 p.m. on November 17, 18, and 19, 2016. Tickets were $5.00 in advance, $8.00 at the door, and $10.00 for reserved VIP seating. All performances were held in the Linda B. Kersker Auditorium of the Firestone Community Learning Center located at 470 Castle Blvd, Akron, Ohio. (Marcus Lee as George is shown below with Esther.)
Intimate Apparel is written by the award-winning playwright Lynn Nottage (Ruined) and is set in 1905. This beautiful play features the story of Esther Mills, a skilled African-American seamstress. She as her own successful business, making lingerie for both society ladies, Mrs. Van Buren in particular, and “ladies of the night.”
The cast of Intimate Apparel is led by seniors Angelina Stallings (Esther), and Patrick Fields (Mr. Marks). The cast is completed by juniors Bree Chambers (Mrs. Dickson, Olivia Kirschbaum (Mrs. Van Buren), and Junior, Makyia Johnson (Mayme), as well as Sophomore, Marcus Lee (George).
Esther has a failed romantic relationship with George Armstrong, who is working on the Panama Canal. She has an unlikely friendship with Mr. Marks, an Orthodox Jew. The play is based on the life of Nottage’s great-grandmother. (Makyia Johnson, (Mayme) is shown above with Esther.)
Makyia and Marcus are descendants of Eartha Jeter Lee, Willa Mae Herbert Jeter and Bessie Lake Herbert
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PLEASE FORWARD ME SOME OF THE PHOTOS YOU TOOK
AT THE REUNION SO THEY CAN BE INCLUDED
IN THIS BUNCH.
THANK YOU MUCH!!!
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Billy Paul
Paul Williams (81) (12/1/1934 – 4/24/2016), known professionally as Billy Paul, was a Grammy Award-winning American soul singer, known for his 1972 #1 single, “Me and Mrs. Jones”, as well as the 1973 album and single ” War of the Gods” which blends his more conventional pop, soul, and funk styles with electronic and psychedelic influences. He was one of the many artists associated with the Philadelphia soul sound created by Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff and Thom Bell. Paul was identified by his diverse vocal style which ranged from mellow and soulful to low and raspy. Questlove of the Roots equated Paul to Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder, calling him “one of the criminally unmentioned proprietors of socially conscious post-revolution ’60s’ civil rights music.”
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Kyra celebrated her Sweet Sixteen Birthday Party at her home in May, 2016. Everything was lovely. And she was very happy that many of her friends joined in her celebration. The food, DJ, décor all made the occasion very special. She received many nice gifts including a special ring from her dad.
Submitted by Christopher and Denise Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle
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DENZEL L. HERBERT Graduated in June 2017 from Drexel University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and Finance. Denzel was a member of BRIDGE at the School since its inception and he became Co-Chair this past year where he coordinated the Program along with the Director. BRIDGE is a Program at LeBow College of Busininess Drexel University and is a learning community created in 2012 to support underrepresented students as they develop into leaders of the future. (Photo below is of Denzel at a Toyota Business with BRIDGE). Denzel is currently looking for a job — he said mid-to-late September would be fine!
Denzel’s parents, Christopher and Denise gave him a graduation party which was a lot of fun!
CONGRATULATIONS DENZEL!!!
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Start by Doing What’s Necessary; Then Do What’s Possible; and Suddenly You Are Doing The Impossible~~ Francis of Assisi
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Mr. & Mrs. William Herbert would like all of the family to join us for our New Year’s Eve Celebration..
Come help us bring in 2016 with a bang!!!! Reserve your suites ASAP!!!!
Thank you……
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Mr. & Mrs. William Herbert would like all of the family to join us for our New Year’s Eve Celebration..
Come help us bring in 2016 with a bang!!!! Reserve your suites ASAP!!!!
Thank you……
Respectfully Submitted by William Herbert, III, President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson Lake Herbert Family Reunion Circle
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