Salinas, CA – February is Black History Month, honoring the many achievements and contributions made by African-Americans to our nation's economic, cultural, spiritual and political development.

The Monterey County Office of Education's Media Center for Art and Education Technology will broadcast an array of programming in honor of Black History Month.

Programs include (Please see attached for programming dates and times):

• Soul Music By The Bay 2010 – featuring performances by Leanne Robinson, Blayze, Big Brooklyn Red, Traffik Noize and more.
• Voices and Visions: Langston Hughes – Hughes wrote of the beauty, dignity and heritage of Blacks in America. Interviews, music and dance performances convey his work and influence, discussed by James Baldwin and biographer Arnold Rampersad.
• Local Legends: Helen Rucker – Rucker, a lifelong educator and community activist, discusses race, politics and the importance of knowing ancestral history.
• Arts in the Schools: African American Artists of Monterey County – The Arts in the Schools series proudly spotlights African-Americans honor students involved in the performing arts in Monterey County.
• The Seaside Cultural Arts Group Presents a Tribute to Black History Month – Recorded live last Feb. 11.

 Programming may be viewed on the following channels:

• Charter Cable Channel 8 in Gonzales and Soledad
• Charter Cable Channel 17 in North Monterey County
• Charter Cable Channel 29 in Greenfield and King City
• Comcast Cable Channel 26 in the Salinas and Monterey Peninsula areas
• Digital Channel 38.2 (over the air)

Additionally, the Monterey County Board of Education will adopt a resolution recognizing Black History Month at their board meeting on Jan. 18.

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