Events: Community

Marshall L. Davis Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center 50th Anniv

Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM - English

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Join us for a cultural milestone at 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 14, 2025, as the Marshall L. Davis Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center celebrates 50 years of transforming lives through the arts. This dynamic anniversary celebration honors a legacy of uplifting youth through music, dance, theater, cinematography, and visual arts rooted in the heart of Liberty City.

Highlights of the evening include the screening of "An Instrumental Start: A Model for the Nation," a moving new documentary tracing the Center's five-decade journey. In addition, featured voices include former Alvin Ailey Artistic Director Robert Battle, Academy Award-winning playwright of "Moonlight," Tarell Alvin McCraney, legendary actress/director Phylicia Rashad, and tap icon Savion Glover. Live performances include Nu Deco Ensemble, Broadway hoofer Marshall Davis, Jr. and jazz musician Willerm Delisfort, a dance performance choreographed by Robert Battle, and special guest appearances.

Guy Harvey Foundation's “Love the Blue Gala”

Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM - English

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The Guy Harvey Foundation (GHF) will host its 17th annual Love The Blue Gala on Wednesday, October 29 at the Lauderdale Yacht Club to benefit its ocean research and education initiatives. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and silent and live auctions featuring original Guy Harvey artwork, exclusive trips, and unique gift items. In addition, the Foundation will pay homage to the 50th anniversary of the blockbuster film Jaws. Renowned marine and environmental conservation advocate Wendy Benchley, wife of the late Peter Benchley – author of the Jaws novel which the film was adapted from, will be the keynote speaker.

GHF Founder and Chair Emeritus, Dr. Guy Harvey, will join his daughter, Foundation CEO Jessica Harvey, in sharing captivating stories of their recent ocean explorations and highlighting a year that was marked by groundbreaking research and transformative education initiatives. Two honorees who have made significant contributions to ocean conservation and marine science education will also be recognized.

Individual tickets ($425) and sponsorships (start at $4,500) can be purchased at website.