February 15, 2006 - Arambula invites community to attend 2006 African-American Heritage Awards

For Immediate Release: February 15, 2006
Contact: Elliott Balch
Phone: (559) 445-5532

Assemblymember Juan Arambula (D-Fresno) today invited members of the community to attend a special ceremony honoring winners of the 2006 African-American Heritage Awards for the 31st Assembly District. The event is free and open to the public, and will be held at downtown Fresno ’s African American Museum . Awards will be presented in nine categories:

Non-Profit Employee

Public Safety

Small Business Owner

Medical

Legal/Justice

Education

Community Volunteer

Youth (under 18)

Special Tribute

“February is Black History Month, and recognizing the outstanding people who have been nominated for the African-American Heritage Awards is an important part of the celebration,” said Assemblymember Arambula . “Their work will be tomorrow’s history — and I am proud to honor them all on February 23rd.”

When:	Thursday, February 23, 2006 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. (program begins at 6:30 )
Where:	African American Museum 1857 Fulton Street , Fresno

The awards are designed to honor those who have a made an important difference in the lives of others in the community. Nominations have been received from groups and individuals throughout the 31st Assembly District. More information about the awards is available at (559) 445-5532. For more on Black History Month in the 31st Assembly District, please see www.assembly.ca.gov/arambula/enewsletter/enewsFeb2006.htm.

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