100 Black Men of Greater Columbia, Inc.

This was the 12th Annual Event of elegance honoring the men, women, and sponsors supporting young African-American and minority men.  The gala was held Friday, December 2, 2011. Through mentoring, educational, economic, and health awareness opportunities, the volunteers gave their personal time to show ways of making a positive contribution to the world we live in. This concept started in 1963 in New York when a concerned group of Black men met to look at ways of improving conditions in the community. Now the program has expanded throughout the United States with the same mission. It was a classy black tie event with some of our movers and shakers in attendance, as well as, many of them being members. It was a marvelous affair. 13 Scholarships were awarded this year!  These men sacrificed their time to help our youth when they are needed most.

December 7, 1941!

The bombing of Pearl Harbor, a day which will live in infamy!  You know the rest!  Don't let commercialism make you forget!  The USS Arizona is still crying after 70 years.  Little known facts about African-Americans role in Pearl Harbor.

Rest In Peace, Jennie Cook-Booker!

I Won’t Go Back – William McDowell

There Is A King In You – Donald Lawrence & Co

Little Vivian!!

Look at those cute cheekbones and smile!!!

1964

Rest In Peace, Ellen Hill!

Ellen L. Hill, 66, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at Self Regional Medical Center. Born in Newberry, SC, she was the daughter of the late Roger Leaks and Phebbie Johnson Leaks. She was a member of Scurry Spring Hill Baptist Church in Chappells. She was a member of the Morning Glory Garden Club, Secretary of AARP and a member of the Women Aide Society No. 47.

Ellen lost her mother last year, May 10, 2011 (See picture of family under Ms. Phebbie Leaks). God bless this family and strengthen them during these times of sorrow.  Please keep her children and grandchildren in your prayers.  One of the grand's birthday was on the same day his grandmom passed.