The first national celebration that focused on the history of Black Americans was Negro History Week in 1925, a bookend timeframe in February between the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. It was so well-embraced that according to BlackHistoryMonth.gov, President Ford expanded it to a month in 1976,
Fort Worth Weekly
By Jennifer Bovee
Who am I? Where am I going for St. Pat’s?
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While St Patrick’s Day celebrates the patron saint of Ireland, who is credited with bringing Christianity to its people, we typically commemorate his day with green beer and avoiding being pinched for some reason. There is another place for that info. Meanwhile, here are the more family-friendly events happening throughout North Texas.
Couples by the Creek
On Sat at 6:30pm, Cinnamon Creek Ranch (13794 Old Denton Rd, Roanoke, 817-439-8998) hosts a St. Pat’s edition of its ever-popular Couples by the Creek event. The celebration includes archery, axe throwing, a bonfire, cornhole, dancing, games, and a photo booth, plus a catered dinner. Tickets are $65 per person at CinnamonCreekRanch.com.