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SPECIAL EVENTS 10 REGISTER ONLINE: mycary.org PART ONE Come celebrate Black History & African American Appreciation Month. This year's theme is Unsung Titans of the '70s & '80s. We will take a fun trip back in time to see how some of these artists influenced the culture. More programs listed at: townofcary.org/BHM UNSUNG TITANS OF THE '70S & '80S: FILMS AT THE CARY The Cary Theater | $6 Throughout the month of February, we are highlighting a few African American actors that have made contributions to the diversity of Hollywood productions. Join us for some blockbuster films from the '70s & '80s! For showtimes and ticket info, visit thecarytheater.com. Tamara Dobson in Cleopatra Jones Nichelle Nichols in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan Gregory Hines in White Nights Robert Townsend in Hollywood Shuffle Art by African American Masters (age 11-15) Learn about some of the rock stars of African American art. Model the work of Amy Sherald or Kehinde Wiley. Fri Feb 3 5:45–7 p.m. 023961 Fees: $13(R) $17(N) (1 class) Eric McRay: Mood & Music Page-Walker Arts & History Center Jan 11–Mar 4 Eric McRay blends the verve, images, and rhythms of the Bebop jazz age with the non-objective abstract tradition of the New York School of the 1940s and 1950s. Celebrating Our Heroes: A Theatrical Performance Sat, Feb 18 | 6–7 p.m. | Free Cary Arts Center Join Applause! Cary Youth Theatre in celebrating the contributions of African Americans to our community, nation, and world in a theatrical performance. Enjoy the African folktales of Anansi, and discover both historical and contemporary heroes in this celebratory experience. An Evening With Grandmaster Victor Moore Fri, Feb 24 | 7–9 p.m. | Free The Cary Theater Calling all martial arts fans! Spend an evening with one of the Forgotten Fury. Explore the contributions of African Americans to the progression of martial arts in the U.S., featuring The Grandmaster film, Kung Fu demos, and a Q&A session with Vic Moore & Chris Everett. Can I Kick It—The Last Dragon by Shaolin Jazz Sat, Feb 25 | 7–9:30 p.m. | $10 Cary Arts Center Cary and Speller Street Films are excited to bring to the Cary Arts Center a unique multimedia experience catered to fans of martial arts, action films, and hip-hop music. Live DJ pre-show starts at 6 p.m. Food trucks on-site! Tickets available at the Cary Box Office.