Arts night to celebrate black history

Olympic medalist John Carlos will be the special guest speaker at the Biane Library next Friday for a celebration of Black History Month. Carlos, right, is pictured with Tommie Smith, center, and Peter Norman in the 1968 Olympics. Carlos and Smith's black power salute at the medalists podium was viewed as one of the most controversial and political moments in Olympics history.

The black history cultural arts night will be 7 to 9 p.m. There will be an interactive underground railroad adventure for children ages 6 to 12, live music, crafts and many other activities. Free tickets are now available at both the Archibald and the Biane libraries.

Information: 909-477-2720