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"Friends of Verna Hart" presents their sixth annual fundraiser to support The Verna Hart Scholarship Fund.
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1650 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225
"Friends of Verna Hart" presents their fifth annual fundraiser to support The Verna Hart Scholarship Fund.
1650 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225
87 Fort Green Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11217
"Friends of Verna Hart" presents their fourth annual fundraiser to support The Verna Hart Scholarship Fund.
87 Fort Green Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Located at 587 Franklin Ave. Brooklyn, New York 11238
"Friends of Verna Hart" presents their third annual fundraiser to support The Verna Hart Scholarship Fund.
Located at 587 Franklin Ave. Brooklyn, New York 11238
In memory of Verna Hart a number of prominent artists and peers of Verna will be participating incl. Shaquora Bay, Robert Reid, Gena Sampson, We are steady and sincere about making the legacy of Verna Hart an ongoing contribution to achieving our goal of fostering the careers of up-and-coming artist in the art community. Through our previous efforts Waverly Johnson and Xiana Garcia were scholarship recipients, while artists Summer-Zaire Bell and Shaquora Bay and Waverly Johnson were honored with monetary donations. The unexpected financial awards came from Netflix, which plans to use some of their artwork in its “Survival of the Thickest” series
Hello, and thank you for supporting our efforts to keep Verna Hart's legacy alive through "The Verna Hart Legacy Committee" - a spin-off of "Friends of Verna Hart," an organization I am no longer affiliated with.
The Verna Hart Legacy Committee is thrilled to announce that Our group is following new and exciting paths to honor the late great Verna. To maintain Verna's artistic legacy and impact, The Verna Hart Legacy and impact, The Verna Hart Legacy Committee will continue to aid female artists with educational awards.
Through my previous affiliation with The Friends of Verna Hart, Waverly Johnson, and Xiana Garcia were our first two scholarship recipients,, while artists Summer-Zaire Bell and Shaquora Bay were honored with monetary donations. In addition, some of Summer-Zaire Bell's artwork was purchased for a future organization auction. Unexpected financial awards for Summer-Zaire, Waverly, and Shaquora came from Netflix, which plans to use some of their artwork in its "Survival of the Thickest" series.
Looking forward, The Verna Hart Legacy Committee, through the distribution of educational awards and other initiatives, will uplift our past and future awardees, and always faithfully honor the memory and accomplishments of Verna Hart. Thank you again.
Linda Sutton

Join Us for an Evening of Art, Literature & Inspiration
Saturday, July 25 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Galerie Henlopen 10905 Henlopen Court Silver Spring, Maryland
Experience an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of art, storytelling, culture, and community. Galerie Henlopen invites you to connect with fellow readers, art enthusiasts, collectors, and supporters while enjoying a unique gathering of acclaimed authors and emerging artistic talent.
Event Highlights
Exclusive Book Signing with Dr. Myrah Brown Green
Meet Dr. Myrah Brown Green, author of the acclaimed book:
Keepers of a Movement: Black Collectors Who Preserve Art, Stories, and Legacies That Define Black Life
Learn about the important role collectors play in preserving cultural heritage and engage with the author during a special book-signing session.
Featured Emerging Artist: Brittany Boggs
Discover the inspiring work of rising artist Brittany Boggs, whose creative vision and talent continues to captivate audiences and collectors alike.
Special Guest Appearance by Tafa
Meet Tafa, artist and author of the thought-provoking book:
There Are No Witches in Africa
Tafa will share insights into his work, creative journey, and the stories behind his celebrated publication.
Supporting Artistic Excellence
Proceeds from this event will benefit Anely Girondin, recipient of the 2026 Verna Hart Legacy Award. Anely has been accepted to the prestigious Florence Academy of Art in Italy and will use this opportunity to further develop artistic talents on an international stage.
Admission and RSVP
Admission is complimentary; however, RSVP is required.
To reserve your place or obtain additional information, please:
Text: (202) 498-5052 Email: lmsj123@gmail.com
Whether you are passionate about literature, visual arts, cultural preservation, or simply looking for an inspiring evening among creative minds, we invite you to join us for this special celebration of artistic expression and community.
We look forward to welcoming you on July 25 at Galerie Henlopen.