During the month of July; Thousands of African Americans gather for family reunions. A month for Black Americans to invest in their families as well as themselves. This observance is held during the month or July; typically when Black Americans hold their family reunions. The focus of the month; participating in activities which will enrich ones life through: family reunions, eating dinner with the family, education, health issues, adoption, networking, any activity which helps to bring the family together as a cohesive productive unit.

During this month families from New York to California have utilized the month of July to celebrate their families. How can you participate in this month? It's easy; Hold a family reunion no matter how big or small, eat dinner with your family, take up a new hobby, this list is endless.

How long has this month been celebrated?
Black Family Month has been listed in Chases Book of Events since July 2006, but has been celebrated for years individually.

Which activities can I participate in to celebrate the month?
Anything you do to Hold a family reunion no matter how big or small, eat dinner with your family, take up a new hobby, Have a community fair or celebration, Read a book, write a poem. Don't forget to get yourself and your family members to the doctor for your yearly check-up hold a book drive, start a family scholarship, help a family member with a project...

How can I incorporate Black Family Month into my family reunion?
The reunion is enough. Some families have undertaken a special project for each reunion like healthcare. Pamphlets are handed out, health screening etc.

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