• 2nd Community Night with Crispus Attucks York History and Culture Center (CAYHCC)

    Crispus Attucks York

    ๐Ÿ“ฃ Join us for our 2nd Community Night with our Crispus Attucks York History and Culture Center (CAYHCC)! This is your chance to connect with community members and explore historic photographs from the CAYHCC collections. Help uncover the stories behind the people, places, and events that shape our shared York, PA history! โœจ Bring your family history photos and artifacts to be documentedโ€”and maybe even showcased in our new CAYHCC building! Together, weโ€™ll preserve and celebrate the history of Yorkโ€™s African American community and the surrounding York County heritage. ๐Ÿ—“ Thursday, January 30, 2025 โฐ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM ๐Ÿ“ 605 South Duke Street, York, PA 17401 Letโ€™s make history, together! #CAYHCC #CommunityNight #YorkPAHistory #PreservingOurHeritage

  • 2024 CAY 94th Annual Meeting Ceremony

    Crispus Attucks York

    ๐Ÿ“ข Save the Date! Crispus Attucks 94th Annual Meeting ๐ŸŽ‰ Join us as we celebrate 94 years of impact at Crispus Attucks York! View our meeting Live on Zoom! ๐Ÿ“… Sunday, March 16th โฐ 3:00 PM ๐Ÿ“ 605 South Duke Street, York, PA 17401 ๐Ÿ’ป Join in person or via Facebook Live! This is more than just a meetingโ€”itโ€™s a celebration of our students, our mission, and the bright future ahead. Tomorrowโ€™s leaders are at Crispus Attucks! We look forward to seeing you there! Stay tuned for more details. #giverisetopossible

  • CAY HCC Family History Night!

    Crispus Attucks York

    Crispus Attucks York invites you to Family History Nightโ€”a powerful evening of culture, history, and storytelling!ย Join us for an engaging discussion on the significance of culture and its impact on society. Weโ€™ll analyze Kendrick Lamarโ€™s Halftime Show as a powerful interpretation of cultural expression. Donโ€™t miss this opportunity to explore music, identity, and meaning in a thought-provoking conversation! ๐Ÿ—“ Date: April 3, 2025 โฐ Time: 5:30 PM โ€“ 7:30 PM ๐Ÿ“ Location: 605 South Duke Street, York, PA 17401 ๐ŸŽค Guest Speaker: Dr. Sherry Washington ๐Ÿ“š Historian: Jeff Kirkland ๐Ÿ’ก Topics Include: โœ… The importance of culture in society โœ… Understanding music as a form of cultural expression โœ… Breaking down Kendrick Lamarโ€™s Halftime Show โœ… Engaging in conversations and insights โœ… Progress review of the CAY History & Culture Center โœ… Share your family history, photographs, recordings & artifacts Come connect, learn, and celebrate history with us! For more info, contact Jeff Kirkland, CAYHCC Lead Historian ๐Ÿ“ง jkirkland@crispusattucks.org ๐Ÿ“ž 717.434.8504

  • 2025 Give Local York

    Crispus Attucks York is thrilled to be participating inย Give Local Yorkย once again!! York Countyโ€™sย biggestย day of giving, and weโ€™re calling on YOU to help us make a powerful difference in justย 24 hours.ย This year, weโ€™ve set an ambitious goal to raiseย $50,000 in just 24 hours, and with your help, we believe we can achieve it! Every dollar donated goes directly toward fundingย summer enrichment camp and educational scholarshipsย for underserved children in our community. Why Your Support Matters Every child deserves the opportunity to explore their potential, discover their talents, and dream big. At Crispus Attucks York (CAY), we believe in giving rise to possibility, not just for today, but for our children's future. Your donation helps provide: ๐ŸŽ“ย Educational Scholarshipsย โ€“ Giving families the financial support they need to access life-changing learning opportunities. ๐ŸŒžย Summer Enrichment Campsย โ€“ Hands-on STEAM activities, outdoor adventures, and experiences like horseback riding that broaden young minds and nurture creativity. ๐Ÿง ย Safe, Structured Environmentsย โ€“ Keeping kids engaged, inspired, and surrounded by mentors who care deeply about their success. The Impact of Your Gift Imagine a child, unsure of their abilities, stepping into a summer camp and discovering a passion for science through a robotics project. Picture that same child gaining confidence, making new friends, and returning to school in the fall more motivated than ever. Thatโ€™s what your support creates. When you give to Crispus Attucks York during Give Local York, youโ€™re not just making a donation โ€”ย youโ€™re giving a child the tools to believe in themselves and rise. ย 

  • CAY 2025 Legacy GALA

    County Club of York 1400 Country Club Rd, York, PA

    You are cordially invited to join us on Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 6:00- 9:oo PM at the Country Club of York for a festive evening of cocktails, dining, silent and live auctions, the announcement of our Legacy Award recipient, and fellowship! All funds raised during our Legacy Gala will be used to underwrite programming at our new History and Culture Center. Your support will allow us to provide unique cultural experiences and educational opportunities for our underrepresented and underserved Black community. โ€œMOLDED BY HISTORY CHANGING OUR FUTUREโ€ For information on tickets and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Donna Williams at dwilliams@crispusattucks.org or 717.848.3612. ย 

  • Crispus Attucks York Presents: The 2025 Annual Motown Party Fundraiser! ๐ŸŽถ

    Crispus Attucks York

    Get ready to groove at our Annual Motown Party Fundraiser! Join us for a high-energy evening of music, food, fun, and fundraising in support of the CAY Active Living Center. โœจ Headliner: York Cityโ€™s Own Carman Bryant - Performing Live!๐ŸŽค Live Stand-Up Comedy by: Comedian Grandma G๐ŸŽง DJ Smash spinning the 1s and 2s all night long! ๐Ÿ’œ All proceeds will benefit programs at the Crispus Attucks York Active Living Center, supporting our seniors with vibrant, engaging experiences and essential services. ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ TICKETS: Early Bird (Before May 1st): $15 General | $10 for CAYALC Members After May 1st: $20 General | $15 for CAYALC Members At the Door: $25 ๐Ÿ“ž Tickets & Info:Contact Robin Beatty-Smith at 717-848-3610or Aisha at 717-683-3041 ๐Ÿ“… Friday, May 23, 2025๐Ÿ“ 605 South Duke Street, York, PA 17401โฐ Doors Open: 6:30PM | Show Starts: 7PM ๐Ÿ•บ Donโ€™t miss the good vibes, good laughs, and great cause.Letโ€™s Give Rise to Possibleโ€”Motown style! ๐Ÿ”— Visit www.crispusattucks.org for more info!

  • ๐ŸŽ‰โ˜€๏ธ CAY Rising STARS STEAM Summer Activity Camp is BACK for 2025

    Crispus Attucks Yorkโ€™s Rising STARS STEAM Summer Activity Camp is BACK for 2025 โ€” and itโ€™s packed with SIX weeks of excitement, learning, and unforgettable adventures! ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿพโšฝ๐ŸŽญ ๐Ÿ“… Camp Dates:June 17, 2025 โ€“ July 25, 2025For Ages: 7โ€“11 From hands-on STEAM activities to sports, swimming, arts & crafts, and awesome field trips โ€” this camp has it all! ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Camp Fees:๐Ÿ’™ $270 โ€“ Current CA Rising STARS Members๐Ÿงก $300 โ€“ Non-Members๐Ÿ’ธ Scholarships Available! ๐ŸŒ Register now at: www.crispusattucks.org๐Ÿ“ž For more info, contact Ms. Jacquie Martino-Miller at 717-848-3610 ext. 262 or Email: jmartino@crispusattucks.org Letโ€™s make this a summer to remember! ๐Ÿ’ฅ#SummerCamp2025 #STEAMCamp #CAYRisingSTARS #FunWithPurpose #YorkPAKids

  • 10th Anniversary of the Crispus Attucks York Village Tea Honoring: Marion Howard with the “It Takes a Village” Award

    Crispus Attucks York

    ๐ŸŽ‰โœจ You're Invited! โœจ๐ŸŽ‰ Join us for the 10th Anniversary of the Crispus Attucks York Village Teaโ€”a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and legacy! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’› ๐Ÿซ– Theme: โ€œTrip Through Marionโ€™s Villageโ€๐ŸŽญ Dress Code: African Attire๐Ÿ† Honoring: Marion Howard with the "It Takes a Village" Award ๐Ÿ“… Date: Saturday, June 28๐Ÿ•‘ Time: 2โ€“5 PM๐Ÿ“ Location: 605 South Duke Street, York, PA 17401๐Ÿ’œ FREE EVENT Come enjoy an afternoon of music, dance, and rich tradition as we celebrate the power of community that makes our village strong! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿฟ๐Ÿช˜ #VillageTea2025 #GiveRiseToPossible #CrispusAttucksYork #ItTakesAVillage #CAYEvents #CommunityCelebration ย  ย  ย  ย 

  • You’re Invited: 2025 Crispus Attucks STEAM Ambassadors Community Showcase!

    Keystone Kidspace 10 Hamilton Ave., York, PA

    We are excited to invite you to the 2025 Community Showcase for our Crispus Attucks STEAM Ambassadors Program, a celebration of creativity, innovation, and youth leadership! ๐Ÿ“… Date: Friday, July 25, 2025๐Ÿ•“ Time: 4:00 PM โ€“ 6:00 PM๐Ÿ“ Location: Keystone Kidspace, 10 Hamilton Avenue, York, PA 17401๐ŸŽŸ Admission: Free and open to the public Over the past six weeks, our dynamic student ambassadors have been diving deep into hands-on learning through science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). Now, theyโ€™re ready to showcase their hard work and present their innovative projects to the community! What to Expect: Meet and interact with our inspiring student ambassadors Explore interactive exhibits and hands-on demonstrations Discover how youth are tackling real-world challenges through creative problem-solving Enjoy free food and refreshments in a fun, family-friendly environment This no-cost event is a fantastic opportunity to support young minds, spark your own curiosity, and see the impact of STEAM education in action. A heartfelt thank you to our generous program partners for making this program possible and empowering the next generation of leaders and changemakers. ๐Ÿ“ฃ Help us spread the word! Use the hashtags:#ConnectingDesireWithOpportunity #CCSEP #CASAP #GiveRiseToPossible We canโ€™t wait to see you there!

  • Join Us for the 3rd Annual Veterans Stand Down! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

    York Revolution's Stadium 5 Brooks Robinson Way, York, PA

    Crispus Attucks York invites you to the Veterans Stand Down โ€” a vital community event supporting at-risk veterans and veterans experiencing homelessness in York County. ๐Ÿ“ Location: WellSpan Park Baseball Stadium๐Ÿ“ฌ Address: 5 Brooks Robinson Way, York, PA 17401๐Ÿšช Enter at: Queen Street Entrance๐Ÿ“… Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025๐Ÿ•š Time: 11:00 AM โ€“ 3:00 PM This event offers access to a variety of supportive services for veterans and is free and open to those in need. Need help connecting a veteran to the event or arranging transportation? ๐Ÿ“ž Contact: Barry Freeland๐Ÿ“ฑ (717) 781-0014๐Ÿ“ง bfreeland@crispusattucks.org ๐Ÿ“ž Contact: Peddy Williams - (717) 434-3839 Letโ€™s come together to support and honor those whoโ€™ve served our country. Please share with someone who may benefit. The Crispus Attucks York 3rd Annual Veterans STAND DOWN to Homeless Event is supported by the U.S. Department of Labor. A total of $7,000, or 70%, of the event is financed with federal funds,and $3,000, or 30%, is funded by other sources.