African-American Resource Center at BOOKER

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Current Events

Stronger than Stigma

creative expression and your mental well being

Free Event Tuesday February 25th 2026

5pm-7:30pm 524 Kent Street

paint artist Jesse Leach & Spoken Word Artist "Goddess Warriors the Poets"

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Tuesday march 10th 2026 2pm-5pm

FREE!!! UIC Health Screening

524 Kent Street 815-962-9117

Free Physical Screening
Free Medication Review
Free Mental Health Screening
Free Health Education

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MISSION STATEMENT

Utilize education, art, recreation, mentorship, and cultural programs to create an environment that promotes and enhances the quality of life in Rockford by celebrating achievements and improving the welfare of our community members.

VISION STATEMENT

African American Resource Center at Booker's vision is to empower African Americans and diverse populations through its programs and services.

GOALS

Helping our participants to:

Achieve EDUCATIONAL success

Become ECONOMICALLY viable

Have sustainable EMPLOYMENT

Develop their talents through arts ENRICHMENT

Have EQUAL opportunities

Live in safe neighborhoods through the ERADICATION of neighborhood crime

1005 South Court Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102, United States

815-962-9117

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