Black History Month Brings Jazz to Maplewood
Bradford Hayes and his quartet performed at art gallery
Maplewood’s celebration of Black History Month continued with a performance by acclaimed saxophonist Bradford Hayes and his Quartet at Astah’s Fine Art Gallery (1897 Springfield Avenue) on Sunday, February 24. The performance, in the gallery’s intimate salon style setting surrounded by a wide array of art and collectibles, was a highlight of the month-long series of events and activities presented by local businesses with the support of the Springfield Avenue Partnership. “We are presenting world class art and entertainment right here in Maplewood on Springfield Avenue,” noted Astah’s owner Sheila Turner-Cartlidge, a member of the Partnership’s Board of Trustees. “Events like these build a sense of community among the district’s business…
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