Concert highlights Women’s History and Black History

Around 200 members of the Elmont community gathered at Gateway Christian Center in Valley Stream last weekend to celebrate Black History Month and Women’s History Month.

The event was hosted by Universal Interactions, an Elmont-based nonprofit with hopes of bridging the gap between generations in the community.

“We just wanted to highlight people in our community,” said Christiano Marcello, an executive director of Universal Interactions.

Marcello said the event was dedicated to recognizing women in the community. He said the event was held March 3 so that Universal Interactions could highlight both Women’s History Month and Black History Month together.

Musicians, dancers, singers, spoken word performers and more performed at Gateway Christian Center for the crowd last weekend. In total, there were 11 acts that performed.

Singers included Jay Forbes, Geniale Rebecca Medna, Diamond, Soley, Kimberly and Isaiah Tart. Dancers included Elmont Memorial High School Dancers, Bianca’s Dance Academy, Etana, LaRock, Christiano Marcello, Marc and Mickey. Musicians Roland Cameau, Mark Mellowkeys, and James Onwodi performed for the crowd. Marjorie Dejour Morales and Pastor Curtis performed spoken word. The event was cosponsored by Gateway Christian Center and Krystie Foundation.