A banquet that celebrates African American history, features people in African attire and has entertainment performed by area youth is set for this Saturday, February 19.

Called the "Celebration of African American History 365 Days a Year Banquet," the event is sponsored by the Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church.

Open to the public, the event will be held at 6 p.m. at the St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church Christian Center in High Springs.

The cost is a donation of $10 for adults and children. Local pastors and their spouses will be admitted free.

For more information, call Mildred Brown at 386-454-1110.