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WELCOME TO THE AFRICAN AMERICAN FORUM!
The African American Forum, a non-profit arts and cultural organization, is
committed to developing programs that support and highlight the artistic,
cultural and educational achievements of African Americans. By sharing
experiences reflective of African American culture, we encourage individuals to
embrace diversity and, in doing so, create a greater culture. A united culture.
We place our emphasis on unity in the word Community!
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> We personally see the Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest as beneficial from a cultural
> standpoint. It brings a diverse group of people together who share an interest
> in music and discover that they have other things in common as well.
> Friendships are formed and lasting relationships (like ours) develop. We
> applaud the African American Forum, Debbie & John Cole for their tireless
> efforts to make Lexington a better place to live!
Bob Kersey, Former Vice President
AdColor, Inc.
> Burger King Restaurants of central Kentucky are proud to support the Lexus
> Smooth Jazz Fest. Through our partnership with the African American Forum
> we’ve gained valuable insight into our community. We consider it a pleasure
> and part of our culture to be a corporate sponsor of the Lexus Smooth Jazz
> Fest and we will continue to be going forward!
William T. Keller, President/Operating Partner
BMT of Kentucky, Inc. dba Burger King
> My wife and I have supported the Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest since day one (1).
> What has impressed us immensely is how each event is well organized,
> ethnically diverse and administered with customer service that is simply first
> class!
Richard A. Harless
Donor and Patron
> The Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest is truly a celebration of local, regional and
> international artists. This unique and dynamic festival embraces the interests
> and engagement of youth, our community and the Lexington- Bluegrass Region. It
> has become an experience like no other that we look forward to every year, on
> the 2nd weekend in August!
Mary Quinn Ramer, President
VisitLEX
> LEX18 is proud to be the exclusive television media partner for the Lexus
> Smooth Jazz Fest. Our participation is rewarded by the opportunity to support
> jazz arts and the work of the African American Forum (AAF). Both are equally
> important to the cultural fabric of our community. We're honored to be a
> partner the AAF can count on!
Pat Dalbey, Former President and General Manager
LEX18
> LM Communications Broadcast Media Group is proud to be the exclusive radio
> media partner for the Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest. In eight (8) short years the
> African American Forum has established the Lexington-Bluegrass Region as the
> commonwealth of Kentucky's destination for Smooth Jazz. We look forward to the
> food, fellowship and fun that comes with each Smooth Jazz Fest... which for
> our employees, listeners and special guests is an experience like no other!
Craig Olive, General Manager
LM Communications Broadcast Media Group
> As a State Farm agent and business owner, the opportunity to be an event
> sponsor of the Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest is well worth the investment. The event
> is well managed and the return on the investment is sound!
Steward Perry, Agent
State Farm
> US Bank is a proud sponsor of the Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest. The African American
> Forum has created a first-class experience... that has made the
> Lexington-Bluegrass Region, Kentucky's destination for Smooth Jazz!
Perry Allen, Market President
US Bank
> We personally see the Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest as beneficial from a cultural
> standpoint. It brings a diverse group of people together who share an interest
> in music and discover that they have other things in common as well.
> Friendships are formed and lasting relationships (like ours) develop. We
> applaud the African American Forum, Debbie & John Cole for their tireless
> efforts to make Lexington a better place to live!
Bob Kersey, Former Vice President
AdColor, Inc.
> Burger King Restaurants of central Kentucky are proud to support the Lexus
> Smooth Jazz Fest. Through our partnership with the African American Forum
> we’ve gained valuable insight into our community. We consider it a pleasure
> and part of our culture to be a corporate sponsor of the Lexus Smooth Jazz
> Fest and we will continue to be going forward!
William T. Keller, President/Operating Partner
BMT of Kentucky, Inc. dba Burger King
> My wife and I have supported the Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest since day one (1).
> What has impressed us immensely is how each event is well organized,
> ethnically diverse and administered with customer service that is simply first
> class!
Richard A. Harless
Donor and Patron
> The Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest is truly a celebration of local, regional and
> international artists. This unique and dynamic festival embraces the interests
> and engagement of youth, our community and the Lexington- Bluegrass Region. It
> has become an experience like no other that we look forward to every year, on
> the 2nd weekend in August!
Mary Quinn Ramer, President
VisitLEX
RECENT NEWS
GET READY TO “EXPERIENCE AMAZING” IN AUGUST!
on Jul 01, 2021 by in News
LEXINGTON, KY — The African American Forum, Inc. (AAF) is pleased to announce
that the next installment of the Lexus Smooth Jazz Fest will be held on Friday,
August 13TH… culminating with the "Summer Breeze" Saturday All Star Jazz
Showcase.
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AFRICAN AMERICAN FORUM
on Jun 30, 2021 by Mary Ellen Slone in News
“United We Stand, Divided We Fall” is the motto of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
It’s also a phrase representing the beliefs Debbie and John Cole have lived by
since launching their non-profit arts and cultural organization
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