PHOTOS BY DAVID GRACE

Right, Cosmetologist Lavonda Harris ties a traditional African headscarf for Isabella Reeves Monday at the Kingsport Parks and Recreation event in recognition of Black History Month at the Civic Auditorium. The event showcased members of the black business community along with traditional food, dress and music. Below, Gerry Harrison serves peanut soup. At lower right, Ritchie Hicks shows Emily Cross how to play the conga drums.

