From the City of Apopka and Staff Reports
In Summary:
The Legends of Apopka ceremony will take place from 6 to 8 pm at the Apopka Community Center. Mayor Bryan Nelson will emcee the program, which includes presentations by the Apopka Youth Council and performances by the Rollins College Gospel Choir. The fourth edition of the student-led Legends of Apopka book will be available for purchase at the event.
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The City of Apopka and the Apopka Youth Council are proud to announce our Legends of Apopka Event on Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Apopka Community Center.
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The program will feature a presentation by the Apopka Youth Council recognizing the 2026 Legends of Apopka and their families. The event will be emceed by Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson, and a proclamation will be read. There will be special performances, including Rollins College Gospel Choir, and a reception with light refreshments.
The City of Apopka will also release the fourth annual Legends of Apopka book during the event. This book will be available for purchase during the event ($10 cash only).
“We are thrilled to celebrate the release of the fourth edition of the Legends of Apopka book and to recognize 28 individuals whose stories have helped shape our community,” Nelson said. “We are thankful for the dedication of our Apopka Youth Council and Ms. Francina Boykin in honoring the legends of our city.”
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, February 19
- Time: 6 pm to 8 pm
- Location: Apopka Community Center, located at 519 South Central Avenue, Apopka, 32703
- Additional Details: Free Admission and open to the public
For more information, visit www.Apopka.gov/BlackHistoryMonth.
Key Points:
- The 2026 Legends of Apopka event will honor 28 community members.
- The ceremony is organized by the Apopka Youth Council in partnership with the Apopka Historical Society.
- Mayor Bryan Nelson will emcee the event, and a proclamation will be read.
- The fourth edition of the Legends of Apopka book will debut and be available for $10 (cash only).
- Admission is free and open to the public.
About the Book | The Legends of Apopka book is a student-led book project spearheaded by the Apopka Youth Council in partnership with Francina Boykin, Vice President of the Apopka Historical Society. The fourth edition honors 28 individuals whose contributions have helped shape the Apopka community.
