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Apopka’s Legends of Apopka Honoring Black History Month with Fourth Annual Book Release

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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. 

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, with a proclamation read during the event. There will be special performances 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). 

“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, 2026 
  • Time: 6 PM to 8 PM
  • Location: Apopka Community Center located at 519 S. Central Ave., Apopka, FL 32703
  • Free Admission 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. 

Visit our Apopka Youth Council Black History Month page to learn more.

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