Black-Owned Businesses Showcased In West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD, CT — West Hartford Town Hall this Saturday is hosting the annual Black Business Expo for the start of Black History Month, which is February. The West Hartford African American Social and Cultural Organization (WHAASCO) is presenting the free event on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the town hall auditorium, 50 S. Main St. The snow date is Feb. 15. “The expo is a vibrant celebration dedicated to honoring and promoting the achievements of black-owned businesses located in the West Hartford community,” wrote event organizers in an announcement. Participants can showcase their businesses for free and parking for the event is free as well. ” Come and show your support and learn more about these thriving black-owned businesses,” wrote organizers. For more information, e-mail whaasco70@gmail.com.