Food, documentary screenings, music, art and sculpture unveiling. Join neighbors for an afternoon block party honoring Berkeley civil rights leader William Byron Rumford. This free public event will feature music, food, film screenings, kids’ activities and festivities aimed at building community by celebrating the life and legacy of Mr. Rumford, a key player in the Civil Rights movement in California. Mr. Rumford (1908-1986) was the first African American elected to a state public office in Northern California. Among other achievements as a California Assembly member , he authored groundbreaking legislation which … Continue reading BLOCK PARTY CELEBRATING BERKELEY CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER William Rumford