Black Youth in Action to host 2017 Debutante Ball Nov. 18

Black Youth in Action of Harford and Cecil Counties will host the 39th annual Debutante Ball Nov. 18 at Martin's East at 6 p.m. Tickets are $65.00.

The event presents high school juniors and seniors into society. These young people are supported by community, businesses and other organizations. The debutantes participate in workshops dealing with sisterhood, self-esteem, health & physical fitness. They had volunteer opportunites and a college tour. These sponsored activities help prepare them with the knowledge and the confidence to take part in leadership roles in today's society.

Debutante participants also receive a college stipend.

Black Youth in Action was organized in the spring of 1972 by Mazie Taylor, a Harford County public school teacher, to support black youth in the community. The organization instills cultural heritage and a spirit of unity and love for God, family and community. The organization sponsors several other events during the year. Any students in elementary or older can join the organization. Go to www.blackyouthinactionadults.o... for more information and tickets for the Debutante Ball.