Angela Bassett to Appear at Black Theatre Festival j Angela Bassett m (1. to r.) Karen Ben bow, Dominique Ben bow and Secretary Sam Hunt Seat Belt Saved Mom and Daughter During a recent ceremony at the State Capitol, a Winston-Salem fam ily was recognized as living proof of the effectiveness of safety belts and child-safety seats. North Carolina Secretary of Transportation Sam Hunt presented "Saved by the Belt" certificates to Karen Benbow and 6-year-old Dominique at a ceremony at the Old , House Chamber of the State Capitol in Raleigh. In the incidents involving each family qualifying for the "Saved by the Belt** award, the investigating police officer reported use of a safety belt or child restraint system is what saved their lives. Benbow was traveling in Forsyth County when her car was hit by another driver in a side impact collision. The wreck spun the car around causing extensive dam age. Dominique, who was in the front passenger seat at the time, was uninjured because she was wearing her safety belt It is probable that she would have hit the windshield had she not been in her safety belt Have a Safe Fourth of July Holiday Think about safety while enjoy ing the Fourth of July holiday and vacation. Remember the following safety tips: Be very cautious when driving long distances. Needless to say, watch other drivers and take fre quent rest stops. Stopping from time to time can keep you awake and help vou to be more alert. Make boredom, confusion or disagree ments. Be sure to include a first-aid Jut. Remember to buckle your seat belts and those of the children. If swimming is a part of the activities during the holiday, be sure there is a life guard around for deep HOME ECONOMICS By Joanne j. falls Home Economic Extension Agent sure you have a good spare tire in the car. At rest stops, make sure you lock your car when you get out and hold on to hand bags and wallets. If children are traveling with you, watch them at all times. Encourage them to be cautious when using the restroom or make sure an adult accompanies the child. It's good to be prepared when traveling b> car. Water, cups and snacks should be available. A flash light is a must Books, games, puz zles and cassettes for young chil dren are entertaining. These things will keep the chil dren occupied and will eliminate i wWffif pools. Life nets are good for deep sea fishing or boat rides. The holiday campers and bicy cle riders should play safe. Bicycle riders should always stop and look both ways when turning or pulling out in traffic and use hand signals. Ride on the right side of the road. Don't do tricks in the road, stop at stop signs and never ride double on a bicycle. Campers should be prepared to control insects and pests. Make sure you have the proper equipment and supplies for camping. Angela B as sett, who stars as Tina Turner in tha bio-picture "What's Love Got to Do With IC has joined the list of stars to appear at the 1993 National Black Theatre Festival. She has received rave reviews for her role as the sultry singer. Critics and audiences alike are singing praises for her remark able and breathtaking performance. Bassett will be an honored guest at the festival's Opening Gala on Aug. 2 at the Benton Convention Center. The festival will run from Aug. 2-7 with more than 50 perfor mances by 24 nationally acclaimed African-American production Com panies. Tickets for the gala and per formances are now on sale at the festival office by calling 723-7907. Recently, Bassett starred oppo site Denzel Washington in Spike Lee's epic film "Malcolm X,** por traying Betty Shabazz, the wife of the Muslim leader. Her powerful performance has drawn attention from critics around the country. She also appeared in the critically acclaimed blockbuster ABC mini series, "The Jackaons: An American Dream." Her role spanned 30 years and was a touching portrayal of Katherine Jackson, the mother of the Jackson family. Larry Leon Hamlin, the pro ducer and artistic director of the fes tival, said Bassett will join an impressive list of star* that include Harry Belafonte, Delia Rqese, Sid ney Poitier, John Amos, Clifton Davis, Ja'Net DuBois, Dick Anthony Williams, Hattie Winston and over 40 others. "Angela's appearance at the festival further exemplifies the his toric importance of this event," said Hamlin. "She is having unbeliev able momentum in her career. Many young people will have an opportu nity to meet and talk with her. She is an extraordinary role model and actress.** Tickets to shows and the Opening Night Gala for the 1993 National Black Theatre Festival are now on sale. Ticket prices range from $10 to $20. Tickets for the Gala are limited. Prices are $100 and $80 that can be paid by certified check, money order, Mastercard and Visa. For more information, contact the festival office 723-7907 Sw moHt rtviiw on Page CI Theatre Festival SPECIAL TABLOID SECTION July 29. 1993 Over 50 Performance* 24 of the Beet Black Theatres in America Hosted by the North Carolina Black Repertory Com pany. the third biennial National Black Theatre Festival will take place August 2-7. In Winston- Salem. NC. Don t miss this opportunity to celebrate the exis tence and accomplishments of some of the best theatre artists and companies In the nation. Twenty- four of America s top African-American the atre companies will be showcasing their best work and leading stimulating workshops. 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