Come join us for our Black History Month programming:
February Schedule
Sun, February 1 at 12:30 pm
High Priestess of Soul Offerings and Reminders with Rita Wilson
Nina Simone was a dynamic and influential artist still relevant today. Some of her most impactful songs include her version of “Pirate Jenny,” “Mississippi Goddamn” and” I Wish I Knew How It Feels to be Free.” She was a talented, creative, and outspoken voice during the Civil Rights Movement.
With music by Dupree & Barry Kornhauser. Click here for more information.
Sun, February 8 at 12:30 pm
Writing to Remember with Jacqueline Woodson
Using excerpts from various books that she’s written, Woodson will speak on the importance of our stories in the world and holding history through narrative.
This event is ASL interpreted. Click here for more information.
Sun, February 15 at 12:30 pm
Art Is My Weapon with Hollis King
Spend an afternoon with Hollis King as he shares his journey using art as his voice to go from being an immigrant in the stockroom to a Grammy nominee. Hollis would like to inspire you to use your voice, your art, your creativity as your weapon in these current challenging days. And to use your art to carve out a new future for yourself and in your community. Click here for more information.
Sun, February 22 at 12:30 pm
Black Americans and Resistance/Resilience with Lujira Cooper
Black Americans have long transformed resistance into resilience. This program examines the histories, stories, and strategies that have sustained Black communities in the ongoing pursuit of justice and liberation.
With music by Dupree.
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