Events
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Join us for a hands-on family program celebrating the rich traditions of quilting and weaving in Black culture. Together, we’ll explore how quilts have carried stories, honored ancestors, and preserved history across generations.
Families…
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Love books? Come to the Chapter Chat Book Club where we will be reading and discussing a book together every month! In honor of Black History Month we will be reading and discussing the book The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett.
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Join us at the library to learn about the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat in honor of Black History Month. We will do an art project inspired by his style. All materials will be provided. For kids (grades k-3).
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Our primary book for Storytime will be "The Undefeated," a powerful 2019 poem by Kwame Alexander, beautifully illustrated by Kadir Nelson. This inspiring, Caldecott Medal-winning book pays tribute to the resilience and achievements of Black…
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Celebrate Black History Month! Book talks featuring books by classic and contemporary African American authors will be presented. Then create a diamond painted ornament to commemorate the…
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Elizabeth Catlett is a prominent artist of the 20th century whose works depict Black experiences in America. Most notable are her linoleum prints which we will pull inspiration from to make our very own meaningful art! All…
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Join us for a movie night in honor of the 99th birthday of Bahamian-American actor and civil rights pioneer Sidney Poitier! Born February 20, 1927 in Miami, Poitier paved the way as one of the first Black leading men in Hollywood…
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Raye Montague was a naval engineer who designed ships. Learn about her work and do a science experiment. Are you ready to design a ship? Construct a tin foil boat, and see how much weight it can hold before it…
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Let's learn about Black History Month through stories, crafts, and STEAM stations in this interactive experience. For children ages 0-4 and their caregiver.
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Throughout the month of February, read The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead, and then join us at the Michael Kusalaba Library for a showing of the film adaptation and short discussion. Light refreshments will be provided.