Dayton Metro Library Celebrates Black History Month
DML has signed on to a statement by the Urban Libraries Council detailing its commitment to achieving racial and social equity by contributing to a more just society.
Dayton Metro Library Celebrates Black History Month
“We owe this to the communities we serve, particularly the most marginalized members,” said Rachel Gut, Deputy Executive Director. “During Black History Month, I encourage everyone to visit their Library, see what we are doing, and learn about the past and discover ways to get involved in making our communities more inclusive and just.”
A sampling of Black History Month programs and activities is below. Library programs are free and open to the public. For more information, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call (937) 463-2665.
Featured Presenters
WHO’S THAT LADY
Thursday, February 8 | 6 - 7:30 PM | Northwest Branch Library, 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
Karen D. Brame, Adjunct Professor of History, discusses various women achievers of the Africa Diaspora and their accomplishments in diverse genres.
BUFFALO SOLDIER IN THE HEART OF AMERICA
Monday, February 19 | 6 - 7:30 PM | Northwest Branch Library, 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
Karen D. Brame, Adjunct Professor of History, discusses the African American regiments (1866-1951) and the life and legacy of the brilliant Colonel Charles Young.
UNDERDOG ACADEMY CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS
Saturday, February 17 | 2:30 - 3:30 PM | Madden Hills Branch Library, 2542 Germantown St.
Saturday, March 17 | 2:30 - 3:30 PM | Westwood Branch Library, 3207 Hoover Ave.
Listen to original poems and get inspired to write your own with accomplished poet Leroy Bean. Adults
Activities
EXPRESS YOURSELF WRITING CONTEST FOR TEENS
OPEN February 1 - 28 | Northwest Branch Library, 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
Teens, express your thoughts, concerns, and accomplishments. Submission should be 250 words, typed or handwritten (legible). First place $75, Second place $50, Third place $25.
LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING
Northwest Branch Library, 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
Do you have what it takes to sing or rap your way to stardom? Impress the judges with your 5-minute performance - prizes awarded to the top three contestants. All ages welcome. Audition times:
Thursday, February 1 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Monday, February 5 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Wednesday, February 7 | 4 - 5 PM
Thursday, February 8 | 4 - 5 PM
Monday, February 12 | 4 - 5 PM
Thursday, February 15 | 5:30 - 6:30 PM
TEEN TALK: KEEPING IT REAL IN 2018
Northwest Branch Library, 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
Talk about the issues that are important to you. Teens.
Monday, February 5 | 5 - 5:30 PM
Thursday, February 8 | 5 - 5:30 PM
Thursday, February 15 | 5 - 5:30 PM
BLACK HISTORY DIORAMA CRAFT
Saturday, February 17 | 2 - 4 PM | Westwood Branch Library, 3207 Hoover Ave.
Create a diorama for display at the Library. All supplies provided. Tweens and Teens.
AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY TRIVIA
Wednesday, February 21 | 3:30 - 4:30 PM | Trotwood Branch Library, 651 E Main St.
Teens, team up in pairs and see how much you know.
MOVIE NIGHT: HIDDEN FIGURES
Thursday, February 22 | 6 - 8:30 PM | Huber Heights Branch Library, 6160 Chambersburg Rd
Enjoy an excellent movie for the family and fresh popcorn! This film tells the story of three real-life African-American women who were a vital part of the NASA team. Rated PG.
GOT HISTORY? BLACK HISTORY CELEBRATION
Wednesday, February 28 | 3 - 6 PM | Northwest Branch Library, 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
Join us for art, music, food and culture!
Exhibits & Displays
BLACK HISTORY MONTH TRIVIA
February 1 - 28 | Madden Hills Branch Library, 2542 Germantown St.
Learn about familiar and unfamiliar African Americans and their accomplishments, then take a quiz to see if you know who’s who! All participants get a treat. Tweens, teens and all ages.
WHO AM I?
February 1 - 28 | Northwest Branch Library, 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
An interactive display features facts about 15 trailblazing African Americans.
AUTHORS OF COLOR
February 1 - 28 | New Lebanon Branch Library, 715 W. Main St.
A display featuring books for all ages.
Links & Tags
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