African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 26th
February 25th, 2011 by Shorty
Congress and the African American
Saturday, February 26, 10:00 a.m.
Harold Washington Library Center, Chicago Authors Room
A tour of congressional documents relating to the African American experience. Starting with the first Congress in 1789, congressional documents provide a treasure trove of original source materials.
Introduction to African American History Genealogy Database
Saturday, February 26, 10:00 a.m.
Harold Washington Library Center
Participants will explore using newspapers, biographical and history databases, plus genealogical and census information to trace individual and family histories. Registration is required; call (312) 747-4600.
African Mask Making with Pamela Clemons
Saturday, February 26, 1:00 p.m.
Beverly Branch
Expressions of Michael Jackson
Saturday, February 26, 2:00 p.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
For Children, By Children will present a musical performance highlighting the life and career of the “King of Pop.”
Visit the Chicago Public Library to get addresses to the different branches.
Image: Shorty’s Thoughts on Low Voter Turnout on Tuesday, February 22, 2011
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 24th
February 24th, 2011 by Shorty
After School Matters: Urban Griots
Thursday, February 24, 4:00 p.m.
Whitney M. Young, Jr. Branch
After School Matters teenagers will offer expressive, thought-provoking spoken word, dance and musical performances.
Whitney Young is located at 7901 S King Dr in Chicago. Feel free to contact them at (312) 747-0039.
Be sure to let us
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 23rd
February 21st, 2011 by Shorty
African American Stories and Crafts for Preschoolers
Wednesday, February 23, 11:00 a.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
Knitting or Crocheting a Quilt Block
Wednesday, February 23, 4:00 p.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
After School Matters: Artist Development and Ethnic Dance Theater
Wednesday, February 23, 4:00 p.m.
Woodson Regional Library
After School Matters teenagers will present an afrocentric dance and theater performance.
The Art of Charcoal Drawing with Edwina Searcy
Wednesday, February 23, 4:00 p.m.
Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch
After School Matters: Urban Dance
Wednesday, February 23, 4:30 p.m.
Harold Washington Library Center, YOUmedia
After School Matters teenagers will demonstrate the latest urban dance moves in this toe-tapping and finger-popping high-energy performance.
After School Matters: Hip Hop Culture Dance
Wednesday, February 23, 4:45 p.m.
Harold Washington Library Center, YOUmedia
After School Matters teenagers will present a dynamic performance that fuses urban dance and popular culture.
After School Matters: Chicago Opera Theater
Wednesday, February 23, 5:00 p.m.
Harold Washington Library Center, YOUmedia
After School Matters teenagers will demonstrate the art of classical singing and acting.
African Flag Making: Flags of the Fanté Warriors
Wednesday, February 23, 6:30 p.m.
Vodak-East Side Branch
Children will learn about and create their own “Fanté Warrior of Ghana” flag using colored paper, felt and a variety of other materials.
Check out the Chicago Public Library website for addresses to the different branches.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 22nd
February 19th, 2011 by Shorty
Author’s Book Discussion
Tuesday, February 22, 6:00 p.m.
Kelly Branch – 6151 S. Normal
Author Marcus Jones will present his inspirational story of adversity to triumph and will give advice to inspire and encourage young adults and others not to join gangs.
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African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 19th
February 17th, 2011 by Shorty
Oscar Micheaux: An African American Trailblazer
Saturday, February 19, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Coleman Branch
Film screening of Within Our Gates. The presentation of Within Our Gates is made possible through the kind permission of Grapevine Video.
Oscar Micheaux: An African American Trailblazer Panel Discussion
Saturday, February 19, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Coleman Branch
African Mask Making with Pamela Clemons
Saturday, February 19, 11:00 a.m.
Jefferson Park Branch
African American Storytelling with Linda Braggs
Saturday, February 19, 12:00 p.m.
Sherman Park Branch
Mahalia Jackson: In Celebration of Her 100th Birthday
Saturday, February 19, 2:00 p.m.
Woodson Regional Library
Dana Hall, music director of the Chicago Jazz Ensemble, will present a music-listening session and discussion of Mahalia Jackson’s role in the Civil Rights movement and her influence on gospel music in Chicago.
Visit the Chicago Public Library’s site to get addresses and telephone numbers to these libraries.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 18th
February 17th, 2011 by Shorty
Book Club: Share and Tell
Friday, February 18, 3:30 p.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
Celebrate diversity by sharing and discussing favorite books and poems by and about African Americans.
Jeffrey Manor is located at 2401 East 100th Street. Contact them at (312) 747-6479.
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American Girl Addy will be at Walker Library on February 17th
February 15th, 2011 by Shorty
American Girl Lemonade Social with Addy Walker
Thursday, February 17, 6:00 p.m.
Walker Branch
11071 S. Hoyne
Participants will talk about Addy, her family, their lives as slaves and the Civil War time period. They also will play games, hear and sing songs and make a craft from the Civil War era.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 15th
February 13th, 2011 by Shorty
African American Storytelling with Velma Gladney
Tuesday, February 15, 4:00 p.m.
Kelly Branch
Beat Making with Jeffrey Hodges
Tuesday, February 15, 4:00 p.m.
Pullman Branch
Adult Book Discussion
Tuesday, February 15, 6:00 p.m.
Hall Branch
A discussion of Color Me Butterfly by L.Y. Marlow, a powerful tale of four generations of women who survived domestic abuse.
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Free Black History Month Family Dance Class – Dunham Master Class – February 10, 2011
February 10th, 2011 by Shorty
You and your family can enjoy a free Dunham Master dance class at Harold Washington Library at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 10, 2011. While I don’t have all the details, you may contact Harold Washington directly for more information at (312) 747-4300. The library is located at 400 S. State Street.
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African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 10th
February 8th, 2011 by Shorty
Beat Making with Jeffrey Hodges
Thursday, February 10, 4:00 p.m.
Avalon Branch
Jeffrey Hodges will demonstrate the art of music beat making. Each participant will take home a CD with their original music beat. Recommended for ages 8 and older.
Avalon is located at 8148 S. Stony Island Avenue. Contact them at 312-747-5234 for more information.
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