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Black History Month
Black History Month
Events 2021
Celebrating the Strength & Resilience of the Black Community in Southwestern Ontario
This year's programs (except the Food Festival) will take place online using Zoom.
Register for online programs at lbhcc.eventbrite.com
Opening Celebration
Free
Saturday February 6, 1 - 2:30PM
Special Guest Aaron Francis, Creator and Curator of Vintage Black Canada will share images and stories from various families from Southwestern Ontario. This year's performances will also include 519 School of Hip Hop, Shanelle Twumasi and Helen Hibbert along with a selection of cultural groups & businesses that will be highlighted during the program.
For further information please contact Leroy Hibbert: leroy@lusocentre.org
Youth Forum
Free
Saturday February 20, 12 - 3PM
The purpose of the Youth Forum is to provide an engaging empowering and educational way to discuss issues and build community among Black Youth and Indigenous Youth.
Contact Carl Cadogan at carlcadogan@gmail.com
Children’s Celebration
Free
Every Monday in February
Starting Monday February 1, 6:30 - 7PM
The goal of the Family Celebration is to showcase Black history and culture to all families in London and area, through stories, folklore, music, dance and much more. Our hope is that the rich, cultural performances will inspire curiousity in all, and help break down any barriers that might exist.
Contact Christina at christinalord14@gmail.com
Virtual Presentation & Discussion
Free
Wednesday February 17, 7 - 9PM
Canadian Black History: Who is telling the Story? Key Note: Natasha Henry, President - Ontario Black History Society.
Organized by Congress of Black Women, London Chapter
African Food Festival
$10/person
$20/Family
$20/Family
Friday February 19, 4 - 7PM
Food Experience and the opportunity to order African food and pick up at Yaya's Kitchen
630 Dundas St, London, ON N5W 2Y8
Phone: (519) 319-3463
We will serve food from different African countries and culture
Contact: fanny.newport@ccflondon.ca
Cost: $10.00 per person or $20.00 for a family of up to four
LEWIS CORAY TRAILBLAZER AWARD FOR YOUTH
Friday February 26, 7 - 9PM
Join the London Police Service to celebrate Trailblazer Award winners and recognize youth from the African, Caribbean and Black communities.
This year’s keynote speaker is Barbara Nathoo. Barbara has been an educator for 33 years and is currently an elementary principal at St-Jude Elementary School. Having the lived experience of an immigrant child, Barb is passionate about teaching, learning and equitable outcomes for all children from all backgrounds and cultures.
Sergeant Lewis Coray was the first black officer hired by the London Police Service. The annual Trailblazer Award continues to celebrate his contribution to policing and to the London community.
Contact: Alcindor Pierre at APierre@londonpolice.ca
Constable Anthea Fordyce - diversityofficer@londonpolice.ca
Closing Celebration
Saturday February 27, 2 - 5PM
The closing Celebration is a celebration of culture that is the Black Community in London and beyond. Featuring artists and local musicians.
2021 BLACK COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - CALL FOR NOMINEES
Saturday February 27, 2 - 5PM
The London Black History Coordinating Committee will recognize two deserving members of our community (one male and one female) based on their past and or present service and contribution to the community, both in the Black community and the community at large.
To be considered, applications are due on or before Friday January 22
Forms available hereContact: info@lbhcc.ca
Museum London
Museum London is celebrating Black History Month with a video tour of the exhibition "Black Lives Matter, London" featuring signs from the 2020 Black Lives Matter protest. They will also be releasing a Black History Tour of London and Southwestern Ontario and make sure to check out Melanated View; a TV series created by five Black Canadians who share their experiences in an open dialogue!
There's so much more!
Would you like to promote your Black History month event?
To include your events on our website, email: info@lbhcc.ca
Celebrate Black Voices: Adult Online Reading Challenge
Feb 1-Mar 7
Discover both new and treasured works from Black authors recommended by our community and librarians. Log your reading time to earn badges and chances to win prizes. There are multiple gift cards to be won! To join the Adult Online Reading Challenge register or participate with your existing Beanstack account at the URL link below OR download the Beanstack Tracker app to register/participate on a device. Log your reading time to earn badges, and earn draw entries with each completed badge.
Library Spotlight: Black History Month
In honour of Black History Month, this list features current, well-reviewed fiction and nonfiction titles that reflect the experiences and voices of persons of colour.
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