Join Ta-Nehisi Coates and Nic Stone for a discussion on the new young reader's edition of Coates' memoir "The Beautiful Struggle."
Brontez Purnell, "100 Boyfriends"
Oakland, CA author and punk musician Brontez Purnell will have you picking your jaw up from the floor with his frank and funny new memoir, "100 Boyfriends," about growing up gay in Alabama. Catch him live in conversation with writer Kaitlyn Greenidge.
Film Screening: "Mr. SOUL!"
Watch the new "Mr. SOUL!" documentary on PBS and learn about the life of pioneering Black variety show host Ellis Haizlip before tuning into this discussion of Haizlip's work and it significance amid a changing political and social landscape in the late 60s.
Tandem Author Panel: Celebrating Black Voices in Children's Literature
Four popular Black voices in the childrens' book world talk about their work — from Star Trek biographies to barber shop illustrations — and discuss the need for more representation in the kids' section.
Why Black History (Month) Matters
Do you think it's best to leave history in the past? Get a peek at an alternative point of view when you attend this informal talk on why Black history still has relevance.
Joy & Connection With Chude Jideonwo
Chude Jideonwo is in the business of spreading joy. He's founder of Joy Inc. which supports co-working spaces for young people dealing with mental health challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa. Here Jideonwo will share how to find joy in life through authentic connection.
Dawn of Tango: The Untold Story of its Black Founding Fathers
Without Argentina's 19th century Black community, tango wouldn't exist. Why isn't this fact well-known? Join a tango teacher and lecturer for a digital investigation into the Black roots and evolution of tango.
Honoring Black Life: Nikki Giovanni
Elizabeth City State University and the National Endowment of the Arts presents this virtual lecture with award-winning poet, author, and educator Nikki Giovanni, who will lead a discussion honoring Black life.
Voices Beyond Borders: A Poetic and Musical Tribute to Paul Robeson
Born in 1898, athlete and performing artist Paul Robeson became an international star — and was blacklisted after speaking out against racism and becoming involved in politics. Remember his contributions via poetry and music that commemorates his vibrant voice.
More Than a Month Black History Series
"Before Black Lives Matter, they must be understood," says Dr. Matthew C. Whitaker, a historian, diversity, equity, inclusion leader, and motivational speaker. He leads this interactive webinar series, which focuses on a different topic and era each week.
Black History Month: "The Purpose of Power" Book Club With Alicia Garza
Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza joins the book club to discuss her book "The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart," along with special guests.
Georgina Lawton: "Raceless" Book Discussion
Georgina Lawton, a journalist and podcast host ("The Secrets In Us"), discusses racial identity and grapples with difficult questions about love, shame, grief, and prejudice in her new book, "Raceless."
The Boozy Art Historian: Black History Month Edition
Celebrate Black History Month by talking about historical and contemporary Black artists! This is a lively conversation, not a lecture, hosted by the Curious Art Historian.
Black History Month Trivia & Games Night
A community church presents a night of trivia and games focused on Black History Month. Attend for fun and learning, and enter for a chance to win various gift cards.
Diaspora Dance Festival
Celebrate the wealth of dance traditions originating from Black cultures, including bomba, Afrobeat, zumba. soca, and kizomba as choreographers, drummers, and vendors come together for this festival.
Drunk Black History
Comedians Brandon Collins and Gordon Baker-Bone invite a lineup of guests to get a little tipsy and tell the stories of Black historical figures … kinda like that popular Comedy Central show.
I ❤️ My Blackness and Yours: Celebrating Black Photographers
Wee the People, a Boston-based social justice project for kids, celebrates Blackness through photography. Join for a reading of Carole Boston Weatherford’s picture book “Gordon Parks: How the Photographer Captured Black and White America” and stick around for a crafting project.
"Do the Right Thing" Film Discussion
Join moderator Christina Hartlieb, the executive director of the Harriet Beecher Stowe House, to discuss the themes and tension of "Do the Right Thing," one of Spike Lee's most visceral films. One thing to consider: Did Lee's character, Mookie, do the right thing?
Joyfully Together: Anger, Rage, Love
Celebrate Black History Month and LGBTQIA+ Month with a talk featuring teachers and authors Lama Rod Owens, Ruth King and Simran Uppal. They'll explore anger in our current political time, the creative energy of rage, and love.
Black Laughs Matter Virtual Comedy Show
Some of the best Black comics in the Bay Area will grace your screen and make you forget all about the dumpster fire that is 2020 — at least for an hour or so.
@thirteenlune Virtual Events
Black and Brown beauty destination Thirteen Lune is going live with industry experts, including Lauren Napier Beauty on Feb. 23. On Feb. 28, Thirteen Lune co-founder Nyakio Grieco will discuss how to create a loyal following and grow n the beauty industry.
Virtual Paint Night: Black History Month
Get step-by-step instructions as you create a canvas masterpiece that honors giants in African American history and enjoy curated music. Just provide your own supplies at home.
A Black History Month Celebration: Black History Didn't Start With Slavery
Say it loud: Black history goes way beyond slavery. In this event, guest speakers, spoken word performers, and more celebrate rich Black history and recognize that Black people have been talented pioneers and inventors in a variety of fields.
Black History Game Night
Melaneyes Media hosts a free family Black History Game Night every Sunday this month. Upcoming nights focus on science and inventors and sports and entertainment.
Black Velveteen Yoga Tuesday Vinyasa Class
This mixed level vinyasa yoga class is open to all levels. Instructor Marquita Rene will guide students on meditation, pranayama (breathwork) and sequenced asanas (poses). The class is free, and she’ll provide a list of organizations you can support to #flowforacause.
P&P Live! Anne Lamott, "Dusk, Night, Dawn"
Bestselling author Anne Lamott discusses her latest book, an inspiring guide to restoring hope and joy in our lives.
Our Bodies Are Art: The Power of Aesthetic Excess
This roundtable discussion on Jillian Hernandez's book discusses how Black and Latina girls' "excessive" aesthetics are both sexualized by middle-class aesthetic values, while being appropriated by the contemporary art scene.
Black Abolitionist Tour of London
Historian Dr Hannah-Rose Murray guides you to six sites in London where African American activists made historic impact in the global effort to abolish the slave trade in the 18th century. Their testimonies and appearances throughout the TK were pivotal to the movement.
Ibram X. Kendi's "Stamped From the Beginning" Book Group
Antiracist scholar Ibram X. Kendi chronicles the history of anti-Black racist ideas and their staggering power over the course of American history in "Stamped From the Beginning." PCISJ will hold five separate virtual Book Group discussions on the book, each featuring a historian.
Reading Under the Influence: Music, History, and Race
Renowned music writers Regina Bradley, Adam Gussow, and Claudrena Harold have chronicled everything from Atlanta hip-hop to gospel history. They'll speak on this panel about the ways American identity has been created by the sounds of the Black community.
Black Feminist Night School @ Zora's House
Women of color are welcome to this free interactive masterclass, where a different topic is explored monthly through the lens of Black feminism.
The Feminist Art of Harlem: A Celebration of Remarkable Women
Take a virtual visit to Central Harlem and Spanish Harlem for a stunning exploration of local street art, walks of fme, and statues honoring local woman. A Q&A with the licensed NYC tour guide follows the interactive presentation.
Detroit's Black History Series
From the Underground Railroad to the Great Migration, Jazz Age to Motown, the Motor City has been a crucial part of Black history. Tour guide Jamon Jordan's Black History Month installment of his Detroit Black History series will delve deep into the the city's culture.
Ohm Woke in The Kitchen With Chef Sheena SheWins
In honor of Black History Month, learn to prepare foods that celebrate Black roots and culture in this interactive cooking class with chef Sheena SheWins. All participants will get a grocery list and prep instructions via email ahead of the class.
Ta-Nehisi Coates Book Discussion With Nic Stone
Join Ta-Nehisi Coates and Nic Stone for a discussion on the new young reader's edition of Coates' memoir "The Beautiful Struggle."
Brontez Purnell, "100 Boyfriends"
Oakland, CA author and punk musician Brontez Purnell will have you picking your jaw up from the floor with his frank and funny new memoir, "100 Boyfriends," about growing up gay in Alabama. Catch him live in conversation with writer Kaitlyn Greenidge.
Film Screening: "Mr. SOUL!"
Watch the new "Mr. SOUL!" documentary on PBS and learn about the life of pioneering Black variety show host Ellis Haizlip before tuning into this discussion of Haizlip's work and it significance amid a changing political and social landscape in the late 60s.
Tandem Author Panel: Celebrating Black Voices in Children's Literature
Four popular Black voices in the childrens' book world talk about their work — from Star Trek biographies to barber shop illustrations — and discuss the need for more representation in the kids' section.
Why Black History (Month) Matters
Do you think it's best to leave history in the past? Get a peek at an alternative point of view when you attend this informal talk on why Black history still has relevance.
Joy & Connection With Chude Jideonwo
Chude Jideonwo is in the business of spreading joy. He's founder of Joy Inc. which supports co-working spaces for young people dealing with mental health challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa. Here Jideonwo will share how to find joy in life through authentic connection.
Dawn of Tango: The Untold Story of its Black Founding Fathers
Without Argentina's 19th century Black community, tango wouldn't exist. Why isn't this fact well-known? Join a tango teacher and lecturer for a digital investigation into the Black roots and evolution of tango.
Honoring Black Life: Nikki Giovanni
Elizabeth City State University and the National Endowment of the Arts presents this virtual lecture with award-winning poet, author, and educator Nikki Giovanni, who will lead a discussion honoring Black life.
Voices Beyond Borders: A Poetic and Musical Tribute to Paul Robeson
Born in 1898, athlete and performing artist Paul Robeson became an international star — and was blacklisted after speaking out against racism and becoming involved in politics. Remember his contributions via poetry and music that commemorates his vibrant voice.
More Than a Month Black History Series
"Before Black Lives Matter, they must be understood," says Dr. Matthew C. Whitaker, a historian, diversity, equity, inclusion leader, and motivational speaker. He leads this interactive webinar series, which focuses on a different topic and era each week.
Black History Month: "The Purpose of Power" Book Club With Alicia Garza
Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza joins the book club to discuss her book "The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart," along with special guests.
Georgina Lawton: "Raceless" Book Discussion
Georgina Lawton, a journalist and podcast host ("The Secrets In Us"), discusses racial identity and grapples with difficult questions about love, shame, grief, and prejudice in her new book, "Raceless."
The Boozy Art Historian: Black History Month Edition
Celebrate Black History Month by talking about historical and contemporary Black artists! This is a lively conversation, not a lecture, hosted by the Curious Art Historian.
Black History Month Trivia & Games Night
A community church presents a night of trivia and games focused on Black History Month. Attend for fun and learning, and enter for a chance to win various gift cards.
Diaspora Dance Festival
Celebrate the wealth of dance traditions originating from Black cultures, including bomba, Afrobeat, zumba. soca, and kizomba as choreographers, drummers, and vendors come together for this festival.
Drunk Black History
Comedians Brandon Collins and Gordon Baker-Bone invite a lineup of guests to get a little tipsy and tell the stories of Black historical figures … kinda like that popular Comedy Central show.
I ❤️ My Blackness and Yours: Celebrating Black Photographers
Wee the People, a Boston-based social justice project for kids, celebrates Blackness through photography. Join for a reading of Carole Boston Weatherford’s picture book “Gordon Parks: How the Photographer Captured Black and White America” and stick around for a crafting project.
"Do the Right Thing" Film Discussion
Join moderator Christina Hartlieb, the executive director of the Harriet Beecher Stowe House, to discuss the themes and tension of "Do the Right Thing," one of Spike Lee's most visceral films. One thing to consider: Did Lee's character, Mookie, do the right thing?
Joyfully Together: Anger, Rage, Love
Celebrate Black History Month and LGBTQIA+ Month with a talk featuring teachers and authors Lama Rod Owens, Ruth King and Simran Uppal. They'll explore anger in our current political time, the creative energy of rage, and love.
Black Laughs Matter Virtual Comedy Show
Some of the best Black comics in the Bay Area will grace your screen and make you forget all about the dumpster fire that is 2020 — at least for an hour or so.
@thirteenlune Virtual Events
Black and Brown beauty destination Thirteen Lune is going live with industry experts, including Lauren Napier Beauty on Feb. 23. On Feb. 28, Thirteen Lune co-founder Nyakio Grieco will discuss how to create a loyal following and grow n the beauty industry.
Virtual Paint Night: Black History Month
Get step-by-step instructions as you create a canvas masterpiece that honors giants in African American history and enjoy curated music. Just provide your own supplies at home.
A Black History Month Celebration: Black History Didn't Start With Slavery
Say it loud: Black history goes way beyond slavery. In this event, guest speakers, spoken word performers, and more celebrate rich Black history and recognize that Black people have been talented pioneers and inventors in a variety of fields.
Black History Game Night
Melaneyes Media hosts a free family Black History Game Night every Sunday this month. Upcoming nights focus on science and inventors and sports and entertainment.
Black Velveteen Yoga Tuesday Vinyasa Class
This mixed level vinyasa yoga class is open to all levels. Instructor Marquita Rene will guide students on meditation, pranayama (breathwork) and sequenced asanas (poses). The class is free, and she’ll provide a list of organizations you can support to #flowforacause.
P&P Live! Anne Lamott, "Dusk, Night, Dawn"
Bestselling author Anne Lamott discusses her latest book, an inspiring guide to restoring hope and joy in our lives.
Our Bodies Are Art: The Power of Aesthetic Excess
This roundtable discussion on Jillian Hernandez's book discusses how Black and Latina girls' "excessive" aesthetics are both sexualized by middle-class aesthetic values, while being appropriated by the contemporary art scene.
Black Abolitionist Tour of London
Historian Dr Hannah-Rose Murray guides you to six sites in London where African American activists made historic impact in the global effort to abolish the slave trade in the 18th century. Their testimonies and appearances throughout the TK were pivotal to the movement.
Ibram X. Kendi's "Stamped From the Beginning" Book Group
Antiracist scholar Ibram X. Kendi chronicles the history of anti-Black racist ideas and their staggering power over the course of American history in "Stamped From the Beginning." PCISJ will hold five separate virtual Book Group discussions on the book, each featuring a historian.
Reading Under the Influence: Music, History, and Race
Renowned music writers Regina Bradley, Adam Gussow, and Claudrena Harold have chronicled everything from Atlanta hip-hop to gospel history. They'll speak on this panel about the ways American identity has been created by the sounds of the Black community.
Black Feminist Night School @ Zora's House
Women of color are welcome to this free interactive masterclass, where a different topic is explored monthly through the lens of Black feminism.
The Feminist Art of Harlem: A Celebration of Remarkable Women
Take a virtual visit to Central Harlem and Spanish Harlem for a stunning exploration of local street art, walks of fme, and statues honoring local woman. A Q&A with the licensed NYC tour guide follows the interactive presentation.
Detroit's Black History Series
From the Underground Railroad to the Great Migration, Jazz Age to Motown, the Motor City has been a crucial part of Black history. Tour guide Jamon Jordan's Black History Month installment of his Detroit Black History series will delve deep into the the city's culture.
Ohm Woke in The Kitchen With Chef Sheena SheWins
In honor of Black History Month, learn to prepare foods that celebrate Black roots and culture in this interactive cooking class with chef Sheena SheWins. All participants will get a grocery list and prep instructions via email ahead of the class.