EVPL invites you to celebrate Black History Month with us as we look at the history of Black Americans, the advocacy led by modern Black Americans, and the central role Black Americans have played in U.S. history.
Recommended Reads
Explore our Beanstack Black History Month book lists for children, teens, and adults. Each list features books by Black authors, are about Black history, or highlights the work done by Black individuals.
Programs and Activities
Youth
- Scavenger Hunt
- All month • EVPL North Park
- STEAM Spirit: Black History Month Spotlight
- Wednesday, February 2 at 4:00 pm • EVPL McCollough
- Family Storytime
- Wednesday, February 23 at 10:00 am • EVPL Red Bank
Teen
- Teen Trivia: Black History Month
- Monday, February 21 at 4:00 pm • EVPL Central
- YA Novels & Comics to Read in Celebration of Black History Month
- EVPL Virtual
- Spotlight on YA Black Authors
- EVPL Virtual
Adult
- Spotlight on Black Romance Authors
- Wednesday, February 9 • EVPL Virtual
- Fright Club: Dread Nation by Justina Ireland
- Thursday, February 16 at 6:00 pm • EVPL North Park
- Rather Be Reading: Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
- Tuesday, February 22 at 2:00 pm • EVPL North Park
Family Fun
- Family Movie: Queen of Katwe
- Friday, February 18 at 4:00 pm • EVPL McCollough
- Children’s Movie: The Princess and the Frog
- Monday, February 21 at 12:00 pm • EVPL Central
- Family Movie Night: Soul
- Tuesday, February 22 at 3:30 pm • EVPL Central
- African American Read-In
- Thursday, February 24 at 3:00 pm • EVPL Central
Book Bundles
Book Bundles reserved for February will be curated to highlight Black History Month. Book Bundles are curated packs of movies, books, and/or CDs. Book Bundles are available to be picked up at any EVPL location.
Keep Rolling Campaign Exhibit
At EVPL Central, library users can learn about the impact of healthy lifestyles with an interactive display curated by local activist and founder of the Keep Rolling Campaign, DeAndre Wilson.
