EVPL invites you to celebrate Black History Month with us this February 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.
And be sure to check out our Materials Talks featuring Black authors and stories:
Programs and Activities
Youth
- Scavenger Hunt
- All month • EVPL North Park
- Black History Month Coloring Pages
- All month • All EVPL locations
- Book n’ Cook: Black History Month
- Saturday, February 4 at 11:00 am • EVPL Virtual
- Black History Month Art Show and Concert
- Friday, February 17 at 5:00 pm • EVPL East
Teen
- Black History Month Art Show and Concert
- Friday, February 17 at 5:00 pm • EVPL East
Adult
- Black History Month Movie Celebration
- Saturday, February 18 at 1:00 pm • EVPL McCollough
- Screening of PBS’ American Experience: The Abolitionists
- Sunday, February 19 at 1:00 pm • EVPL Central
- Cookbook Club: Gulla Geechee Home Cooking
- Thursday, February 23 at 6:00 pm • EVPL Central
- Quilts of Gee’s Bend
- Tuesday, February 28 at 6:00 pm • EVPL Oaklyn
Family Fun
- African American Read-In
- Monday, February 13 at 3:30 pm • EVPL North Park
- Black History Month Art Show and Concert
- Friday, February 17 at 5:00 pm • EVPL East
- Crafternoon: Watch Party: The Princess and the Frog
- Monday, February 27 at 4:00 pm • EVPL North Park
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.
Black History Month Reading Challenge
The Black History Month Reading Challenge encourages readers to read materials from prominent Black authors. When readers fulfill three of the reading challenge prompts, they will be entered for a chance to win a prize.
You can pick up an entry form at any EVPL location or print one at home.
Black History Month Art Contest
Local students are encouraged to enter EVPL’s Black History Month Art Contest by submitting a piece of art that represents what Black History Month means to them. Participants must drop off their art with an official registration form to EVPL East by Friday, February 3, at 6:00 pm. Art will be on display during the month of February at EVPL East with a special program on Friday, February 17, for students to present their art to the community. Guests can also enjoy snacks, beverages, and music from local musician, Zion.
