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Black History Month Celebration

Celebración del Mes de la Historia Afroamericana
2024-02-17 11:00:00 2024-02-17 13:00:00 America/Chicago Black History Month Celebration Warren-Newport Public Library - Meeting Room A/B

Saturday, February 17
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-02-17 11:00:00 2024-02-17 13:00:00 America/Chicago Black History Month Celebration Let's celebrate! Drop in anytime during the event for a variety of fun activities! Warren-Newport Public Library - Meeting Room A/B

Let's celebrate! Drop in anytime during the event for a variety of fun activities!

Warren-Newport Public Library Presents:

  • Cultural Presentation by Sylvia England from the African American Museum at the England Manor (11:00-11:10am)
  • Black Influenced Mixx Fit Dance and Performance led by LTX Dance Studios (11:10-11:30am)
  • Performance of The Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing" by Woodland District 50 Students (11:30-11:40am)
  • Poetry Reading by Acclaimed Poet Jacqueline Harris (11:40-12:00pm)
  • Special Guest Performance by Accomplished Singer Jonelle Glori from Another Vision Productions (12:00-12:20pm)
  • Educational Musical Performance by Renowned Yolanda Brooks from Arize Beyond (12:20-12:45pm)
  • SPECIAL BONUS: Join a lively discussion with Woodland District 50’s Black Dads Rock Panel moderated by Woodland District 50 Equity Leaders, At-Risk Parent Facilitator, and Students (12:45pm)

Community Leader Panelist:

    • Bryon Harris
    • Jay Wiltshire
    • Lewis Reams
    • Gregory Garner
    • Dane Cruz
    • Chris Cook
  • Interactive Community Art Project with the Dandelion Art Gallery & Studios - Take home your own lino print! 
  • Art display honoring Black History by Woodland District 50 Students
  • Free Take n' Make Art Kits Inspired by Alma Woodsey Thomas (while supplies last)
  • Free books and gift bags provided by community partners

Let's celebrate! Drop in anytime during the event for a variety of fun activities!
Receive a free goody-bag with a book, while supplies last.


¡Vamos a celebrar!¡Venga en cualquier momento durante el evento y disfrute de una variedad de actividades divertidas! Reciba una bolsa de obsequios gratis con un libro, cantidades limitadas.

OPEN TO ALL. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

TODOS BIENVENIDOS. NO ES NECESARIO EL REGISTRO. 

Warren-Newport Public Library
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Phone: 847-244-5150
Hours
Mon, May 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 23 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 24 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the library

Founded in 1973, the award-winning Warren-Newport Public Library serves a population of approximately 60,000 within a 55-square mile area. The library offers books, movies, and music in the collections and engaging programs for all ages. WNPL also provides many educational and entertaining online resources, including ebooks, eaudiobooks, streaming media and research databases.

Upcoming events

Friends of WNPL Meeting
Thu, May 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Flex
Cancelled
Teen Open Art Studio - Grades 6 - 12
Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pokémon in the Park - Grades 3 - 8
Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stuffy Sleepover! - Ages 3-7 with caregiver
Thu, May 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
The Flex
Cancelled
Spanish Café - Café en Español
Thu, May 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Photo Op with Stitch
Fri, May 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Kids in the Kitchen - Pizza Bombs - Grades K-3 with caregiver
Sat, May 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Project of the Week - Watercolor Cherry Blossoms
Tue, May 27, All day
Cricut Demonstration - The Workshop
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
The Workshop
Finals Cafe - Grades 9-12
Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
The Flex
Cancelled
Crafting in the Vault - Grades 6 - 12
Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Board Game Night
Tue, May 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Point
Family Movie Night - Moana 2 - Rated PG
Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Finals Cafe - Grades 9-12
Wed, May 28, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A
Preschool Art - Ages 3-5 with caregiver
Wed, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Flex
National Paper Airplane Day - Grades K-2
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Dungeons and Dragons (Grades 9-12)
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 3
Embroidery Machine Demonstration - The Workshop
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
The Workshop
No Pressure Book Club
Wed, May 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Rescheduled
Adult Improv Workshop
Wed, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Wednesday, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cancelled
Teen Open Art Studio - Grades 6 - 12
Thu, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DIY Adult Crafts - Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Thu, May 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Flex
This event is full
Art of Indonesian Batik - Grades K-5
Sat, May 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A
Project of the Week - Crochet Pride Flags
Mon, Jun 02, All day
The Workshop
Adult Estimation Jar
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Lego Spike - Grades 4-12
Mon, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Flex
Summer Vision Boards
Mon, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A
All About Dogs Storytime - Ages 3-6 with Caregiver
Mon, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Flex
Basic Computer Skills Training
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clevertouch,The Flex
Firearm Lock Distribution Event
Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Lobby
Dungeons and Dragons (Adults)
Tue, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A
Spa Day | Día de spa
Tue, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
This event is full
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Tue, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room
Basic Computer Skills Training
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clevertouch,The Flex
Mobile Diaper Pantry - Keeping Families Covered
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Register
Stitch & Share - For beginners, hobbyists and pros!
Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B
Rescheduled
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Presented by the Patricia A. Jones Center of Waukegan
Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Thursday, June 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Presented by the Patricia A. Jones Center of Waukegan
Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Job Center on the Move - Employment Preparation Assistance
Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room 6
Pride Jewelry Making
Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Vault
TechTots: STEAM for Preschoolers - Ages 3-5 years with caregiver
Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A
Registration opens Friday, May 23 2025 at 10:30am
Family Puzzle Competition - Ages 6+ with a Caregiver
Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Vault
Registration opens Saturday, May 24 2025 at 11:00am
The Boy Who Cried Dragon
Sat, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Fiction Book Discussion - The Women by Kristin Hannah
Sat, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Adult Puzzle Competition
Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Vault
Registration opens Saturday, May 24 2025 at 2:00pm
Project of the Week - Pride Pinwheels
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Cancelled
Ask a Master Gardener - Resource Table
Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Nonfiction Book Discussion - Waiting to be Arrested at Night by Tahir Hamut Izgil
Mon, Jun 09, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Movie Night - Wicked (PG)
Mon, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B
Book Page Watercolor Flowers - Adults
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Flex
Registration opens Monday, May 26 2025 at 6:00pm
Spice Club
Tue, Jun 10, All day
Basic Computer Skills Training
Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clevertouch,The Flex
Scams, Schemes, and Financial Predators - Presentation
Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room B
Ocean Zen Garden - Jardín Zen del océano
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Flex
Registration opens Tuesday, May 27 2025 at 6:00pm
NAMI Family Support Group
Tue, Jun 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A
Basic Computer Skills Training
Wed, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clevertouch,The Flex
LGBT Book Discussion - The Guncle by Steven Rowley
Wed, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Flex
Nociones Básicas de Costura - Funda protectora de libro
Thu, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Registration opens Thursday, May 29 2025 at 6:00pm
Lizards and Frogs and Snakes, Oh My!
Sat, Jun 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
This event is full
Macrame Hot Pad
Sat, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
The Workshop
Registration opens Saturday, May 31 2025 at 1:30pm
Project of the Week - Fidget Book
Mon, Jun 16, All day
The Workshop
Summer Take 'n' Make - Grades K-5
Mon, Jun 16, All day
Basic Computer Skills Training
Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clevertouch,The Flex
Regular Board Meeting
Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room
Basic Computer Skills Training
Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clevertouch,The Flex
Transgender 101
Wed, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Register
Pop-Up in the Point - Grades K-5
Thu, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
DIY Puzzles
Thu, Jun 19, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
The Workshop
Registration opens Thursday, June 5 2025 at 7:30pm
Welcome Summer! - Grades K-5 and Caregivers
Sat, Jun 21, All day
¡Hola, amigos! - Presented by Super Stolie | Presentado por Super Stolie
Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
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