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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. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Preschool | Family | Children | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Entertainment | Education & Learning | Arts & Crafts |

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Warren-Newport Public Library
askus@wnpl.info
Phone: 847-244-5150
Hours
Mon, Apr 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 03 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 05 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

SPHERO Indi - Ages 4-5 and caregiver
Mon, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A
Registration is now closed
Gaming in the Vault - Grades 6 - 12
Mon, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Vault Maker Space
Anime Club - Grades 6 - 12
Mon, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Keeping Families Covered - Mobile Diaper Pantry
Wed, May 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Canceled
On My Way - Independent Storytime
Wed, May 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
Point Gaming - K - 5
Wed, May 01, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Dungeons and Dragons - Avatar Legends TTRPG
Wed, May 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Flex
Stitch & Share - For beginners, hobbyists and pros!
Wed, May 01, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B
STEAM Ahead: AAPI Heritage Month - Grades K-5
Thu, May 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Point
Design a Mug - Grades 3-5
Thu, May 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Flex
Beyond Cut the Cable: Streaming Entertainment Options - A Virtual Program On Zoom
Thu, May 02, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Zoom Link
Free Comic Book Day - All Ages
Sat, May 04, All day
Friends Saturday Book Sale
Sat, May 04, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Fiction Book Discussion - Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See
Sat, May 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Take 'n' Make - Grades K-5
Mon, May 06, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Gaming in the Vault - Grades 6 - 12
Mon, May 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Vault Maker Space
Mother's Day Card - Make a Card For a Mother in Your Life
Mon, May 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
This event is full
Sewing Basics - Adult
Tue, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Flex
This event is full
Canceled
Yoga for Teens
Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chess Club - All Ages
Tue, May 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Social Security Presentation
Tue, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Register
The Many Lives of Kal Penn
Tue, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Register
Special Meeting & Committee of the Whole Meeting
Tue, May 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room
Canceled
On My Way - Independent Storytime
Wed, May 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Art & Comic Club - Grades 3-5
Wed, May 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Point
Take 'n' Make - Grades K-5
Thu, May 09, All day
Lego WeDo 2.0 - Grades K - 5
Thu, May 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Point
Computer Tutor Time (Walk-In) - In-Person Computer Questions & Answers
Thu, May 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Flex,Computer Cart / Adult (10)
Saturday Family Storytime
Sat, May 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime Room
Nonfiction Book Discussion - Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke
Mon, May 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Gaming in the Vault - Grades 6 - 12
Mon, May 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Vault Maker Space
Anime Club - Grades 6 - 12
Mon, May 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Flex,Clevertouch
Meet You There! - Reimagining Mobile Services at Warren-Newport Public Library
Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
NAMI Family Support Group - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Tue, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A
Canceled
On My Way - Independent Storytime
Wed, May 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Point Gaming - K - 5
Wed, May 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Dungeons and Dragons - Avatar Legends TTRPG
Wed, May 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Flex
STEAM Ahead: AAPI Heritage Month - Grades K-5
Thu, May 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Point
Book Cover Earrings - Teens and Adults
Thu, May 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Registration opens Thursday, May 2 2024 at 9:00am
Baby Prom
Fri, May 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Preschool Explorers - Butterflies and Springtime Fun!
Sat, May 18, 10:00am - 10:55am
Storytime Room
Registration opens Saturday, May 4 2024 at 9:00am
Women's Health Care Event - Offsite
Sat, May 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Take 'n' Make - Grades K-5
Mon, May 20, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Preschool Art - Rana Begum and Geometric Patterns
Mon, May 20, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
The Flex
Registration opens Monday, May 6 2024 at 9:00am
Finals Cafe - Grades 9-12
Mon, May 20, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Spring Wreaths
Mon, May 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Flex
Registration opens Monday, May 6 2024 at 9:00am
Finals Cafe - Grades 9-12
Tue, May 21, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Chess Club - All Ages
Tue, May 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Flex,Clevertouch
Regular Board Meeting
Tue, May 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room
Computer Tutor Time (Walk-In) - In-Person Computer Questions & Answers
Wed, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Cart / Adult (10),The Flex
Friends of WNPL Meeting
Thu, May 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Flex
Learn Tinkercad - Teens
Thu, May 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Clevertouch,The Flex
Registration opens Thursday, May 9 2024 at 9:00am
Origami Take 'n' Make
Fri, May 24, All day
Kids in the Kitchen - Popcorn for Everyone
Sat, May 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B
Registration opens Saturday, May 11 2024 at 9:00am
SPHERO Indi - Ages 4-5 and caregiver
Tue, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A
Registration opens Tuesday, May 14 2024 at 9:00am
Yoga at the Library
Tue, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A
This event is full
Canceled
Dungeons and Dragons - Avatar Legends TTRPG
Wed, May 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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