Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Discover engaging programs and stories featuring black artists and authors, presented by the Halton Hills Public Library and the Town of Halton Hills. Visit the events calendar for the full schedule of activities.
Halton Hills Lecture Series, An Evening with Rob Green, February 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Actor and singer-songwriter Rob Green presents the dramatic story of a young African man who is enslaved. Rob traces the history of his own families’ movement via the underground railway to Canada, discussing the racism they faced and the community they created in Owen Sound. Register here.
Take part in a family Storywalk® featuring The Stone Thrower by Jael Richardson
Pages of the story will be posted inside our branches. Families can walk and read the story together.
- February 8-13 at the Acton Branch
- February 18-25 at the Georgetown Branch
Clef Notes to Canvas, Studio at the Halton Hills Public Library and Cultural Centre (OR Virtual) February 19 at 1 p.m.
Hosted in partnership with the CCAH and the Town of Halton Hills and facilitated by local artist Omar "Oms" Hopkinson. Join us for a creative afternoon of music and visual art. The first part of the program focuses on "The Struggle" whereby participants allow the mood of the background music to evoke feelings that are translated onto the canvas. The second part focuses on the "Freedom" of creativity whereby participants allow music to influence exploration and expand upon the initial artwork created. All supplies provided; no experience necessary. Register here, or watch this short video to find out more.
Discover more Black History Month events hosted by the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton.
Explore Rhythms on the Djembe with Luckystickz, February 21 at 10 a.m.
This Family Day, explore rhythms on the Djembe drum! The Djembe has been an integral part of spiritual and ritualistic life in West Africa for generations. Traditionally played by high-class court musicians, who used it for story-telling: passing on important historical, religious and cultural information to future generations.
Use your own Djembe, your hands and lap or anything you have around the house in this fun interactive virtual workshop. Register here.
Local Lens: The Black Experience in Halton, runs from February 22 to April 15
The Halton Black History Awareness Society (HBHAS) is asking high school students to explore their local Black History and share their research in an essay narrative contest. The top three entries will receive a financial reward and be published in an annual journal which will be added to HHPL’s collection. See project details here.
The Equity and Diversity Book Club explores a diverse collection of books and encourages thought-provoking conversations. The featured book for February is Project 1619: a New Origin Story by Nikole Hannah-Jones. Register and join the roundtable discussion on February 8.
- Explore recommended readings by black authors and creators:
- Participate in the Winter Reading Challenge
- Participate in the Read Woke Reading Challenge
- Look for #ReadingBlackout videos on HHPL's Instagram throughout February