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Black History Month events throughout the Piedmont Triad in February

Black History Month events throughout the Piedmont Triad in February
ATMOSPHERE DOWN WITH SNOWY WEATHER OVERNIGHT. AUDREY: THANK YOU SO MUCH, BRIAN. WE ARE CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH ALL THROUGHOUT FEBRUARY, AND THERE’S PLENTY OF WAYS TO CELEBRATE WHILE REMAING INCOVID SAFE. OUR NEXT LIVE GUEST IS HERE TO TELL US ABOUT THIS WEEKEND’S KICK OFF EVENT. THAT IS FREE AND VIRTU.AL THIS IS ALL ORGANIZED BY THE NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND THE NORTH CAROLINA AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION. I LIKE TO WELCOME ANGELA THORPE, JOINING US LIVE NOW. SHE IS THE DIRECTOR OF THE NORTH CAROLINA AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION. GREAT TO HAVE YOU. ODGO MORNING, ANGELA. ANGELA: THANK YOU FOR HAVING ME. AUDREY: ANYTIME. THE THEME FOR THIS YEAR’S EVENT IS ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE. SHEAR WITH US THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS SORT OF TOPIC. ANGELA: WE HEAAR LOT IN THE NEWS AND SEE A LOT IN OUR EVERYDAY LIVES AROUND CLIMEAT CHANGE, CLIMATE SCIENCE, AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN A LITTLE BIT MORE ABOUT WHAT THAT LOOKS LIKE IN NORTH CAROLINA, AND EVEN MORE SPECIFICLYALOW H IT CONNECTS TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE MOVEMENT. A HISTORICAL TIDBIT -- THE EARLIEST ITERATIONS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE MOVEMENT IN THE COUNTRY TOOK LICENSE MORE AND COUNTY, NORTHAR COLINA, AND WERE LED BY AFRICAN-AMERICANS IN THE EARLY 1980'S’ BE CONNECTED TO THAT HISTORY, AS WELL AS LEARN ABOUT THE RICH CONTRIBUTIONS OF AFRICAN-AMERICANS TO OUR STETA’S HISTORY, ART, AND CULTURE. AUDR:EY SPEAKING OF THE PEOPLE WE WILL LEARN ABOUT, TELL US ABTOU THE DEMONSTRATIONS DURING TOMORROW’S EVENTS. ANGELA: WE ARE SO EXCITED. WE HAVE SOME ANY PHENOMENAL FOLKS JOINGIN US. WE HAVE A "CHOPPED" CHAMPION WALKING US THROUGH A COOKING DEMONSTRATION. WE WILL HEAR FROM STORYTELLERS, PERFORMERS, WOODWORKERS. SO MANY FOLKS ARE DOING REALLY INTERESTING THINGS IN THIS SPACE. AUDREY: FANTASTIC. AND TODAY THERE IS A CULTALUR CELEBRATION EDUCATION EVENT HAPPENING. TELL US HOW WE CAN GET INVOLVED WITH THAT. ANGELA: YOU CAN GO ONLINE TO SEE ALL OF THE EVENTS THAT ARE TAKING PLACE DURING TODAY’S EDUCATION DAY. THAT WEBSITE IS NC-AACC.COM. FOLKS WILL BE ABLE TO HEAR FROM THE NORTH CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF BLACK STORYTELLERS AS WELL AS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE, CHILDREN’S BOOK AUTHOR JUDY ELLENOT DSON, WHO WILL BE SHARING SOME ABOUT HER BOOK "ESCAPE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA." AUDREY: AND THAT IS TODAY. ANGELA: YES, IT IS. SO PEOPLE WILL HEAV TWO DAYS TO CONNECT WITH US. TODAY’S EDUCATION DAY AS WELL AS TOMORROW’S VIRTUAL CELEBRATION. AUDREY: SHARE WITH ME WHAT IT HAS MEANT FOR YOU PERSONALLY TO BE INVOLVED WITH THESE EVENTS, PUTTING THEM ON FOR OUR COMMUNITY AND OUR STATE, AND JUST TO CELEBRATE OF THE COULD AMERICAN CULTURE? ANGELA: I AM A HISTORIAN. THAT IS MY JOB. I HAVE BEEN ENAMORED WITH HISTORY SINCE I WAS A SMALL CHILD. IT IS REALLY AMAZING TO BE ABLE TO DO THIS FOR A LIVING, AND TO BE ABLE TO WORK THWI PEOPLE WHO SHARE NORTH CAROLINA’S RICH LACK HISTORY, ART, AND CULTURE WITH HOUSEHOLDS ACROSS THE STATE. THIS YEAR FEELS PARTICULARLY SPECIAL. WE ARE VIRTUAL, WHICH MEANS MORE FOLKS THAN EVER CAN CONNECT TO THIS YEAR’S CELEBRATION ONLINE. WITH IT BEING FREE, WE SO LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING EVERYBODY JUST TO LEARN. AUDR:EY THAT IS SO TRUE, TALKING ABOUT THE POSITIVE OF HAVING VIRTUAL EVENTS, RIGHT? QUICKLY, BEFORE WE GO, THE BIGGEST TAKE AWAY THATOU Y HOPE THAT PEOPLE WILL WALK AWAY FROM THIS WEEKEND? ANGELA: AFRICAN-AMERICANS IN NO RTH CAROLINA HAVE ALWAYS BEEN AN STEWARDS OF OUR LAND AND OF ROU PLANET. AGAIN, THOSE EARLY ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE MOVEMENT INKLINGS STARTED RIGHT HERE IN OUR STATE, IN MORAN COUNTY. AUDREY: WONDERFUL TO HEAR FROM YOU. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME JOINING US ON THE LOW VIBE. I WANT TO GIVE YOU THE WEBSITE AGAIN. IT IS ON YOUR SCREEN N,OW NC-AACC.COM. BE SURE TO REGISTER PLEASE AHEAD
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Black History Month events throughout the Piedmont Triad in February
February is designated as Black History Month. This is a time to learn and share experiences in our communities. We celebrate the triumphs and honor the hardships that many have suffered. Following are events held in the Piedmont Triad that celebrate Black History Month: GreensboroBlack History Month Trivia - All Month!Hosted by the Glenn McNairy Branch Library at 4860 Lake Jeanette Rd., Greensboro.Test your trivia knowledge with a quiz on African American history throughout the month of February to celebrate Black History Month. At the end of the month, the participant with the most correct answers will win a $10 gift card from the local Black-owned business, Black Magnolia Southern Patisserie. This is a free event.Black History CelebrationFeb. 4, 2:30 p.m. at UNCG Mary Channing Coleman Building on 1408 Walker Ave., GreensboroFood, fun and entertainment for the whole family. Local Black-owned food trucks and vendors will be present, as well as a fun interactive kids' corner for children.Black History Month Genealogy Banquet & ConferenceFeb. 10, 7-10 p.m. Black History Month Genealogy BanquetFeb. 11, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Black History Month Genealogy ConferenceThe Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) will be celebrating 25 years with its 20th banquet and conference. AAHGS is a national organization dedicated to promoting research, study and publication of the history and genealogy of Americans with a particular interest in persons of African descent. It's headquartered in Washington, D.C., with 40 chapters nationwide.Both events will be held at the Gala Banquet at Embassy Suites by Hilton Greensboro Airport in Greensboro.Attendees must purchase a ticket for entry.High Point"The Spirit of Harriet Tubman" with Diane FaisonFeb. 11, 1-3 p.m. at the High Point Museum on 1859 E. Lexington Ave., High PointDiane Faison is performing her one-person drama that depicts the life of abolitionist and Underground Railroad worker Harriet Tubman. There is a free performance.The History of CUCC in High PointFeb. 18, 10 a.m. at the High Point Museum on 1859 E. Lexington Ave., High PointThe High Point Historical Society will be hosting Angela Roberson, pastor of Congregational United Church of Christ (CUCC), who will take visitors on a journey to see the significant contributions the church has made to the city. This event is free.The Montford Point Marines of High PointFeb. 25, 1-2 p.m. at the High Point Museum on 1859 E. Lexington Ave., High PointThe Montford Point Marines of High Point will be recognized, remembered and honored. More than 20,000 African Americans trained in segregated facilities from 1942 to 1949 at Montford Point and became the first African Americans to serve in the United States Marine Corps. This is a free event. Lexington"We're Better Together" 2nd Annual Black History CelebrationFeb. 5, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. at City Hall at 28 West Center St., LexingtonThe City of Lexington, along with the Black History Committee and community partners, will be hosting the 2nd Annual Black History Celebration. African American community leaders, educators, businesses and others will be honored during this event.Guest artist Master Christopher and local church choirs will perform, including a step show immediately following the event.Thomasville2023 Black History Month Program - Unchained MemoriesFeb. 23, 6-9 p.m. at Reginald Strickland Center, 800 Kahler St., ThomasvilleFeb. 24, 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Reginald Strickland Center, 800 Kahler St., ThomasvilleCouncilwoman Wendy Sellars is hosting a community viewing and discussion of the documentary "Unchained Memories: Readings from the Slave Narratives." This is a two-part event. Honorable Judge Rosalind Baker, the first African American district court judge in Davidson County, will speak on Feb. 24. There is no entry fee for this event.Winston-SalemHanes Mall Black Owned Business ExpoFeb. 25, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. at 3320 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-SalemHanes Mall and CBL Specialty Leasing will be hosting the first Black-Owned Business Expo to celebrate and support local Black-owned businesses in our area. Businesses interested in participating can sign up at this link.Delta Arts Center Gallery ExpoHours variesThe art gallery and cultural center is located in East Winston-Salem as the heart of the local African-American community. The exhibitions are free and open to the public.African American Read-InFeb. 9, 4 p.m. at 2611 New Walkertown Rd., Winston-SalemThe Friends of the Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center and the Delta Arts Center are hosting the 33rd National African American Read-In. The community is invited to listen and read aloud any works by African American writers. 'Hidden Figures' Guest SpeakerFeb. 18, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4403 Country Club RoadThe South Fork Community Center will host keynote speaker Katherine Moore, daughter of the late Katherine Johnson, who worked as a mathematician for NASA on calculations that helped send astronauts into space. Johnson and other Black female mathematicians have been the subjects of the book and movie, “Hidden Figures.” STEM researchers, scientists, doctors and other professionals will also be on hand to discuss their work.Honoring RetireesFeb. 19, 1 p.m. virtualThe police and fire departments will honor select retirees, and recreation and parks will showcase entries in its Black History Month creative arts contest, virtually on WSTV Digital Media.Showcase of Song: An African-American Cultural CelebrationFeb. 25, 12 p.m. at Union Baptist Church on 1200 North Trade St. The showcase features the historical significance of gospel hymns, coded messages and lyrics through performances ranging from Africa to modern-day American gospel music. Freedom DayFeb. 26, 3p .m. at 2611 New Walkertown Rd., Winston-SalemThe Delta Arts Center is hosting Freedom Day with performances by the Otesha Creative Dance Ensemble.

February is designated as Black History Month. This is a time to learn and share experiences in our communities. We celebrate the triumphs and honor the hardships that many have suffered.

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Following are events held in the Piedmont Triad that celebrate Black History Month:

Greensboro

Black History Month Trivia - All Month!

Hosted by the Glenn McNairy Branch Library at 4860 Lake Jeanette Rd., Greensboro.

Test your trivia knowledge with a quiz on African American history throughout the month of February to celebrate Black History Month. At the end of the month, the participant with the most correct answers will win a $10 gift card from the local Black-owned business, Black Magnolia Southern Patisserie. This is a free event.

Black History Celebration

Feb. 4, 2:30 p.m. at UNCG Mary Channing Coleman Building on 1408 Walker Ave., Greensboro

Food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. Local Black-owned food trucks and vendors will be present, as well as a fun interactive kids' corner for children.

kwame brathwaite, marcus garvey  day parade, harlem, ca. 1967&#x3B; from  kwame brathwaite: black is beautiful  (aperture, 2019)
Hearst OwnedKwame Brathwaite
Kwame Brathwaite, Grandassa Models at the Merton Simpson Gallery, New York, ca. 1967; from Kwame Brathwaite: Black Is Beautiful (Aperture, 2019)

Black History Month Genealogy Banquet & Conference

Feb. 10, 7-10 p.m. Black History Month Genealogy Banquet

Feb. 11, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Black History Month Genealogy Conference

The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) will be celebrating 25 years with its 20th banquet and conference. AAHGS is a national organization dedicated to promoting research, study and publication of the history and genealogy of Americans with a particular interest in persons of African descent. It's headquartered in Washington, D.C., with 40 chapters nationwide.

Both events will be held at the Gala Banquet at Embassy Suites by Hilton Greensboro Airport in Greensboro.

Attendees must purchase a ticket for entry.

kwame brathwaite, marcus garvey  day parade, harlem, ca. 1967&#x3B; from  kwame brathwaite: black is beautiful  (aperture, 2019)
Hearst Owned

High Point

"The Spirit of Harriet Tubman" with Diane Faison

Feb. 11, 1-3 p.m. at the High Point Museum on 1859 E. Lexington Ave., High Point

Diane Faison is performing her one-person drama that depicts the life of abolitionist and Underground Railroad worker Harriet Tubman. There is a free performance.

the spirit of harriet tubman diane faison high point museum performance
Hearst OwnedHigh Point Museum

The History of CUCC in High Point

Feb. 18, 10 a.m. at the High Point Museum on 1859 E. Lexington Ave., High Point

The High Point Historical Society will be hosting Angela Roberson, pastor of Congregational United Church of Christ (CUCC), who will take visitors on a journey to see the significant contributions the church has made to the city. This event is free.

The Montford Point Marines of High Point

Feb. 25, 1-2 p.m. at the High Point Museum on 1859 E. Lexington Ave., High Point

The Montford Point Marines of High Point will be recognized, remembered and honored. More than 20,000 African Americans trained in segregated facilities from 1942 to 1949 at Montford Point and became the first African Americans to serve in the United States Marine Corps. This is a free event.

montford point marines high point first black marines black history 2023
Hearst OwnedHigh Point Museum

Lexington

"We're Better Together" 2nd Annual Black History Celebration

Feb. 5, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. at City Hall at 28 West Center St., Lexington

The City of Lexington, along with the Black History Committee and community partners, will be hosting the 2nd Annual Black History Celebration. African American community leaders, educators, businesses and others will be honored during this event.

Guest artist Master Christopher and local church choirs will perform, including a step show immediately following the event.

Thomasville

2023 Black History Month Program - Unchained Memories

Feb. 23, 6-9 p.m. at Reginald Strickland Center, 800 Kahler St., Thomasville

Feb. 24, 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Reginald Strickland Center, 800 Kahler St., Thomasville

Councilwoman Wendy Sellars is hosting a community viewing and discussion of the documentary "Unchained Memories: Readings from the Slave Narratives." This is a two-part event. Honorable Judge Rosalind Baker, the first African American district court judge in Davidson County, will speak on Feb. 24. There is no entry fee for this event.

Kwame Brathwaite, Photo shoot at a public school for one of the AJASS-associated modeling groups that emulated the Grandassa Models and began
to embrace natural hairstyles. Harlem, ca. 1966&#x3B; from Kwame Brathwaite: Black Is Beautiful (Aperture, 2019)
Hearst OwnedKwame Brathwaite and Philip Martin Gallery, Los Angeles
Kwame Brathwaite, Photo shoot at a public school for one of the AJASS-associated modeling groups that emulated the Grandassa Models and began to embrace natural hairstyles. Harlem, ca. 1966; from Kwame Brathwaite: Black Is Beautiful (Aperture, 2019)

Winston-Salem

Hanes Mall Black Owned Business Expo

Feb. 25, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. at 3320 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem

Hanes Mall and CBL Specialty Leasing will be hosting the first Black-Owned Business Expo to celebrate and support local Black-owned businesses in our area. Businesses interested in participating can sign up at this link.

Delta Arts Center Gallery Expo

Hours varies

The art gallery and cultural center is located in East Winston-Salem as the heart of the local African-American community. The exhibitions are free and open to the public.

African American Read-In

Feb. 9, 4 p.m. at 2611 New Walkertown Rd., Winston-Salem

The Friends of the Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center and the Delta Arts Center are hosting the 33rd National African American Read-In. The community is invited to listen and read aloud any works by African American writers.

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'Hidden Figures' Guest Speaker

Feb. 18, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4403 Country Club Road

The South Fork Community Center will host keynote speaker Katherine Moore, daughter of the late Katherine Johnson, who worked as a mathematician for NASA on calculations that helped send astronauts into space.

Johnson and other Black female mathematicians have been the subjects of the book and movie, “Hidden Figures.” STEM researchers, scientists, doctors and other professionals will also be on hand to discuss their work.

Honoring Retirees

Feb. 19, 1 p.m. virtual

The police and fire departments will honor select retirees, and recreation and parks will showcase entries in its Black History Month creative arts contest, virtually on WSTV Digital Media.

Showcase of Song: An African-American Cultural Celebration

Feb. 25, 12 p.m. at Union Baptist Church on 1200 North Trade St.
The showcase features the historical significance of gospel hymns, coded messages and lyrics through performances ranging from Africa to modern-day American gospel music.

Freedom Day

Feb. 26, 3p .m. at 2611 New Walkertown Rd., Winston-Salem

The Delta Arts Center is hosting Freedom Day with performances by the Otesha Creative Dance Ensemble.