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Upcoming Events
February 2010
Late updated: Feb 11, 2010
These events are located in various cities: London, Buxton, Woodstock and Hamilton and are the work of various organizations, museums, libraries, and student associations. May you get the chance to visit as many as you can during the month of February!
Special
Request: Contribute to Museum London’s Historical Exhibition!
Do you own objects that tell the story of the immigration of
Black people to London-Middlesex? If so, Museum London is looking
to hear from you. We’re looking for objects such as dress wear,
luggage, photographs, journals and anything else you think will
contribute to this exhibition.
If you have objects that you
would like to share, please contact our curator of regional history
Maya Hirschman by calling 519.661.2500 ext. 4263.
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Saturday, January 30
Opening Celebration, 2 - 5 pm, Free Event
Museum London,
421 Ridout St. North, London
An exciting program to kick
off the 8th Annual Black History Month hosted by London Black
History Coordinating Committee. The official opening of the “Home,
New Home” exhibit at Museum London explores the many stories of our
local Black communities. Witness a historical portrayal of Dr.
Alexander Milton Ross, who traveled extensively through the Deep
South organizing and facilitating the escape of hundreds of enslaved
people via the Underground Railway. The Museum’s Community Gallery
will come alive with cultural groups and services presenting their
arts, crafts, and music. Refreshments served. All ages welcome.
For more information, contact: London Museum 519-661-0333 or
Marilyn 519-432-1133
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Tuesday, February 2 and Wednesday,
February 3
Pride and
Progress, 12 to 3 pm, Free Event on both days
Black Student Association
(BSA), University of Western Ontario, UCC Atrium
This
year the theme for our Opening Ceremonies Celebration is “Pride and
Progress”. The Political Affairs Officers for 2009-2010, Michael
Antwi and Evelyn Asiedu, have been working vigorously since August
2009 with the help of the rest of the BSA executive and support from
UWO Student Life. With special speakers and live performances
scheduled, BSA's hard work promises to provide two days of
entertainment, education and enlightenment. Appearances Include:
Steven Conville - MBA, CFP, FCSI, VP Blackmont Financial Group;
Harold Usher - P.Eng., DTM ; London City Councillor;
Dr. Anton
Allahar - Ph.D, MA Nominated Best Lecturer;
Jerome Morgan -
Founder of United Black Students National Conference;
And More!
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Wednesday, February 3
Play It Forward, 7 pm, Free Event
Central Public Library,
Wolf Performance Hall, London
Congress of Black Women, London
Chapter presents Play It Forward: Showcasing the Talents of the
Future Spotlighting our talented young people and their developing
careers. Featuring: Music, Dance, Drama!!! by current students and
recent Graduates of the University of Western Ontario.
7 pm at
the Wolf Performance Hall, Central Library, 251 Dundas Street,
London. FREE – No Registration required.
View
poster
www.cbwlondon.org
Email:
tlord@cbwlondon.org
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Thursday,
February 4
Black Talk, Your Stories, Your
Voices
Radio Station: CHRW
94.9 FM
The day is dedicated to 24 hours of Black
Talk related to topics across the Black Diaspora. Other topics to
include music; poetry; and opening ceremony from UWO Black History Month
opening!
Black Talk is sponsored by CHRW 94.9FM and
Congress of Black Women London
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Friday, February 6, 2 - 4 pm, Free
Admission
"Afternoon Social" & "The Paper Trail" Exhibit
Buxton Museum, 21975 A.D. Shadd Road, North Buxton, ON
Buxton Museum invites you to old fashioned afternoon Social and
visit the The Paper Trail exhibit. You'll travel from the Elgin
Settlement era and into North Buxton.
View
poster
Contact
info: phone 519-352-4799 or visit website at
www.buxtonmuseum.com
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Friday, February 6, 4:30 - 6:30 pm,
ALO O!
Brescia
College Auditorium, 1285 Western Road, London, ON
African Students Association presents ALO O! the Art of Story
telling in Africa. Come in African or Formal Attire.
Tickets: Members $10, Non-Members $15, Children
6-12 yrs $8
View
poster
Contact: Lape Adeniran of African Students
Association, phone: 519-432-8353
or email:
asawesternontario@gmail.com
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Saturday,
February 6 through to Saturday, March 6
“Marshall Family Album: Black History
Exhibition”, Tues to Sat 10am - 4 pm
Woodstock Museum, 466 Dundas Street,
Woodstock
Come to the Woodstock Museum and view “
Marshall Family Album: Black History Exhibition” starting on Saturday,
February 6th. The Marshall family
lived in Woodstock from the 1880’s through to the 1990’s when the
last local family member Leroy Marshall died. Leroy (or Roy)
participated in the Oxford Rifles in WWII, several local bands and
worked at Thomas Organ. Ordinary life or extraordinary? Come look
at Roy’s family photo albums and learn more about local Black
History.
For more information phone 519-537-8411
Monday, February 15, Free Admission
Family Day Event, 1 - 4 pm
Woodstock
Museum, 466 Dundas Street, Woodstock
Attend the official
opening of the “Marshall Family Album: Black History Exhibition” and
afterwards test your Black History
knowledge, travel on the underground railway, and take part in the
entertainment and food.
Visit their website to learn more about
the
museum.
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Griffin House National Historic Site &
Parks Canada Discovery Centre
HAMILTON - Griffin House National Historic Site
and Parks Canada Discovery Centre are pleased to co-present a
variety of exciting events in celebration of Black History Month.
Griffin House is a black heritage site in the Dundas Valley managed
jointly by the Hamilton Civic Museums (through Fieldcote Memorial
Park and Museum) and the Hamilton Conservation Authority.
Friday, February 12,
7 pm
"The
Spirit of Harriett Tubman" with Leslie McCurdy
Parks Canada Discovery
Centre, 57 Discovery Drive, on the Hamilton Harbour
This powerful one-woman show explores the life
of Harriet Tubman, a hero of the underground railway and a tireless
worker for social justice. Cost of admission is $30 per person and
includes Refreshments.
For more information contact
905-526-7356 or reserve your tickets now by calling the events “hot
line” at 905-526-0918.
Family Day February 15: Two Great Sites, One Low Price!
see locations in descriptions below
Take the
kids on a Black History Hike to Griffin House National Historic
Site, Ancaster! Wear boots and mitts for a guided hike from the
Hermitage Parking Lot to Griffin House, where hot cider and history
will be served from 1:00 until 4:00 pm. Parking and access by the
Hermitage Parking Lot ONLY, Sulphur Springs Road (near the
intersection of Sulphur Springs and Mineral Springs Road).
Before or after your hike, explore black history indoors at Parks
Canada Discovery Centre, 57 Discovery Drive, Hamilton Harbour. The
Centre will be open from 10:00am until 5:00pm on Family Day.
Joint ticket available for both Griffin House & Discovery Centre
on this day for $10 each or $25 for a family.
For information
please contact 905-648-8144 or 905-526-7356.
Tickets are
available at Fieldcote Memorial Park and Museum, 64 Sulphur Springs
Road, Ancaster and the Parks Canada Discovery Centre or by calling
the events “hot line” at 905-526-0918.
Saturday, February 20, starting at 7:00 pm
Evening with the Author: Lawrence Hill
Parks Canada
Discovery Centre, 57 Discovery Drive, Hamilton Harbour
Author Lawrence Hill will read from his award-winning novel, "Book
of Negroes" and sign copies for sale. Mr Hill has received wide
acclaim for his novel which received the CBC "Canada Reads" award
for 2009.
Cost of admission is $30 per person and includes
Refreshments.
For details contact 905-526-7356 or reserve your
tickets now by calling the events “hot line” at 905-526-0918.
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Thursday, February 25
Closing Gala, 6:30 pm, Adults $10, Children 12 and under $5
Wolfe Performance Hall at Central Public Library, 251 Dundas Street,
London
Featuring: Denise Pelley , Marque Amith and Janis
Mark, electric Soul, Saidat, Rwandan Dancers, Steel Drums and more.
Awards will also be presented to two outstanding Black Community
Achievers. You may nominate people – click on
nomination
forms to download a copy
Tickets: $10 – adults, $5 - children (12 and under)
Available at:
- Community Outreach & Program Services,
Central Public Library, 251 Dundas Street, 519-661-5122
-
Festival Food Mart, 456 Southdale Road, 519-649-7765
-
Cross Cultural Learner Centre, 505 Dundas, 519-432-1133
-
Harold Usher, 519-686-7502 or email:
husher@rogers.com
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Friday, February 26,
5 - 8 pm, free admission
Saturday, February 27,
10 am - 4 pm, $6 per person (members & children
under 2 admitted free)
Children's Program
London
Regional Children’s Museum, 21 Wharncliffe Rd. S., London
Our focus is family! Kids, bring your parents and friends to the
London Regional Children’s Museum and have fun singing, dancing,
playing fames, listen to stories, get your hair braided, dress up in
traditional clothing and enjoy many other activities. There will be
a sampling of treats from the Caribbean and Africa available.
Friday night’s event is free
Saturday the cost of
the event is admission to the museum ($6 per person, members and
children
under 2
admitted free).
For more information, please contact
Dhira at 519.434.5726 or Christina at 519-850-9997
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Friday, February 26,
5:00 pm, Free Admission
Khanga Party
Eldon House Interpretive Centre, 481 Ridout Street North, London
Khanga: a colourful garment worn throughout Eastern Africa. To
celebrate Black History Month, we're hosting a Khanga party at Eldon
House. Learn about the Harris Family's travels and experience an
authentic African cultural celebration. Enjoy African music, food
and history.
For more information, contact the
London Heritage Council, 519.930.2140 or 519.661.0333
Eldon House: A Selection of Untold Stories
As
London's oldest surviving residence, Eldon House is an extraordinary
space that brings London's history to life with a remarkable
collection of objects from the past. Not only does it contain the
stories of London during the past 175 years, it also contains
objects and histories of many other communities from around the
world. Throughout Eldon House's 175th year, our Untold Stories
program will investigate the histories of a selection of these
cultural communities. Each community will be invited to host an
event at Eldon House that highlights customary practices of their
culture, reclaiming the meaning of these objects.
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Saturday, February 27,
doors open at 6:30 pm
SOUL: An Exhibition of Black Artistry, tickets
$33 members, $37 non-members
Polish Hall, 80 Ann
Street, London
BSA (Black Student Association of UWO)
presents our annual dinner, dance, and show, taking place at the
Polish Combatant Hall (80 Ann St, London).Our closing gala for Black
History Month provides an elegant evening exhibiting artistic talent
through dance, spoken word and vocal performances. This exhibition
will provide guests with a memorable experience while promoting
unity within the black community. We cordially invite you to come
join the BSA in honouring Black History Month!
For
tickets email:
uwobsa@gmail.com
We seek your support in order to fulfil
our mandate at UWO which is to promote unity, awareness, continuity
and strength within our community. We are here to help one another
and should you have any further questions or concerns you can
contact BSA at
uwobsa@gmail.com.
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