Black History Month in Peterborough
Don’t miss these great events celebrating Black History Month
Feb.1– 28, 2019 in Peterborough.
Honouring Ada Lee
Black History Month kicked off earlier in February with a special event honouring the extraordinary musician ADA LEE in a packed ceremony at George St/Emanuel United Church, where she received the Keys to the City from Mayor Diane Therrien in a special ceremony.
City Recognizes Black History Month
This marks the first year the City of Peterborough has officially recognized Black History Month and there is a rich program of activities and events being organized by Black Lives Matter, the Peterborough Race Relations Committee, and others to recognize the struggles of and the contributions made to our community by people of African descent. Black History Month marks an important opportunity to explore hidden/erased histories, resist current oppressions, and celebrate the remarkable artistic talent and cultural vibrancy these folks contribute to this community.
Electric City Culturecast Spotlight on BHM
You can check out our Electric City Culturecast (Trent Radio) by listening to the ECC podcast on our website: https://ec3.ptbopodcasters.ca. Tune in to hear studio guests, City Councillor Stephen Wright, Race Relations Committee rep Charmaine Magumbe, spoken word poet and Black Lives Matter spokesperson Niambi Tree, and poet Elizabeth Jenkins.
Upcoming Black History Month Events
Celebrating Black Arts, Vol I
When: Saturday, February 16, 3:00-6:00 pm
Where: Historic Red Dog, 189 Hunter St. W
Hosted by: Black Lives Matter Nogojiwanong-Peterborough
What: Open Mic for Black performers of all ages and all genres. Sign-up at 2:30pm. Everyone is welcome in the audience! $5 or Pay What You Can. More details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2289522848036317/
Borderless:// Black Love & History
When: Saturday, February 16, 8:00 pm
Where: Sadleir House, 751 George St. N
Presented by: Borderless Bound Records & Black Lives Matter Nogojiwanong-Peterborough
What: An evening celebrating Black Love & History, featuring music and poetry. All ages. $10 or Pay What You Can. Doors at 7:30pm. Music starts just after 8pm. More details here: https://z-upload.facebook.com/events/2185170281522712/
Africville Remembered
When: Wednesday, February 20, 7:00 pm
Where: Kenner Collegiate Vocational Institute and Intermediate School, 633 Monaghan Rd.
Hosted by: Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and The Community Race Relations Committee of Peterborough (CRRC)
What: Film screening. Free.
Soul II: Roots and Rights
When: Saturday, February 23, 2:00 pm
Where: Calvary Church, 1421 Lansdowne St. W
Presented by: The Peterborough Singers, conducted by Syd Birrell
What: Concert featuring special guests Aadin Church and Divine Brown. Tickets ($10-$30). More info and tickets: http://www.peterboroughsingers.com/concerts/soul-ii-roots-and-rights/
Stealing Away Home: Archaeology and the Underground Railroad in Ontario
When: Tuesday, February 26, 7:00 pm
Where: Lions Club Community Centre, 347 Burnham St.
Hosted by: The Peterborough Chapter of the Ontario Archaeological Society
What: Public Talk by noted historian and archaeologist Dr. Karolyn Smardz Frost
Be sure to check out these amazing events and watch the EC3 Facebook page for new posts all month long: https://www.facebook.com/ElectricCityCultureCouncil/
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