Celebrate Black History Month at St. Louis County Library.
We are pleased to offer an entire month of programming dedicated to the life and history of African Americans. Dramatic presentations, workshops, stories, music, dancing and more will be available at all branches during the month of February.

     On behalf of the Library Director, Board of Trustees and the St. Louis County Library Foundation, we invite you to enjoy these special events focusing on cultural awareness, and promoting the numerous contributions of the African American community.


Highlights

Kickoff Event:
An Evening of Art and Jazz
Friday, January 25, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Robert Powell, founder and Executive Director of Portfolio Gallery & Education Center, will curate an outstanding display of art and discuss the history of the Portfolio Gallery. Throughout the evening, the BAG Trio will perform original music in the creative jazz tradition. A sampling of Cajun food will complete the night. HQ

“Porch Lies” presented by the The Black Rep
Friday, February 1, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Library Headquarters, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131, 314/994-3300
The Black Rep will give a premiere performance based on master storyteller and author Patricia McKissack’s book “Porch Lies.” The play transports viewers to the front porch for tales filled with humor and exaggeration. Prior to the production, McKissack will discuss the book upon which the play is based, and will autograph copies following the performance.

Finding Your Roots
Saturday, February 16, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Former newscaster and current St. Louis County Library Author in Residence, Julius Hunter, will discuss tips and methods for researching your family history through the genealogical resources available at the Library. HQ

Movie Nights
Show times will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium of Library Headquarters.
Wednesday, February 6, “Standing in the Shadows of Motown”
Wednesday, February 13, “A Raisin in the Sun”
Wednesday, February 20, “Akeelah and the Bee”

Preserving Your Family Memories:
Getting Started in Scrapbooking
Wednesday, February 27, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Craft artist Karen Miller teaches scrapbooking, journal keeping, and other expressive arts as a means of exploring family history and self-discovery. Bring
5-8 photos, memorabilia, and photocopies of those items for experimenting. All other materials will be supplied. Limit 20 attendees.
Call 827-8079 to make a reservation. HQ
 

Zimbabwe Nkenya
Solo musical workshops for children and families with
traditional African instruments presented by renowned
musician Zimbabwe Nkenya.
BT, FV, JB, LC, NB

Master Story Teller Blake Travis
Storyteller and musician Blake Travis will entertain and delight
audiences young and old with “Stories from the World Village.”
BT, CC, DB, EH, FV, GG, HQ, IT, JB, LC, MC, NB, OB, PC, RR, SA, TF, TH, WR