Celebrated Black History Month All February Long
There are many great ways to celebrate, not only this month, but all year long; We’ve listed some ideas, as well as some events that are taking place outside of the area if you’re interested in attending.
*** Ways To Celebrate Black History Month ***
- Indulge In A Black Film Marathon
- Check out these films throughout the month (or any time of year):
https://www....ry-month.html
- Learn About The Contributions Of Martin Luther King Jr
All abut MLK Jr.: https://www....uther-King-Jr
- Go To Public Libraries That Organize Events To Celebrate The Black History Month
- Embrace The Poetic Art By Being A Part Of Black History Month Poetry Nights
- Treat Yourself With Jazz Performances And Music Events Near You That Reflect The Cultural History
- Check out the Pandora station: ’Smooth Jazz’ for some excellent music to relax to, eat dinner with, and more!
*** Celebrations Outside of The Area ***
February 13th
Jazzy Nights Presents A Black History Month Musical Celebration
(South Orange)
Celebrate with us as we highlight the poetry of Langston Hughes, gospel music, Swing and Bee Bop and 60s Protest Era ..
https://www....s-91057516483
February 16th
(Dunellen)
A Celebration of Black History Month
Learning from the Past: Today’s Frontlines of Freedom
Special Guest: Mr. Aaron Greene, Esq., Associate Counsel to the NJ Institute for Social Justice
https://best...ry-month/amp/
February 16th
North Plainfield Black History Month Celebration 2020
2020 marks the 150th anniversary of the Fifteenth Amendment which granted African American men the right to vote, and the 100th anniversary of the Nineteenth Amendment which guaranteed the protection of women’s right to vote.
https://www....s-91487685129
February 18th
(Cape May Courthouse)
Anthony Ray Hinton was released in April 2015 after spending 30 years on Alabama's death row for a crime he did not commit. He was released with the help of the Equal Justice Initiative, of which he is now an employee. He serves as EJI'ls Community Educator and travels both nationally and internationally to speak about his experience.
https://www....s-88914538779
February 28th- March 1st
For the Love of Art: A Black History Month Cultural Celebration
(Morristown)
Come out and celebrate the 2nd Annual Black History Month Fine Art Exhibition and Jazz Reception. A three day cultural extravaganza!
https://www....s-89061339865
March 18th
Her Name in Stars: Celebrate Women’s History Month
Create your own
beautiful constellation piece while learning about different women in space.
https://patc...history-month