Black History Month

Wednesday, February 1, at 2 pm. Homeschool Hangout: African American Aviators

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us at the Grayson Branch for a fun, hands-on STEM lesson about aviation, learn about African American aviators throughout history, and meet other homeschoolers in your community!
This program will be held at the Grayson Branch.

Wednesday, February 1 at 5 pm. Historical Heroes: Astronaut Mae Jemison

Explore the stars by learning about NASA, the Space Shuttle, and the first black woman in space, Mae Jemison. Then make your own space shuttle!
This program will be held at the Grayson Branch.

Wednesday, February 1 at 6 pm. Adult D.E.A.R: Books by Black Authors

Join us at the Centerville branch for our Adult D.E.A.R. program. Join us for another session where this month’s theme is books by black authors!
This program will be held at the Centerville Branch.

Wednesday, February 1 at 7 pm. Interpreting Slavery at Museums and Historic Sites

Join author and professor Jodi Skipper as she discusses her book, “Behind the Big House: Reconciling Slavery, Race, and Heritage in the U.S. South.” Registration is required.
This is a virtual program.

Thursday, February 2 at 4 pm. STEM-tastic!

Join us for some Black History Month-inspired activities during this month’s STEM-tastic.
This program will be held at the Centerville Branch.

Thursday, February 2 at 5 pm. Meals and Music: Recipes Inspired by African American Music Tradition

Come listen to music and make meals linked to African Americans! We’ll explore music such as Jazz, Folk, Hip-hop, and Rock. Recipes will be pulled from the cookbook “Meals, Music, and Muses” by Alexander Smalls.
This program will be held at the Norcross Branch.

Thursday, February 2 at 6 pm. Black History Trivia

Test your knowledge of important Black figures, historical moments, and achievements in this all-ages program to celebrate Black History Month. The winning team will receive a small prize.
This program will be held at the Five Forks Branch.

Saturday, February 4 at 3 pm. Family Storytime: Black History Event with Author Jerry G White

In recognition of Black History Month, please join us at the Snellville Library branch for a family storytime with the Author Jerry G White.
This program will be held at the Snellville Branch.

Sunday, February 5 at 12:30 pm. Black History Month: African American Folklore

In honor of Black History Month, renowned storyteller Sharyn Riggs will render several captivating narratives that embody the African American experience.
This activity will be held at the Duluth Branch.

Monday, February 6 at 5 pm. For the Culture: Black Artists

Learn about a culture different from your own through history, artwork, and activities. We will be highlighting Black visual artists! We will learn about Black past and present-day artists while learning to create a piece in their style.
This program will be held at the Centerville Branch.

Wednesday, February 8 at 1 pm. Homeschool Hangout: Black History Trivia

This Black History Trivia program will help to enhance the knowledge of homeschooled students of some important facts pertaining to the African American experience.
This program will be held at the Duluth Branch.

Wednesday, February 8 at 5 pm. Historical Heroes: Explorer Matthew Henson

Celebrate Black History month and learn about the Arctic Explorer, Matthew Henson. Then try your hand at making a compass.
This program will be held at the Grayson Branch.

Wednesday, February 8 at 7 pm. Trace Your Roots: African American Genealogy

Start your African American genealogy research and learn how to navigate challenges like incomplete or non-existent records. Registration is recommended.
This program will be held at OneStop Centerville.

Thursday, February 9 at 3 pm. Candy Heart Coding

Learn about pioneering Black computer scientists with a fun candy experiment.
This program will be held at the Peachtree Corners Branch.

Thursday, February 9 at 5 pm. Test Your Knowledge on Black History

Test your knowledge of Black History in this all-ages program to celebrate Black History Month. Trivia winners will receive small prizes!
This program will be held at the Lawrenceville Branch.

Thursday, February 9 at 7 pm. Letters of Love and Family During the Civil War

Rita Roberts discusses her book, “I Can’t Wait to Call You My Wife,” which honors the voices of African Americans of the Civil War era. Registration is required.
This program will be held at the Duluth Branch.

Saturday, February 11 at 12 pm. Empowerment Through the Lens: Using Storytelling to Create Powerful Imagery

Celebrate Black History Month with the local and nationally-recognized artist duo CreativeSoul Photography. They aren’t just photographers but visual storytellers, redefining the narrative of Black youth in the media and showcasing Black excellence. Registration is recommended.
This program will be held at the Duluth Branch.

Monday, February 13 at 7 pm. Gwinnett’s African American Historica Preservation: A Community Conversation

Learn about the Gwinnett Historical Restoration and Preservation Board’s efforts around African American historic preservation in Gwinnett County. Registration is required.
This program is virtual.

Wednesday, February 15 at 5 pm. Historical Heroes: Dr. James West

Celebrate Black History month and learn about the inventor of the microphone, Dr. James West. Then try your hand at making a microphone using everyday items like pencil lead!
This program will be held at the Grayson Branch.

Thursday, February 16 at 4 pm. STEM-tastic!

Join us for some Black History Month-inspired activities during this month’s STEM-tastic.
This program will be held at the Centerville Branch.

Thursday, February 16 at 4:15 pm. All Shades of Love Family Storytime

Welcome to All Shades of Love Family Storytime! Where we read stories and explore literacy in an interactive way. Through engaging books, music, rhymes, and movement activities for our listeners.
This program will be held at the Centerville Branch.

Thursday, February 16 at 5 pm. Meals and Music: Recipes Inspired by African American Music Tradition

Come listen to music and make meals linked to African Americans! We’ll explore music such as Jazz, Folk, Hip-hop, and Rock. Recipes will be pulled from the cookbook “Meals, Music, and Muses” by Alexander Smalls. Registration is required.
This program will be held at the Norcross Branch.

Thursday, February 16 at 7 pm. Overcome Rejection: Unleash Your Greatness

Pastor Dwight Buckner, Jr. discusses his book, “Overlooked,” which teaches you how to overcome the feelings of rejection and unleash the greatness that’s locked up inside of you. Registration is recommended.

This program will be held at the Lawrenceville Branch.

Saturday, February 18 at 3 pm. Celebrating Katherine Johnson: NASA Computer

Learn about the remarkable life of Katherine Johnson, one of the NASA computers featured in the Hidden Figures story.
This program will be held at the Peachtree Corners Branch.

Tuesday, February 21 at 5:30 pm. Family Storytime: Black History Trailblazers

In recognition of Black History Month, please join us at the Dacula Library Branch for a family storytime featuring special guest reader Cedric Floyd!
This program will be held at the Dacula Branch.

Tuesday, February 21 at 6 pm. Black History and American Cuisine: Soul Food

Join us to learn how black history and culture have influenced American cuisine.
This program will be held at the Snellville Branch.

Tuesday, February 21 at 7 pm. ATL Reads Virtual Book Club

This club meets monthly on the third Tuesday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For the month of February, we will discuss “The Underground Railroad” by Colson Whitehead. Registration is required.
This program is virtual.

Tuesday, February 21 at 7 pm. Moonlighting Book Club

Join us this month to discuss a book by an African American author in honor of Black History Month. This month’s Book is Benita Renae Jenkins: Diva Secret Agent by Lorisa Bates.
This program will be held at the Duluth Branch.

Wednesday, February 22 at 4 pm. History Seekers: Black History Month

Are you interested in people and events from history that you may not have covered in school? Join the History Seekers as we learn how to be historians and explore the diversity of our past and present.
This program will be held at the Suwanee Branch.

Wednesday, February 22 at 4 pm. Let’s Electrify!: An Exploration of African American Electrical Engineers

Learn about Lewis Latimer and Granville Woods, two pioneers of electrical engineering.
This program will be held at the Lilburn Branch.

Thursday, February 23 at 7 pm. Look Ya: Understanding the Cultural Roots of the Gullah Geechee

Learn about the Gullah Geechee people and the deep roots of the culture as Dr. Jessica Berry discusses her book, “The Little Gullah Geechee Book: A Guide for the Come Ya.” Registration is recommended.
This program is virtual.

Saturday, February 25 at 2 pm. Trace Your Roots: African American Genealogy

Start your African American genealogy research and learn how to navigate challenges like incomplete or non-existent records. Registration is recommended.
This program will be held at the Centerville Branch.

Saturday, February 25 at 3 pm. Family Storytime: Black History Event

Join us at the Snellville Library branch for a family storytime to recognize Black History Month.
This program will be held at the Snellville Branch.

Monday, February 27, Allday. Spill Lit – A YA Podcast: Coretta Scott King Award

Join our hosts Katharine, Sarah, and Patty as they discuss what they’re reading and what they recommend! In episode 35, listen as they discuss the Coretta Scott King Honor book Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds.
This program is virtual.

Tuesday, February 28 at 4 pm. – (I.D.E.A): Black Youth Night

Celebrate Black History Month by meeting with your peers and discussing Black representation in art and movies.
This program will be held at the Dacula Branch.