February 1, 2012 February is Black History Month in Ontario and in many areas around the world. It is a time to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of people of African descent. As stated by Rosemary Sadlier, President of the Ontario Black History Society, "when the achievements of Black people are known, when Black people are routinely included or affirmed through our curriculum, our books and the media, and treated with equality, then there will no longer be a need for Black History Month." This February, take the opportunity to learn about and honour the contributions of African-Canadians to the province's culture and heritage! Events from across Ontario taking place this February in recognition of Black History Month: Toronto Public Library
The Toronto Public Library marks Black History Month with song, film and literature that celebrate the African diaspora. "Makers of Black History in Canada is a series of four talks about important moments in Black Canadian history. The Toronto Public Library also holds more than 16,000 items in the Rita Cox Black and Caribbean Heritage Collection. http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs-and-classes/featured/black-history-month.jsp Oakville Museum - Celebrate Black History Month - Official kickoff at Town Hall
February 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Join the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton and Oakville Museum
at this free event featuring award-winning musicians, exhibits and more. Grey Roots Museum & Archives - Black History Month Documentary Film Festival
In appreciation of our rich Black heritage - local and beyond. Films play every Saturday* throughout February at 1:30 pm and 3:00pm Catch a different documentary every Saturday. All films are free with admission. February 4 - Speakers for the Dead
February 11 - Journey to Justice
February 18 - The Dresden Story *Except on Saturday February 25 - come out for the Black History Event and release of Northern Terminus: The African Canadian History Journal instead - see events listing for details. Mackenzie House - Weekend Programming
Saturdays and Sundays in February, 12 to 5 p.m.
Visit Mackenzie House on weekends in February and learn more about the early Black community in Toronto, including those who published newspapers. Print a souvenir copy of Mary Ann Shadd Cary's newspaper, The Provincial Freeman, in our re-created 1850's print shop. Included with admission.
82 Bond Street. Adults: $5.71 plus HST; Seniors/Youth: $2.62 plus HST; Children: $2.38 plus HST. This program is also available for groups: Please call 416-392-6915 to make a booking. machouse@toronto.ca Barney Danson Theatre (Canadian War Museum - 1 Vimy Place)
February 1, 2012 - Doors open at 6:30pm
Citizenship and Immigration Canada Presents: "2012 Black History Month Launch"
C.I.C. Website: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/index.asp 10th Annual Opening Celebration at Museum London
Saturday, February 04, 2012 1:00 PM - 4:00PM
Family friendly and free event. Various cultural and service groups will be on site displaying information/arts/crafts specific to their country of origin or group. Cultural food will be available. London Museum 519-661-0333 or visit their website at www.museumlondon.ca/
For more information Contact: Leroy 519-661-0333 or leroy@lusocentre.org Annual Black History Month Dinner & Dance
Saturday, February 04, 2012 and Sunday, February 5, 2012 5pm - 1pm
Moose Hall
$30.00
AFCASA & CAMAC join together in celebrating the Annual Black History Month our theme The Rebirth—focus is to bring the community back to the celebration, promoting a sense of oneness in a family event atmosphere. The aim is to continue to celebrate our African Caribbean culture, one of the many Cultures that make up the mosaic that is Thunder Bay…
For more information Contact: Michelle Lander 807-345-0551 or michellel@thunderbay.org
http://www.tbwelcome.ca Fort York - Underground Railroad: The William Still Story
Saturday, February 11, 2 p.m.
In partnership with the Ontario Black History Society, this one-hour documentary explores the role Canada played as 'Freedom's Land,' and the complex network of sympathizers and safe houses stretching from Philadelphia to Southern Ontario that provided the road to freedom. Take a tour of Fort York and learn about the contributions of early Black settlers in the defence of Upper Canada during the War of 1812. Included with regular admission.
250 Fort York Blvd. Contact: 416-392-6907 or fortyork@toronto.ca London Regional Children’s Museum - Program for Children and Their Families
Monday, February 20, 2012 11:00AM - 3:00PM -$7.00
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. Sample foods from the Caribbean and Africa. Admission: $7 per person; $2 for 1-2 year olds (members & children under 1 admitted free) For more information, please contact: Craig at London Regional Children's Museum, 519-434-5726 Montgomery's Inn - Finding Freedom: The Joshua Glover Story
Friday February 24, 7 - 9 p.m.
The true story of Joshua Glover is presented through the medium of a dramatic first person narrative. Mr. Glover was an enslaved person who escaped from a southern American plantation arriving in Etobicoke through the underground railway where he found work at Montgomery's Inn. $20 plus HST; includes snacks, refreshments and a tour of the Inn. Pre-registration required.
4709 Dundas St. W., two lights north of Bloor Street, just east of Islington Avenue
Contact: 416-394-8113 - montinn@toronto.ca Royal Ontario Museum African and Caribbean Cultural Heritage Day
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Performances, Kids Film Screening, Activities, Storytelling, Open Forum Series and more. Visit http://www.rom.on.ca/programs/rom_kids/family/index.php?ref=showinfo&program_id=7565 for more information. Brampton Library and the Art Gallery of Ontarioare partnering for a special program to celebrate Black History Month! Families are invited to attend a session with community artists from the AGO: Learn about the history of African-American families who have made and cherished quilts. Explore the African-derived meanings, patterns, and iconography. Learn about the Signs and Symbols that were used in African art. Explore the history of the Underground Railroad. Create your own decorative sign or symbol that tells a story. Due to limited space, registration is recommended. Please call 905-793-4636 to register for one of the following sessions: When: Saturday, February 11, 2012
Where: Mount Pleasant Village Branch, 100 Commuter Drive, Brampton, ON 1st session: 1:30 – 2:20 p.m.
2nd session: 2:30 – 3:20 p.m. When: Saturday, February 18, 2012
Where: Chinguacousy Branch, 150 Central Park Drive, Brampton, ON
1st session: 1:30 – 2:20 p.m.
2nd session: 2:30 – 3:20 p.m For more information please visit the website of the Brampton Library at www.bramlib.on.ca. Coffee & Culture at The Old Town Hall: The War of 1812: An African Canadian Perspective
Hamilton Civic Museums - Griffin House
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us at the historic Ancaster Old Town Hall for coffee, treats, and a talk about the African Canadian perspective in Southern Ontario leading up to and during the War of 1812. Wayne Kelly will be speaking on the Coloured Corps in the War of 1812.
Ages: All
Cost: Donations gladly accepted. |