Philadelphia Family Community Calendar
Bring more green into your urban setting, indoor and out! Gardening demonstrations, tips and techniques will be shared. This program is suitable for all ages.
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
The African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates and commemorates Black History Month by exploring the theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Offering inclusive programming for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, the exhibit aims to bring together diverse audiences in greater appreciation of the Black Experience. […]
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History has designated African Americans in the Arts as the theme for this year's Black History Month. African Americans have used art to escape bondage, and as the form of resistance, community memory and empowerment. […]
Join the Philadelphia Museum of Art for a celebration of Black joy, art, and community. The first 500 visitors will receive a sticker designed by Philadelphia artist, Nazeer Sabree. Events include: Pop up Studio with Nazeer Sabree Tour of works by Black artists Photo booth […]
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
The African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates and commemorates Black History Month by exploring the theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Offering inclusive programming for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, the exhibit aims to bring together diverse audiences in greater appreciation of the Black Experience. […]
Join the Philadelphia City Institute for stories and songs that celebrate the joy and beauty of Black lives! This program is aimed at older preschoolers and early elementary school students.
Join Storyteller Mama Carla and experience African American storytelling, interactive songs, and easy-to-learn rhythms. This program is suitable for all ages.
Join Cecil B Moore Library to learn about Black and Brown poets, read their work, and create poetry from prompts inspired by their writing. This event is free, in-person, and open to the public.
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
The African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates and commemorates Black History Month by exploring the theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Offering inclusive programming for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, the exhibit aims to bring together diverse audiences in greater appreciation of the Black Experience. […]
Join Cecil B Moore Library to learn about Black and Brown poets, read their work, and create poetry from prompts inspired by their writing. This event is free, in-person, and open to the public.
Join Storyteller Mama Carla and experience African American storytelling, interactive songs, and easy-to-learn rhythms. This program is suitable for all ages.
Join Northeast Regional Library for an interactive experience as you learn about the evolution of Black American music. This program is for all ages and is supported in part by generous funding from GIANT.
Michelle Prince, CEO of a natural hair care company, will teach you the interesting history of black hair care, demonstrate styling tips, and show you how to build a winning hair care routine. This program is suitable for all audiences.
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
Learn the origins of hip hop music through spirituals, blues, and jazz in this interactive music presentation with Ali Richardson. For school-age children and adults. Text @ricschool or @ricadult to 81010 for reminders.
Join Welsh Road Library for an informative discussion about African American experiences following the Second Great Migration through the chronicled childhood experiences of Program Instructor, Ms. Eltra Alexander. Topics include life in the South as well as the importance of family and culture.
Queen Memorial Library will showcase the deeply nourishing aspects of traditional African American cuisine like greens, sweet potatoes, and black-eyed peas. This program is suitable for all ages.
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
Bucket Drumming was born originally as a street art with ties to African rhythms and traditions. Join us as we explore these diverse rhythms in a group environment. This program is suitable for all ages.
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
The African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates and commemorates Black History Month by exploring the theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Offering inclusive programming for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, the exhibit aims to bring together diverse audiences in greater appreciation of the Black Experience. […]
Michelle Prince, CEO of a natural hair care company, will teach you the interesting history of black hair care, demonstrate styling tips, and show you how to build a winning hair care routine. This program is suitable for all audiences.
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
The African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates and commemorates Black History Month by exploring the theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Offering inclusive programming for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, the exhibit aims to bring together diverse audiences in greater appreciation of the Black Experience. […]
Trumpeter Leon Jordan Jr and a group from Union Local 77 will recreate 60's and 70's Jazz spotlighting Trumpet powerhouse legend Freddie Hubbard "Ready for Freddie" for Black History Month. This event will take place in the main lobby of The Parkway Central Library. All […]
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
The African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates and commemorates Black History Month by exploring the theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Offering inclusive programming for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, the exhibit aims to bring together diverse audiences in greater appreciation of the Black Experience. […]
The life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his impact on the Civil Rights Movement will be presented with the Muungamano-style of the Mlangeni Magical Theater. This program will feature puppets, magic, music, and storytelling fun. For all ages.
Join the official launch of the Year of James Baldwin, a year-long celebration in Philadelphia of the 100th birth anniversary of American essayist, novelist, playwright, poet, and activist James Baldwin. Through citywide reading groups at community centers, churches, high schools, universities, and libraries; year-long events […]
Come learn about the life of famous contemporary artist Jean Michel Basquiat through the book The Radiant Child. Then, try your hand at collage art and cut it into the shape of Basquiat's iconic crown. This program is aimed at early elementary school students.
"The ancestors of African Americans brought wonderful food traditions to parts of the Caribbean, South America, and the southern states." "A Taste of African Heritage is a way of eating based on the healthy food traditions of people with African roots. This healthy way of […]
A film reviewing of the life and work of Miles Davis as told by those who knew and worked with him.
