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All African American Interest Events

Meet the Artist: Comacell Brown

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, African American Interest, Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
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Discover the vibrant world of Comacell Brown, the artist who brings color to Annapolis. Join us for an inspiring journey into his art and story!

The State of Black Annapolis: Uplift Annapolis

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Busch Annapolis Library
Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides)
Audience: Adults
Program Type: African American Interest, History & Genealogy, Special Events
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The State of Black Annapolis: Uplift Annapolis

How to Build Another Black Art District in Annapolis

Discussion on developing Black Entertainment District.

Juneteenth Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Glen Burnie Library
Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
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Join us for a Juneteenth Storytime celebrating freedom, diversity, and empathy with stories, music, and a fun craft. Don't miss this joyous storytime for the whole family!

The Beauty of African Rhythm: An Introduction to Traditional West African Instruments

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Crate and Barrel Court
Audience: All
Program Type: African American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
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Celebrate West African culture and heritage through music! Families will see how popular West African instruments are played, learn how they are constructed and how they are used within traditional society.

Juneteenth Movie Screening: The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Brooklyn Park Library
Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: African American Interest
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Come join us as we celebrate Juneteenth with a movie and a snack!

The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman (PG, 1974)

Juneteenth Trivia

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Glen Burnie Library
Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, Holiday
Event Details:

Learn more about the Juneteenth holiday during this special trivia night! Team up with friends or play solo.

Black History Month Booklists

Adults - Teens & YA - Kids