(January 24, 2025 –Annapolis, MD) Anne Arundel County Public Library (AACPL) is offering the following Black History Month programs throughout February.
Fences (PG-13, 2016)
Tuesday, February 4 at 5 pm at Brooklyn Park
Selma (PG-13, 2014)
Tuesday, February 18 at 5 pm at Brooklyn Park
The Little Mermaid (PG, 2023)
Wednesday, February 5 at 5 pm at Deale
Thursday, February 6 at 6 pm at Linthicum
The Color Purple (PG-13, 2023)
Tuesday, February 4 at 2:30 pm at Linthicum
Thursday, February 20 at 5 pm at Severna Park
Farewell, Amor (TV-MA, 2020)
Monday, February 3 at 10:30 am at Mountain Road
Kids “Drive- In” Movie Night: The Princess and the Frog (G, 2010)
Monday, February 17 at 5 pm at Odenton
Make a car to park at our theater.
Daughters of the Dust (NR, 1991)
Monday, February 10 at 6 pm at Riviera Beach
Saturday, February 1 at 2 pm at Glen Burnie
Wednesday, February 19 at 6:30 pm at Maryland City at Russett
Experience the vibrant sounds of Clarence Ward III, the heart of Baltimore’s jazz scene.
For teens and adults
Freedom Songs: The Music of Black History
Saturday, February 15 at 11 am at Severna Park
Saturday, February 15 at 2 pm at Linthicum
This play explores the role of music in Black American history, from slavery songs to jazz and R&B, featuring icons like Scott Joplin and Billie Holiday. For kids
Saturday, February 8 at 10:30 am at Glen Burnie
Saturday, February 15 at 2 pm at Mountain Road
Saturday, February 22 at 2 pm at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall
Friday, February 28 at 11:30 am at Brooklyn Park
Baba Bomani’s program uses rhythm and rhyme to teach reading and math concepts. Kids learn to rap the alphabet backward while enhancing listening skills and exploring Black history.
Broadneck
Black History Month Tinker Lab
Thursday, February 13 at 4 pm
Learn about Black scientists and inventors with some open-ended, explorative fun! For preschoolers and kids
Busch Annapolis
The State of Black Annapolis: Uplift Annapolis
Tuesdays, February 4,11,18 and 25 at 5 pm
Join us and enjoy catered receptions and panel discussions on key topics, available both in-person and virtually at Facebook.com/CityofAnnapolis.
The Magic of Capoeira Angola with Contramestre BabaJan
Saturday, February 8 at 2 pm
Enjoy a capoeira game, witness traditional music and learn basic movements. and instrument playing in this vibrant Afro-Brazilian tradition. For kids
Crofton
Chesapeake Underground: Presented by Blacks of the Chesapeake
Saturday, February 1 at 11 am
Join us for a special presentation by Blacks of Chesapeake about how the Bay and tributaries were used in the underground railroad. For adults
Thursday, February 27 at 6 pm
Learn about three famous Black visual artists from the 20th century and make art in their style to take home with you. For teens
Discoveries: The Library at the Mall
Tuesday, February 4 at 2 pm
Learn about talented African American individuals who have made positive impacts. There will be various activities and crafts to complete while learning! For kids
Friday, February 28 at 10:30 am
Join us for a morning of storytelling and dancing to music by famous African American artists! For preschoolers
Eastport-Annapolis Neck
Saturday, February 8 at 2 pm
The queen of jazz herself, a powerhouse Blues artist from Washington, DC, lights up the stage with her incredible blend of blues, jazz and soul, with both Indigenous and African American influences. For adults
Saturday, February 22 at 11 am
This engaging production highlights Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy, from his childhood in Atlanta to his role as a civil rights leader. For kids
Mountain Road
Saturday, January 25 at 2 pm
Learn about the artist Alma Thomas and create art in her style. For kids
Wednesday, February 19 at 6 pm
Create a collage in an art journal about an inspirational person! For teens and adults
For a complete list of all events, visit our website.