County Celebrates Black History Month with Library Events and Resources

Leon County Government celebrates the contributions, triumphs, and achievements of Black Americans during Black History Month with events and resources from the LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library System. Thematic book lists and movie watchlists give citizens of all ages the opportunity to learn about the inspiring men and women who helped shape our community and the world.
In addition to these resources, residents are invited to attend the County’s upcoming Black History Month events:

• African American Read-In, Saturday, February 7, from 1-2 p.m., Leon County Main Library – Enjoy children’s books by African American authors read aloud by featured community members, accompanied by a special performance by the Rickards High School Swinging Raider Jazz Band. This interactive event encourages literacy and celebrates the joy of stories and music.
• Virtual Author Talk: The Conjuring of America with Dr. Lindsey Stewart, Thursday, February 12, from 2-3 p.m., virtual – Philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart discusses her book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic, uncovering the history of Black women’s magical practices and their impact on American culture.
• Honoring the Ancestors of New Hope Cemetery, Thursday, February 19, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Eastside Branch Library – Researcher and community advocate Gloria Jefferson-Anderson shares her journey uncovering the history of New Hope Cemetery and the families connected to this historic African American burial ground.

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