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Celebrate Black History Month with
African-American Authors
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Black History Month is celebrated
every year during the month of February. Why not take some time
and read some popular African American fiction and non-fiction
authors?
Books by major black writers
rarely made top lists like The New York Times until about
a decade ago when African American writers like Toni Morrison,
Alice Walker, Terry McMillan, and others began enjoying acclaim
and big sales in the mainstream market. But, there are some
other authors that you should know.
If you like to read classic
books, look for books by James Baldwin
Go Tell It on the Mountain, Ralph Ellison
Invisible Man, Zora Neale Hurston
Their Eyes Were Watching God, and Richard Wright
Native Son.
If you like historical fiction,
look for books by Barbara Hambly
Dead Water and Margaret Blair Young
One More River to Cross.
If you like romance books, look
for books by Donna Hill
Destiny's Daughters, Brenda Jackson
Perfect Timing, Connie Briscoe
P.G. County and Kimberla
Lawson Roby
Changing Faces.
You can find more suggestions at
the African-American Literature Book Club which provides author
profiles, book recommendations, online discussion boards, and
critical reviews of books by and about African-American writers.
Also, the African American Resources provides information on
African-American culture, education, history and literature.
Both sites are available through the Reader’s Advisory page
http://www.pbclibrary.org/readers.htm. |
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PALM BEACH COUNTY
LIBRARY SYSTEM CELEBRATES: BLACK HISTORY MONTH FREE
PROGRAMS: FEBRUARY, 2008 |
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Clarence E.
Anthony Branch
Wed., Feb. 20, 4:30 p.m. Child/Teen
Black History Trivia
Come test your knowledge of Black History facts and trivia. Ages
10-16. (60 min). |
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Greenacres
Branch
Saturdays, 2:00 p.m. Adult
Afternoon Cinema: African-American History Month
The history and contributions made by African-Americans are
highlighted in films:
2/02:
Ray (152 min.) PG-13
2/09:
Beloved (172 min.) R
2/16:
Ali (167 min.) R
2/23:
The Color Purple (155 min.) PG
Tues., Feb. 26, 3:30
p.m. Child
Let’s Observe Black History Month
It’s time to recognize and celebrate the remarkable history of
African-Americans in stories, fun activities, and a craft. Ages
5 & up. (60 min.)
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Main Library
Sun., Feb. 3, 2:00 p.m.
African-American Oscar Winners
Denzel Washington, Halle Berry, Sidney Poitier, and Whoopi
Goldberg – these are some of the notable actors and actresses
who have won an Academy Award. Leslie Gray Streeter,
entertainment columnist for The Palm Beach Post, will share her
pop culture expertise as she highlights the achievements of
these and other African-Americans on film. (60 min.) Preregister.
Wed., Feb. 13, 6:30
p.m. Adult
Movie Magic @ Main Celebrates Black History Month:
The Pursuit of Happyness
Will Smith stars in this inspiring true story about a man who
overcomes adversity to provide a good life for he and his son.
(117 min.) PG-13
Thurs., Feb. 14, 2:00 p.m. Adult
Movie Magic @ Main Celebrates Black History Month:
The Color Purple
Steven Speilberg directed this Academy Award-winning film based
on Alice Walker’s classic novel. (154 min.) PG-13
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Okeechobee
Boulevard Branch
Fridays, 2:00 p.m. Adult
Movies @ Your Library:
Black History Month
2/01:
The Pursuit of Happyness (117 min.) PG-13
2/08:
Remember the Titans (114 min.) PG
2/15:
Last Holiday (111 min.) PG-13
2/22:
Something New (100 min.) PG-13
2/29:
The Last King of Scotland (123 min.) R |
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Royal Palm
Beach Branch
Sat., Feb. 16, 10:30 a.m. Child
African Safari
We'll travel through stories, a movie, and a fun craft.
Ages 5 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. |
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Southwest
County Regional
Fridays, 2:00 p.m. Adult
Award Movies @ Your Library: Celebrate Black History Month
2/08: A
Raisin in the Sun (128 min.) Not rated.
2/15: Ray (153 min.) PG-13
2/22:
Dreamgirls (130 min.) PG-13
Sat., Feb. 9, 2:00 p.m. Adult
Celebrate Black History Month
Rhonda Swan, the “Literary Diva,” writes a “blog” that discusses
popular African-American literature. Join in a lively discussion
about the African-American literary scene. (90 min.)
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Wellington
Branch
Thurs., Feb. 28, 6:00 p.m. Adult
Book Talks: African-American Authors
Join us to discover
current favorite black authors and to get an idea of each
author’s appeal. |
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Posted: 01/29/08 |
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