West Palm Beach
Florida
Mandel Public Library - Attend a Black History Month Program
Schools and Libraries
February 9, 2023
From: West Palm Beach Public LibraryWe have tons of programs lined up!
All month long, we are honoring and celebrating Black History Month with programs for all ages. Come learn, create, and connect!
This February you can hear from the Palm Beach County Juneteenth Committee, bring your children to "African Storytelling" with Spoken Word Poet and African Percussionist Abasi “Manblack” Hanif, learn more about famous Black artists like Faith Ringgold, Kehinde Wiley, and Jacob Lawrence with a Black History Month Collage Grab & Go Art Kit — and so much more!
What's New
It's a Wrap: Hair Wrapping
On Saturday, February 11, join Kianga Jinaki and her daughter in the auditorium as they teach the art of hair wrapping. Each participant will leave with their own hair wrap at the end of the class. Registration is required for this program.
Black Literature Lecture Series
Beginning on Sunday, February 12, Professor Africa Fine from Palm Beach State College returns to delve into Black literature. Each lecture will focus on a different point in history to show its evolution.
Claire Salmon's "Kijana Heroes" Poster Series
Throughout the month of February, visit Claire Salmon’s poster exhibit, “Kijana Heroes.” Learn about the inspiring African and African American men and women who have shared their wisdom and example with us by their change-making actions. No registration required.
Family Storytime Celebrates Black History
On Wednesday, February 22, join Children’s Librarian Ms. Jin for special edition storytimes celebrating Black authors and illustrators during Black History Month. For families with children up to 5 years old. Space is limited, and in-person sign-up begins in KidSpace at 9:30 AM.
Upcoming Events
FEATURED
What is the Lesson in Così Fan Tutte’s “School for Lovers”
Friday, February 10 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Adults | In Person | Auditorium
The subtitle for Mozart’s 1790 opera is “La scuola degli amanti” (The School for Lovers). The lesson for the audience, however, is ambiguous. Our panelists will discuss their thoughts on the moral (or absence of a moral) of a story about a series of tests of fidelity that a cynical bachelor orchestrates for two young couples when the lovers ultimately give in to romantic temptation. Panelists: Matteo Magarotto, Lecturer at the Frost School of Music of the University of Miami; and Arina Pismenny, Assistant Instructional Professor in Philosophy at the University of Florida.
No registration required. For more information, call 561-868-7701.
*Funding for this program was provided through a grant from the Florida Humanities with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Clay Sculpture Class: "Imagination Takes Flight" with Susan Stromberg
Saturday, February 18 | 2:45 – 4:00 PM | In Person | Studio 411 | Adult
Join Internationally known sculptor Susan Stromberg as she guides students to create bird-inspired sculptures out of self-hardening clay.
Registration is required and begins Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 AM. For more information or to register, call 561-868-7701.
Mindset Shift: Making Yourself More Employable
Thursday, February 23 | 10:00 AM – Noon | In Person | Hibiscus Room
Discover the secret to success as we explore smart habits, behaviors, and attitudes to make you more employable.
Registration is required.