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Posted January 7, 2025

Events at the Holiday Inn, Matteson IL ( No REGISTRATION)

• 3rd Annual Black History Kick-Off
  Friday, January 31, 2025
  6pm
  We will be highlighting Black Fraternity and Sororities. Dress is Black Tie
  
• Comedy Night
  February 1, 2025
  7- 9 pm
  Enjoy and evening of good clean comedy! Featuring Leon Rogers, Mo Good, and Comedian Stephon.
  
• Gospel Explosion
  Sunday, February 2, 2025
  3 – 5 pm
  Join us for an inspiring performance by local school choirs with uplifting musical selections.

Events at Matteson Library ( Registration Required)

• Art and Verse a night of Inspiration
  Friday, February 7, 2025
  6 – 8 pm
  Engage in a night of inspiration, with an exhibit dedicated to honoring the artistic contributions and legacy of remarkable artists from Illinois.
• Ordinary People Screening and Discussion
  Thursday, February 13, 2025
  6 – 8 pm
  A documentary about Alice Tregay’s story. An ordinary person an effecting extraordinary change for human rights.
• The Beat Goes On: Preserving the Heritage of the Black Panther Party, Operations of the Party in Illinois
  Wednesday, February 19, 2025
  6:30 – 7:30 pm
  The Historical Preservation Society of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party is creating tangible, place-based educational and cultural learning experiences based on the Black Panther Party’s historical record in Illinois.
• African American History Live
  * Ages 4 – 12
  Thursday, February 20, 2025
  6 – 7:30 pm
  Join Kidworks Touring Theatre as we journey from Africa to America, experiencing key moments in history with Harriet Tubman, Abraham Lincoln, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.”
• Motown Night
  Friday, February 21, 2025
  6 – 8 pm
  Groove to the sounds of Motown with “Rhonda High Browne and the Pieces”.
• African American Book Club
  Wednesday, February 21, 2025
  6 – 7:30 pm
  This month’s book is How Long ’till Black Future Month? by N.K. Jemison. Copies of the book will be located on the Hold Shelf all month near Patron Services.
• The Soul Collective Band
  Friday 28, February 2025
  6 – 8 pm
  Join us for a night of soulful music as we wrap up Black History Month.

Become a Sponsor

As we prepare for these incredible events, we are seeking sponsors who are passionate about celebrating Black history and culture. Your support can make a real difference in creating an unforgettable experience for our community. Partner with us to honor and uplift our rich history. Being a sponsor includes Logo placement on event materials and promotions, dedicated booth at the event to showcase your organization, recognition during the event program, advertising your business in-house during the month of February, a mention in our spring newsletter, a mention in our social media, and email blasts during the month of February.  If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or want to learn more about how you can get involved, please contact our library director, Nikeda Web, at (708) 748-4431.

Thank You for Your Support

We are so excited to bring these events to life and can’t wait to share them with you. Your participation, whether as an attendee or a sponsor, will help make this Black History Month celebration truly special. Together, we can celebrate the vibrant history, culture, and contributions of Black Americans. Thank you for your continued support!

For more information and event details, visit our website or contact us at (708) 748-4431.