Celebrate Black History Month with Richmond Public Library

Richmond, BC – February is Black History Month and this year, we are focusing on uniting the community in celebration and raising awareness about this important global event. Richmond Public Library and Mary Wilson, a passionate community advocate, will be welcoming the community virtually all month long to a series of events celebrating the legacy of Black Canadians past and present. This year’s theme recognizes and explores the Canadian Black Family: Representation, Identity and Diversity.

The library is offering a number of virtual events for children, adults and seniors to experience and enjoy.

• On Tuesday February 2, join us for an enlightening panel discussion and Q &A focusing on this year’s Black History Month theme. Our panelists, representing diverse backgrounds and demographics, will share aspects of their history, and how it has informed their current life and lived experiences. Pre-registration is required for this online program
• Storytimes throughout February will be featuring a variety of children’s materials that address topics of fairness, justice and awareness of black history
• Kids and teens book club meet-ups held throughout February will be discussing themes of diversity
• Sit back and enjoy the February book reviews published in the Richmond News, which will feature two of the library’s recently acquired books on Black Lives Matter topics
• Visit any RPL branch to browse our newly acquired collection of books that support this year’s theme
• Explore these specially curated Black History Month book lists for children https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/list/share/344587728/1809750299 and adults https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/list/share/344587728/1805210079

“In 2020, the world focused on the Black Community, the discrimination and violence we often experience. The Black community assisted by other cultures and community groups connected to fight against these injustices,” said Mary Wilson. “This February, Black History Month in Canada provides another opportunity to share our history, heroes and contributions to Canada as we get to know one another to work towards a just society for all.”

We invite the entire community to participate, engage and learn! For more information, visit http://rpl.yourlibrary.ca/events_calendar or speak to a library staff member.