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SUMMARY:The Black Joy Project
DESCRIPTION:Running from February 2 through December 1\, 2024\, the Black Joy Project aims to make an unprecedented celebration of Black JOY visible in our communities and museum spaces. The project celebrates the beauty\, joy\, and resilience of Black women and girls and their lived experiences during COVID-19 and the social unrest after the brutal deaths of George Floyd\, Breonna Taylor\, and others. During 2024\, public events will carry the project’s themes into performances\, workshops\, talks\, and other programs with an exciting variety of artists and experts. The project will grow and build joy throughout the year. \nThroughout the run of the project\, the community can expect events that underscore resilience and healing through food\, performance\, crafting\, music\, and much more. Conversations around self-care and cooking lead into wellness activities and programs encouraging participants to add to the project’s museum display. Programs include a Black business expo (February) to connect local Black business owners with the community and to discuss ideas around growing Black wealth; a multi-day workshop (June) for community members to create their own Book of Life\, inspired by PBS’s hit TV show Finding Your Roots; and a back to school evening (August) for students to learn about and receive materials to incorporate the Samaritan’s Eight Dimensions of Wellness(external link). \nAbout the Curators\nDr. Ruby Mendenhall is a professor in Sociology and African American Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She is the Associate Dean for Diversity and Democratization of Health Innovation of the Carle Illinois College of Medicine. Her research looks at how gun violence affects Black mothers’ mental and physical health. She is currently directing the Nobel Project\, which provides students from marginalized groups unprecedented access to experiences and mentors in science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and math. She recently trained close to 50 high school and young adults to be Community Health Workers and Citizen/Community Scientists. She is also developing Wellness Stores/Spaces in schools and other locations in communities. \nFlorence Adibu is a Research Scientist at Carle Illinois College of Medicine. She infuses her work with a deep understanding of intercultural learning\, Afrofuturism\, and community healing. She inspires students to become Global Ambassadors\, passionately addressing the intersection of innovation\, inequity\, and knowledge. Florence is a vocal advocate for Black women and girls\, leveraging oral storytelling to speak truth to power in her teaching and writing. \nSupported by:\n\nDr. Allan C. and Marlene S. Campbell Endowment Fund\nRichard J. and Barbara S. Faletti Gallery of African Cultures Fund\nDonald W. and Dorothy Berkey White Endowment Fund\nNorman E. Whitten Spurlock Graduate Assistant Fund\nSpurlock Museum Educational Endowment Fund\nSpurlock Museum Guild Museum Fund\nGirls Like Me Inc.\nCarle Illinois College of Medicine\nPresident’s Initiative to Celebrate the Impact of the Arts and Humanities\nNational Science Foundation\nIllinois Arts Council Agency
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/the-black-joy-project/
LOCATION:Spurlock Museum\, 600 S. Gregory\, Urbana\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241212T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050803
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SUMMARY:CU BIPOC Artist Collective Holiday Card Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Holiday card making with handmade paper. Plus\, hot cocoa!
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/cu-bipoc-artist-collective-holiday-card-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Fresh Press\, 2116 Griffith Dr.\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250201T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250202T020000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050803
CREATED:20240628T180627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T184812Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois Soul 1st Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Everybody loves an anniversary\, and we’re celebrating a big one: The first anniversary of Illinois Soul! In 2024\, Illinois Public Media launched Illinois Soul\, a new radio station serving the Black community\, to “amplify Black voices\, music\, and culture throughout central Illinois.” We are proud to partner with Illinois Soul in their important mission. Come enjoy a free pre-performance reception in the Lobby at 5:30pm with R&B music\, appetizers\, cash bar\, and giveaways\, followed by a ticketed concert featuring a national recording artist. Happy Anniversary\, Illinois Soul\, and here’s to many more to come! \n5:30p – Free Pre-Party @ Stage 5 ft. Dexter O’Neal and the Funk yard. \n7:30pm – Ticket Loose Ends ft. Jane Eugene Concert in the Tryon Theatre. \n10:00pm-2:00am – After party @ Neil Street Blues. Free admission with digital concert ticket or stub. Late night menu & Dj.
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/illinois-soul-1st-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Krannert Center for the Performing Arts\, 500 S. Goodwin Ave.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61801
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250203T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050803
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T174620Z
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SUMMARY:Paths of Progress: Uncovering the Champaign County African American Heritage Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first hybrid webinar of the year! RSVP for the in-person event at the Main Library\, Media Commons\, by Friday\, February 14 at https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1456852862. This event will be accessible online via Zoom\, register at https://go.library.illinois.edu/feb20bhm \nA Special Presentation by Angela Rivers and Dr. Barbara Suggs-Mason with Archivist of Multicultural Collections and Services\, Jessica Ballard-Lawrence.Join us for our first hybrid webinar of the year with an engaging presentation about the Champaign County African American Heritage Trail\, a community-driven initiative that celebrates the rich history and lasting contributions of African Americans in the Champaign County area. The trail’s mission is to educate residents and visitors about these often-overlooked stories\, while its broader vision seeks to inspire meaningful conversations\, deepen cultural understanding\, and promote a more inclusive society. \nAngela Rivers and Dr. Barbara Suggs-Mason\, who lead this volunteer-driven project\, will join Ballard-Lawrence and share insights into their family’s deep roots in the community\, the development of the trail\, and the importance of making this experience accessible to all. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the trail’s impact and how it brings local history to life.Learn about the trail’s connection to the University Archives\, where historical resources and collections have helped document and preserve the legacy of African American life at Illinois. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to discover how local history and archival materials intersect to tell powerful stories that shape our present and future. Space is limited and registration is required. A Zoom link will be provided immediately after registration.If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in any of these programs/events\, please let us know. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/paths-of-progress-uncovering-the-champaign-county-african-american-heritage-trail/
LOCATION:University of Illinois\, Main Library\, 1408 W. Gregory Drive\, Room 220\, Urbana\, IL\, 61801
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050803
CREATED:20250121T192700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T192852Z
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SUMMARY:DIY KIDS | BLACK HISTORY BINGO
DESCRIPTION:Learn about famous people\, places\, and events in Black History by making your own bingo card and playing together at our weekly do-it-yourself activity for kids.
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/diy-kids-black-history-bingo/
LOCATION:Douglass Park\, 804 N. Fifth Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T190000
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SUMMARY:Krannert Center Uncorked with Illinois Soul
DESCRIPTION:Join Illinois Soul and Krannert Center as we celebrate Black History Month with Krannert Center Uncorked! Every Thursday in February\, Krannert Center will showcase some of the best local and regional musicians on Stage 5 in the Krannert Center lobby. Connect with friends new and old\, enjoy a beverage from the Stage 5 Bar\, and dance\, dance\, dance! You can connect with the staff of Illinois Soul\, as well! All Krannert Center Uncorked events are absolutely FREE. Come join the party! \nFor more information\, visit: https://krannertcenter.com/events/krannert-center-uncorked-illinois-soul
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/krannert-center-uncorked-with-illinois-soul/
LOCATION:Krannert Center for the Performing Arts\, 500 S. Goodwin Ave.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61801
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050803
CREATED:20250121T190813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T191012Z
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SUMMARY:SPEAK Cafe: February 2025
DESCRIPTION:SPEAK stands for Song\, Poetry\, Art and Knowledge. It is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum curated by local artist\, Shaya Robinson\, featuring guest performers and welcoming all to the mic.
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/2042/
LOCATION:Krannert Art Museum\, 500 E. Peabody Drive\, Champaign\, Illinois\, 61820
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050803
CREATED:20250203T184905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T184954Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Organic: Celebrating the Legacy of Black Music
DESCRIPTION:Certified Organic Celebrating the legacy of black music. Hosted by Aaron ‘Aplus’ Wilson | Music by Ther’Up.Y. Brought to you by Illinois Soul. \n  \n 
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/2100/
LOCATION:Gallery Art Bar\, 119 W. Main St.\, Urbana\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250207T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250207T153000
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SUMMARY:School of Social Work Immersive Simulated Experience: Poverty and Service
DESCRIPTION:Step into the shoes of those facing financial hardships in our community with an immersive simulated experience. Acknowledging the profound impact of poverty\, the School of Social Work\, in collaboration with the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity\, Equity & Inclusion and the Champaign Urbana Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. invites students\, faculty\, staff\, and community members to participate in a unique event designed to provide a firsthand understanding of life under financial constraints. \nDuring this “Immersive Simulated Experience\,” participants will navigate the challenges of limited resources and heightened stress. The simulation encourages individuals to perceive poverty from various perspectives and fosters discussions on the potential for personal and community-driven change. These thought-provoking experiences are crafted to sensitize participants to the harsh realities of poverty\, sparking a dialogue on the path toward positive transformation.
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/school-of-social-work-immersive-simulated-experience-poverty-and-service/
LOCATION:UIUC School of Social Work\, 1010 W. Nevada\, Urbana\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T120000
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration at Research Park
DESCRIPTION:Professionals who work in the Research Park community are invited to celebrate Black History Month with us from 12-1pm on Thursday\, February 13 at EnterpriseWorks. Barbara Suggs-Mason and Angela Rivers will be present on the Champaign County African-American Heritage Trail and how you can engage. \nLunch will be provided by Neil Street Blues. Research Park events are free; however\, registration is required to ensure that we have adequate seating and food for all participants. Please contact Cathy McArthur at mcarthur@illinois.edu with any questions.
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/black-history-month-celebration-at-research-park/
LOCATION:Research Park\, 60 Hazelwood Drive\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250218T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050803
CREATED:20250203T175050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T175050Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Community: A History of African Americans in Champaign County
DESCRIPTION:Carter G. Woodson\, the founder of Black History Month\, “believed that history was made by the people\, not simply or primarily by great men.” Historically\, Champaign County has always had a vibrant Black community of people who lived lives of dignity and grace despite the barriers of segregation and racial prejudice that they encountered on a daily basis. The course will cover over 170 years of this community’s history. These men and women were self-reliant and self-made\, determined to improve their lives and contribute to the betterment of the greater community. This is the story we will tell. \nInstructors: Angela M. Rivers: An artist\, educator\, historian and museum professional\, Angela Rivers spent over thirty-five years in teaching\, supervisory\, managerial\, and consulting positions in museums and in the cultural arts arena in Texas\, Central Illinois\, and the Chicago area. Her experiences include\, DuSable Museum of African American History\, Chicago\, IL; Chicago History Museum; The Field Museum of Natural History\, Chicago\, IL; Art Institute of Chicago\, Dallas Museum of Fine Art\, Dallas\, TX; and teaching African and African American Art at Eastern Illinois University. \nBarbara Suggs-Mason\, Ed.D. worked in public education in Illinois for over 37 years at every level as a teacher and administrator\, and as an adjunct instructor at several Chicago area colleges and universities. A frequent presenter\, she is a recipient of an Award of Merit from the Illinois State Board of Education for her work as a classroom teacher and retired as a Superintendent of Schools. \nBoth instructors grew up in Champaign\, descending from family that moved to the county after the Civil War. Currently\, they serve as co-chairs of the Champaign County African American Heritage Trail.
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/creating-community-a-history-of-african-americans-in-champaign-county/
LOCATION:301 North Neil Street\, Suite 201\, 301 North Neil Street\, Suite 201\, Champaign\, 61820\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250221T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050804
CREATED:20250121T192207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T192207Z
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SUMMARY:Rio Da Yung OG at The Canopy Club
DESCRIPTION:Rio Da Yung OG started making music with RMC Mike as a teenager\, recording songs on a karaoke machine for him and his friends to listen to. Rio didn’t take rap seriously until his idol Team Eastside Peezy encouraged him to and proved that rap made money\, he said in an interview with No Jumper.
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/rio-da-yung-og-at-the-canopy-club/
LOCATION:Canopy Club\, 708 S. Goodwin Ave.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61801
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250227T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050804
CREATED:20240626T183718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T210538Z
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SUMMARY:Krannert Center Uncorked with Illinois Soul
DESCRIPTION:Join Illinois Soul and Krannert Center as we celebrate Black History Month with Krannert Center Uncorked! Every Thursday in February\, Krannert Center will showcase some of the best local and regional musicians on Stage 5 in the Krannert Center lobby. Connect with friends new and old\, enjoy a beverage from the Stage 5 Bar\, and dance\, dance\, dance! You can connect with the staff of Illinois Soul\, as well! All Krannert Center Uncorked events are absolutely FREE. Come join the party! \nFor more information\, visit: https://krannertcenter.com/events/krannert-center-uncorked-illinois-soul-1
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/krannert-center-uncorked-with-illinois-soul-2/
LOCATION:Krannert Center for the Performing Arts\, 500 S. Goodwin Ave.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61801
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250405T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250405T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T050804
CREATED:20240626T184126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T184126Z
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SUMMARY:UI Black Chorus
DESCRIPTION:More detail forthcoming! Learn more by visiting: https://krannertcenter.com/events/ui-black-chorus-0
URL:https://ccafricanamericanheritage.org/event/ui-black-chorus-2/
LOCATION:Krannert Center for the Performing Arts\, 500 S. Goodwin Ave.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61801
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