Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. K-12 Creative Expressions Contest

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

The College of Education will award the winners and honorable mention recipients of the K-12 MLK Creative Expressions Contest. This event will highlight the talents of our local students through

Kumasi J. Barnett Artist Presentation (Zoom)

Zoom

Please register here (https://form.jotform.com/223406851908964) for a virtual talk by Kumasi J. Barnett, presented in conjunction with In Blackest Shade, In Darkest Light exhibition at Giertz Gallery at Parkland College and the Black

“I Have a Dream” Quilt Submission

Phillips Recreation Center 505 W. Stoughton, Urbana, IL

In 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. gave a speech to thousands of civil rights marchers in Washington D.C. This has famously become known as his "I Have a Dream" speech,

USD #116 Black History Month Kickoff

Dr. Preston L. Williams, Jr. Elementary School 2102 E. Washington St., Urbana, IL

The Urbana School District #116's Black History Month kickoff in honor of Janice Mitchell will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2023, from 3:00–5:00 p.m. at the Dr. Preston L.

DIY Kids │Black History Bingo

Champaign Public Library - Douglass Branch 504 E. Grove St., Champaign, IL

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. Hosted by the Champaign

Stacey Robinson Artist Talk

William M. Staerkel Planetarium 2400 W. Bradley Ave., Champaign, IL

Concurrent with "In Blackest Shade, In Darkest Light" exhibition, Krannert Art Museum is hosting an exhibition featuring Black faculty in the School of Art & Design. This exhibition includes participating

Saying Yes to Your Story: Kwame Alexander (Zoom)

Zoom

Join the Illinois Libraries for an evening of inspiration and conversation with bestselling and award-winning children’s and young adult author and poet, Kwame Alexander, author of the Newbery Award winning

Community Education African American Film Series

Parkland College 2400 W. Bradley Ave., Champaign, IL

Parkland College is hosting a Community Education African American Film Series on Thursday, February 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Room U140. Contact the office of Student Life

Bystander Intervention Training (Online)

Zoom

Parkland College's Black History Month programming includes an online Bystander Intervention Training. Tuesday, February 14 10 am and 1 pm sessions Everyone has the right to be who they are, wherever

Bystander Intervention Training (Online)

Zoom

Parkland College's Black History Month programming includes an online Bystander Intervention Training. Tuesday, February 14 10 am and 1 pm sessions Everyone has the right to be who they are, wherever

Table Talk Book Club: The Personal Librarian

Champaign Public Library - Douglass Branch 504 E. Grove St., Champaign, IL

Join the Champaign Public Library's casual monthly get-togethers to talk about books by contemporary African American writers. New members are welcome; call 217/403-2090 for more information. On February 14, 2023,

Google My Maps: Visualizing Your Ancestors’ Lives (Zoom)

Zoom

Learn how to start using Google Maps in your genealogy research! Register for the online program here: https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/7792434 Do you love maps? Spend this Valentine's Day with the Champaign County Genealogical Society and

RACE Talks

Join Parkland College for RACE Talks: Thursday, February 16 Noon–12:50 pm Room U140 Facilitators: Donna Tanner-Harold, Counseling Services (retired), and Dr. Marsh Jones, Social Sciences and Human Services

Black History Month Luncheon at Research Park

Research Park 60 Hazelwood Drive, Champaign, IL

Join Research Park in honoring Black History Month on Friday, February 17 from 12:00 - 1:00 PM with trivia, live music by Bianca Bailey, and lunch from Neil Street Blues.

Just Joy Black History Month Comedy Show

Illini Union 1401 W. Green Street, Urbana, IL

The Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center and Illinites Present the "Just Joy Black History Month Comedy Show" on Friday, February 17. Doors open at 8 p.m. The show

Black & Latinx Summit

iHotel and Conference Center 1900 S. 1st Street, Champaign, IL

The Black & Latinx Summit (BLS) is an annual forum for individuals who are interested in and/or committed to learning and growing their understanding and capacity around solidarity. The summit

Let the Little Light Shine

Virginia Theatre 203 W. Park Ave., Champaign, IL

A special presentation of The Arthouse Experience Film Series. Presented by Illinois Public Media, this exciting series brings the very best of recent art films and documentaries to the Virginia Theatre. To

UFLive! presents Afro D & the Global Soundwaves

Urbana Free Library 201 W. Green Street, Urbana, IL

A special live music and spoken-word performance for Black History Month. Join us for a special music-centered event for Black History Month. The performance features Afro D & Global Soundwaves,

Social Sciences Panel on Race

Parkland College 2400 W. Bradley Ave., Champaign, IL

Join Parkland College for a panel discussion on race: Monday, February 20 10–10:50 am Room U140

Say it Loud, I’m Black and I’m Proud: Black LGBTQ+ History

Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center 1212 W. Nevada St., Urbana, IL

Join the Gender & Sexuality Resource Center on the following dates for their Quench series as part of the Cultural & Resource Center Lunch on Us programming. Free food provided!

Jabari Dreams of Freedom (Krannert Center Youth Series)

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Written by Nambi E. Kelley. This performance is part of the Krannert Center Youth Series, school-day performances for public, private, and home schools, grades PreK-12. 10-year-old Jabari loves to paint.

Reuben May, PhD, Lecture at Parkland College

Parkland College 2400 W. Bradley Ave., Champaign, IL

"Dress Codes and Other Exclusionary Practices in Urban Nightlife" Wednesday, February 22 Noon–12:50 pm Room U140 Dr. May, the Florian Znaniecki Professorial Scholar and Sociology department head at the University of

Jabari Dreams of Freedom (Krannert Center Youth Series)

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Written by Nambi E. Kelley. This performance is part of the Krannert Center Youth Series, school-day performances for public, private, and home schools, grades PreK-12. 10-year-old Jabari loves to paint.

Jabari Dreams of Freedom (Krannert Center Youth Series)

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Written by Nambi E. Kelley. This performance is part of the Krannert Center Youth Series, school-day performances for public, private, and home schools, grades PreK-12. 10-year-old Jabari loves to paint.

Jabari Dreams of Freedom (Krannert Center Youth Series)

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Written by Nambi E. Kelley. This performance is part of the Krannert Center Youth Series, school-day performances for public, private, and home schools, grades PreK-12. 10-year-old Jabari loves to paint.

The Royale

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

A play by Marco Ramirez and directed by Tyrone Phillips. Jay “The Sport” Jackson dreams of being the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. But it’s 1905, and in the

Jabari Dreams of Freedom (Krannert Center Youth Series)

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Written by Nambi E. Kelley. This performance is part of the Krannert Center Youth Series, school-day performances for public, private, and home schools, grades PreK-12. 10-year-old Jabari loves to paint.

Jabari Dreams of Freedom (Krannert Center Youth Series)

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Written by Nambi E. Kelley. This performance is part of the Krannert Center Youth Series, school-day performances for public, private, and home schools, grades PreK-12. 10-year-old Jabari loves to paint.

50 Plus! Black History Soul Food Potluck

Douglass Annex 804 N. Fifth Street, Champaign, IL

Celebrate Black History Month with the Champaign Park District as we enjoy traditional soul food. Bring a special dish to share and sample a variety of foods in celebration. Bring

The Royale

A play by Marco Ramirez and directed by Tyrone Phillips. Jay “The Sport” Jackson dreams of being the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. But it’s 1905, and in the

Battle of the Books

Champaign Public Library - Main Library 200 W. Green St., Champaign, IL

Students in grades 3 to 5 can celebrate Black History Month by challenging their book knowledge in the Champaign Public Library's 18th annual Battle of the Books. Find copies of

The Royale

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

A play by Marco Ramirez and directed by Tyrone Phillips. Jay “The Sport” Jackson dreams of being the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. But it’s 1905, and in the