All 16 libraries will have an annual display of books and movies, as well
as resources on authors, poets and people of note. The public is also
invited to view our physical catalog and digital catalog for great
materials that celebrate black history.
Astor County Library
Movie marathons all day long to
celebrate Black History Month.
All ages
Paisley County Library
Movie marathons all day long to
celebrate Black History Month.
All ages
Tavares Public Library
Black History Month Film Series
Saturday, February 1, 2020 @ 2pm
Saturday, February 15, 2020 @ 2pm
Saturday, February 22, 2020 @ 2pm
Saturday, February 29, 2020@ 2pm
All ages
Join the community in watching some of the
latest movies featuring African American
history. Movies are PG and PG-13 rated.
Cooper Memorial Library
A Taste of African Cuisine
Monday, Feb. 3, 2020 @ 11am – 1pm
All ages
Join Chef Ze Carter as she cooks up a selection
of African foods. Generous samples of dishes
prepared in class will be provided to all attendees.
Registration required. Call the library at 352-536-2275.
Paisley County Library
Story Time
Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020 @ 10am – 11am
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 @ 10am – 11am
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020 @ 10am – 11am
Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020 @ 10am – 11am
Children
Celebrate Black History Month and famous
figures during these special story times!
Complete with stories, songs, dancing and
puppet shows.
Cooper Memorial Library
Black History Story Time
Thursday, February 6, 2020 @ 11am – 12pm
Ages 0-5
Join the library for reading, stories,
songs and a craft afterwards.
Paisley County Library
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 @ 2:30pm
Famous Black Poetry Activities
Age 6-13
Get creative in this fun after school program
celebrating Black poets, including Maya
Angelou scatter poetry!
W.T. Bland Public Library
Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020 @ 2pm
Age 13+
Race Against Prime Time is the only film to
scrutinize how television news represents African
Americans. Discussion afterwards with moderator
Ozell Ward. Refreshments served.
Umatilla Public Library
Teens will visit a local museum, then return to do a
sidewalk exhibit of local black history that all citizens can
enjoy. Call 352-669-3284 for details on the date/time.