African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 23rd

Chicago Public Library

African American Stories and Crafts for Preschoolers
Wednesday, February 23, 11:00 a.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch

Knitting or Crocheting a Quilt Block
Wednesday, February 23, 4:00 p.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch

After School Matters: Artist Development and Ethnic Dance Theater
Wednesday, February 23, 4:00 p.m.
Woodson Regional Library
After School Matters teenagers will present an afrocentric dance and theater performance.

The Art of Charcoal Drawing with Edwina Searcy
Wednesday, February 23, 4:00 p.m.
Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch

After School Matters: Urban Dance
Wednesday, February 23, 4:30 p.m.
Harold Washington Library Center, YOUmedia
After School Matters teenagers will demonstrate the latest urban dance moves in this toe-tapping and finger-popping high-energy performance.

After School Matters: Hip Hop Culture Dance
Wednesday, February 23, 4:45 p.m.
Harold Washington Library Center, YOUmedia
After School Matters teenagers will present a dynamic performance that fuses urban dance and popular culture.

After School Matters: Chicago Opera Theater
Wednesday, February 23, 5:00 p.m.
Harold Washington Library Center, YOUmedia
After School Matters teenagers will demonstrate the art of classical singing and acting.

African Flag Making: Flags of the Fanté Warriors
Wednesday, February 23, 6:30 p.m.
Vodak-East Side Branch
Children will learn about and create their own “Fanté Warrior of Ghana” flag using colored paper, felt and a variety of other materials.

Check out the Chicago Public Library website for addresses to the different branches.

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