Enjoy two special family programs in February in celebration of Black History Month. On February 4th, “Along the Way: Storytelling in the African Tradition” will feature songs and stories of freedom. On February 11th, passages from W.E.B. Dubois’ influential book, The Souls of Black Folk, will be performed by actors from the African-American Cultural Center’s Paul Robeson Theatre. Both are free and open to the public.
Along This Way: Storytelling in the African Tradition “Songs and Stories of Freedom”, featuring: We All Storytellers — Karima Amin & Sharon Holley / Percussionist — Eddie Sowande Nicholson / Vocalist & Dancer — Joyce Carolyn / Saturday, February 4, 2006 2:00 p.m. Gift Bag to the First 50 Attendees. Co-sponsored by: B&ECPL Department of Extension Services / just buffalo literary center / Buffalo / Lutheran Employment Service / Allen Street Connection.
“The Souls of Black Folk” – Selected text from W.E.B. DuBois’ influential book interspersed with historical African-American spirituals. Performed by the six actors from the African-American Cultural Center’s Paul Robeson Theatre. Directed by Paulette Harris / Saturday, February 11, 2006 2:30 pm. Talk-back session with performers following the program. Co-sponsored by: American Association of University Women – Buffalo Branch / St. Augustine Center, Inc. / Buffalo and Erie County Public Library.
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library – 1 Lafayette Square Buffalo. (716) 858-8900