Orange County Office of Equity & Inclusions has listed several events for Black History Month in February, 2025. This month-long series of events will honor the contributions of African Americans in labor, justice, and equity movements while fostering deep reflection, meaningful dialogue, and a commitment to building a more just and inclusive community. The programs include film screenings, … [Read more...] about Black History Month Events in Orange County
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Wake County Libraries celebrate Black History Month with many free programs
Wake County Public Libraries is celebrating Black History Month in February, 2025, with dozens of free programs focused on Black Brilliance. There are programs for all ages. Included are lectures, hands-on art and much more. The in-person events are being held in many locations around Wake County. Some events require registration and some don't, so make sure to click the links for full … [Read more...] about Wake County Libraries celebrate Black History Month with many free programs
Coffee and Conversations at A Place at the Table
A Place at the Table, Raleigh's "pay what you can" cafe, is relaunching Coffee and Conversations. They will bring in experts and speakers to host discussions about various topics. These are free events and open to anyone in the community. Each Coffee and Conversations event lasts one hour. The first Coffee and Conservations in 2025 about takes place January 30, at 9 a.m. The guest speaker … [Read more...] about Coffee and Conversations at A Place at the Table
Black History Celebration: Black Joy is Black History
Education Justice Alliance is hosting a free event for Black History Month event, Black Joy is Black History, on Saturday, February 22, 2025, fro 2 to 5 p.m., at Southeast Raleigh YMCA, 1436 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event features food, vendors, games and activities for kids. … [Read more...] about Black History Celebration: Black Joy is Black History
National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission
The Raleigh Human Relations Commission and City of Raleigh are hosting a National Day of Racial Healing event on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event to celebrate MLK Day. Please RSVP to help with planning. Event attendees can look forward to insightful discussions, … [Read more...] about National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission
Evening of Reflection & Remembrance at The Plant on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting an Evening of Reflection & Remembrance with Heart2HeartNC on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. come together in community to reflect and remember the principles and actions that help us stay grounded during these challenging times — non-violence, mindful awareness, courageous speech, respect, kindness and … [Read more...] about Evening of Reflection & Remembrance at The Plant on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration in Fuquay-Varina
The Cultural Arts Society of Fuquay-Varina is hosting the 21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration on Monday, January 20, 2025. The march will start at Falcon Park, 105 Falcon Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC, at 9:30 a.m., and will conclude at the First Baptist Church of Fuquay-Varina, 105 N West Street, Fuquay-Varina, where a celebration will take place. The celebration … [Read more...] about 21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration in Fuquay-Varina
MLK Day with United Way of the Greater Triangle: Day of Service
United Way of Greater Triangle is celebrating MLK Day in 2025 with a day of service. The event takes place on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Boys and Girls Club of Wake County's Teen Center, 721 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, NC. This is a youth-driven experience that will center the voices of today’s young people in conversations around community service, life transitions, … [Read more...] about MLK Day with United Way of the Greater Triangle: Day of Service
Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend in Apex January 17-20
The Town of Apex is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a Commemoration Weekend from January 17 to 20, 2025. Black Authors Exhibit On Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., the Black Authors Exhibit will be at Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem Street, Apex, NC. MLK Unity March and Breakfast Reception On Saturday, January 18, 2025 Social Justice … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend in Apex January 17-20
Hayti Heritage Center’s 50 Year Celebration Jan. 17
Hayti Heritage Center, at 804 Old Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a special event Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6 p.m. Enjoy reflection, storytelling and celebration in Hayti Heritage Center's interactive, hands-on space. This free event features: This event was announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about Hayti Heritage Center’s 50 Year Celebration Jan. 17
