Children will learn about the quilters and quilts of Gee’s Bend, Alabama and create a quilt collage out of paper in their style. For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

This Teen Time program will help teens think about new ways of expressing themselves by using a distinctive style of visual art. We will also learn about Afro-Carribean graffiti writer Phase 2, who pioneered and popularized the bubble-style lettering technique.  For teens in grades 6-12. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.   

Paint a special “day in the life” bookmark inspired by amazing folk artist Clementine Hunter and her painting style. For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

This Teen Time will help teens learn about the Black history of Punk Rock. The power of logos, what they convey, & basic graphic design will also be discussed. Create your own band logo!  For teens in grades 6-12. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

This Teen Time program will help teens think about new ways of expressing themselves by using a distinctive style of visual art.  We will also learn about Afro-Caribbean graffiti writer Phase 2, who pioneered and popularized the bubble-style lettering technique.  For teens in grades 6-12. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

Join us for a lively book discussion on Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts by Crystal Wilkinson This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.

This Teen Time program will help teens learn about the influential Black artist Jean Michel Basquiat and his important legacy of social commentary through artistic expression. For teens in grades 6-12. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.   

This Teen Time program will teach teens about the history of the trading card and its importance in the Negro League. It will also help teens to learn to explore mixed media applications in creating art.  For teens in grades 6-12. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.  

Children will learn about the quilters and quilts of Gee’s Bend, Alabama and create a quilt collage out of paper in their style.  For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

This program will focus on three history makers: Bessie Coleman, David E. Harris and Guion Bluford. All are African Americans who played a significant role in aviation and aerospace history.  For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

This facilitated group learning program will help kids understand the importance of making art by hand in the style of El Anatsui. For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

Kids will learn about Pittsburgh native and fashion icon Billy Porter. They will design a miniature version of a red carpet look for a paper doll, representing their own interests in a creative way.  For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

Join us for a lively book discussion of The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.

This program will focus on three history makers: Bessie Coleman, David E. Harris and Guion Bluford. All are African Americans who played a significant role in aviation and aerospace history. For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

This Teen Time program will help teens think about new ways of expressing themselves by using a distinctive style of visual art.  We will also learn about Afro-Caribbean graffiti writer Phase 2, who pioneered and popularized the bubble-style lettering technique.  For teens in grades 6-12. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.   

Children will learn about the quilters and quilts of Gee’s Bend, Alabama and create a quilt collage out of paper in their style.  For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.

Kids will learn about Pittsburgh native and fashion icon Billy Porter. They will design a miniature version of a red carpet look for a paper doll, representing their own interests in a creative way. For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

This program will focus on three history makers: Bessie Coleman, David E. Harris and Guion Bluford. All are African Americans who played a significant role in aviation and aerospace history.  For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming. 

Join us for a lively book discussion on Soul of a Killer by Abby Collette. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.

Join us for a lively book discussion of American Sirens by Kevin Hazzard which can be found in our Catalog. Note: This is a hybrid event. Attendees are welcome to join in-person or virtually by registering below and using the the link provided in your RSVP confirmation email. This event is part of our Black History … Continued

Join us for a lively book discussion on Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla. This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.

This facilitated group learning program will help kids understand the importance of making art by hand in the style of El Anatsui.  For kids in grade K-5 This event is part of our Black History Month 2025 programming.