Everything you need to know about Black History Month, with information edited and organized for your enjoyment (iPhone and Android friendly).
By Brian Rodriguez
From a parade that’s one of the largest and oldest in the U.S., to special events, lectures and activities, Pasadena’s Black History Month this year is filled with exciting events. Here’s a comprehensive list, save it and refer to it when needed.
Saturday, Feb. 6
Carrie McAdoo’s grocery store at 679 S. Fair Oaks Avenue, circa 1909 (Black History Collection, BH-L-24-11)
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“The Wellness in You: Living a Happier Healthier Life”
Attend an informational seminar about living life at your healthiest.
– 9 a.m., Jackie Robinson Community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. -
“Pasadena African-American Genealogy Group”
Search out your heritage and recover the past with this dynamic genealogy group.
– 2:30 p.m., Lamanda Park Branch Library, 140 S. Altadena Dr.
Saturday, Feb. 13
Alkebu-lan Cultural Center
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“I Am My Brother’s Keeper: Together, We Will Rise!”
Attend a panel discussion on topics that include physical, spiritual, mental and financial health, and enter to win raffle prizes.
– 10 a.m., First A.M.E. Zion Church, 1087 N. Raymond Ave. -
“Conversation with Peter J. Harris & Pam Ward”
Enjoy readings and conversation with local literary luminaries Peter J. Harris and Pam Ward.
– 2 p.m. at Allendale Branch Library, 1130 S. Marengo Ave. -
“Youth Open Mic and Film Festival”
Experience an evening of enlightenment through poetry, spoken word, song, rap and films.
– 6 p.m. at the Alkebu-Ian Cultural Center, 1435 E. Raymond Ave.
Sunday, Feb. 14
Half of a Yellow Sun (Photo – chimamanda.com).
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Black Film Showcase: “Half of a Yellow Sun”
A romance drama inspired by the Nigerian civil war.
– 3 p.m. at the Jackie Robinson Community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Sponsored by the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Pasadena Alumnae Chapter.
Tuesday, Feb. 16
Marcus Miller (Photo – gpoint-audio.com).
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“Marcus Miller’s African Rhythms”
Explore the world of drums and drumming with musician and educator Marcus Miller.
– 1 p.m., La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave.
Thursday, Feb. 18
(Photo – latinola.com).
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“Yanga: Exploring Mexico’s African Roots”
Discover Mexico’s African heritage, through a slideshow, codices, paintings, photographs and live music.
– 7 p.m., Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium, 285 E. Walnut Ave. Presented by Dr. Gloria Arjona, Spanish language and literature professor, Caltech.
Saturday, Feb. 20
2015 Pasadena Black History parade (Photo – blogs.wf.com)
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“34th Annual Black History Parade and Festival”
– 10 a.m. Parade begins at Charles White Park in Altadena, heads south on Fair Oaks Avenue and ends at Robinson Park, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena Media will record the parade in its entirety for broadcast on KPAS, the City’s government TV station.
– 12-4 p.m. After the parade, enjoy the Black History Festival on Hammond Street and the north side of Robinson Park.
Food for purchase, fun activities for kids, displays, music and other free fun.
Tuesday, Feb. 23
(Photo courtesy of DENA Magazine).
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“Travelling Shoes”
Celebrate Black History Month with amazing stories of African-American heroes who had to put on their “travelling shoes” to make the long journey to freedom.
– 3:30 p.m. at La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave.
For tweens and above.
Thursday, Feb. 25
NOBLE Black History Breakfast(Photo – Google+, Ujima).
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“NOBLE Black History Breakfast”
With Pasadena Police and Fire departments and the San Gabriel Valley Chapter, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE).
– 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. at the Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly St.
Call (626) 744-4547 or (626) 744-7054 for info.
Friday, Feb. 26
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“Chocolate Story Time”
Enjoy storytelling and village building, featuring stories authored by and/or about African-Americans followed by a chocolate treat! Led by Dr. Ayesha Randall.
– 4 p.m. at La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave.
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“Senior Night Out”
Enjoy great food, conversation and upbeat fun.
– 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. at Pasadena City College Community Education Center, 3035 E. Foothill Blvd.
Sunday, Feb. 28
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“Praise Dance & Song Jubilee”
Enjoy music, dance and fellowship.
– 3 p.m., Metropolitan Baptist Church, 2283 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Sunday, March 13
(Photo – Poster forThe Pasadena Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, 2015 Young African American Women’s Conference at PCC).
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“Celebrating Women”
Celebrate women’s contributions to black history.
– 3 p.m. at the Jackie Robinson Community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Sunday, March 20
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“Celebration of Music”
Enjoy music and celebrate its contributions to African-American history
– 3 p.m., Calvary C.M.E Church, 135 Glorieta St.
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