Jan. 17, 9 a.m., The Dream and Its Impact, Soldan International Studies High School, 918 N. Union. Call (314) 367-9222.
Jan. 18 – Jan. 21, 3rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Conference. Call (314) 514-0678.
Jan. 19, 1 p.m., Documentary on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Afro World, 7276 Natural Bridge Rd. Call (314) 389-5194.
Sat., Jan. 19, 7 p.m., King’s Dream: From Little Rock to Jena 6,
Join three renowned photojournalists to discuss the American Civil Rights Movement as it has been captured in documentary photography. From the iconic image of high school students facing an angry mob in Little Rock, Arkansas to recent coverage of activists arriving in Louisiana to support the Jena 6, this program highlights the historic role of education in the march toward Dr. King’s dream for equality and justice. Photojournalist Panel includes Wiley Price, of the St. Louis American, D. Michael Cheers, Asst. Professor, Photojournalism, San Jose State University and Jason Miccolo Johnson, Washington, D.C.-based photographer and author, Saint Louis Art Museum, One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park. Call (314) 655-5437.
Sun., Jan. 20, 2 p.m. & 3 p.m., The Missouri History Museum presents a Remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the program begins at 2 p.m. with a “St. Louis in Black and White” tour (reservations required), which uses artifacts and key historical events to examine the relationship between various racial and ethnic groups in St. Louis. At 3:00pm, don’t miss out on the theatrical performance, “Conversations with a King: The Speeches of Martin Luther King.” In this performance, Gregory Carr portrays Martin Luther King, Jr. from his days as a young man in the “Sweet Auburn” section of Atlanta, to his college days at Morehouse, Crozier Theological Seminary and Boston University, to Montgomery, Washington, D.C., Oslo, and his fateful journey to Memphis in 1968. A Q&A sessions immediately follows the performance. Missouri History Museum, Lindell and DeBaliviere.
Sun., Jan. 20, 3 p.m., Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration, Compton Hill Baptist Church, 3141 Lasalle. Call (314) 524-1936.
Sun., Jan. 20, 4 p.m., Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Worship Service, Friendly Temple Missionary Baptist Church, 5515 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. Call (314) 367-9700.
Sun., Jan. 20, 5 p.m., Global Reach Unity Corporation and The First Baptist Church of Chesterfield present the 1st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Celebration “Transforming Our Struggles into Strengths”, First Baptist Church of Chesterfield, 17155 Wild Horse Creek Rd. Call (636) 541-1582.
Sun., Jan. 20, 7 p.m., City of Hazelwood 6th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Hazelwood Civic Center, 8969 Dunn Rd. Call (314) 731-0980
Mon., Jan. 21, 9 a.m., PricewaterhouseCoopers employees to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by hosting an event for approximately 60 high school students to promote awareness of educational and career opportunities, PricewaterhouseCoopers ,800 Market Street, 30th Floor. Call (314) 206 – 8135.
Mon., Jan. 21, 10 a.m., UMSL’s Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. observance program with Hilary Shelton as keynote speaker, Touhill Performing Arts Center, UMSL. Call (314) 516 – 5695.
Mon., Jan. 21, 10 a.m., Southern Mission Baptist Church Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, 8171 Welsey Ave. Call (314) 521-3951.
Mon., Jan. 21, 10 a.m., Civic Ceremony and March of Celebration, 4th & Market March to Powell Symphony Hall. Call (314) 426-6553.
Mon., Jan. 21, 12 noon, Youth Activities after the March, Friendly Temple Missionary Baptist Church, 5500 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. Call (314) 367-9700.
Jan. 21, 1 p.m., Documentary on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Afro World, 7276 Natural Bridge Rd. Call (314) 389-5194.
Mon., Jan. 21, 3 p.m., African-American Read In with Boys Hope/Girls Hope, Maryville University Library, 650 Maryville University Dr. Call (314) 529-9521.
Mon., Jan. 21, 3 p.m., Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley, 3400 Pershall Rd. Call (314)
Mon., Jan. 21, 4 p.m., Washington University School of Medicine Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Lecture Series featuring Angela E. Oh, Eric P. Newman Education Center. Call (314) 362-6584.
Mon., Jan. 21, 5:30 p.m., Thirteenth Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration, Steger Sixth Grade Center (701 N. Rock Hill Rd).
Mon., Jan. 21, 7 p.m., Commemoration Celebration, Washington Univeristy Danforth Campus, Graham Chapel. Call (314) 935-5965.
Mon., Jan. 21, ML King Jr. Skate Celebration, Skate King Center (West), 6100 Natural Bridge. Call (314) 382-1112.
Wed., Jan. 23, 5 p.m., Maryville University’s 4th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, Maryville University Auditorium, 650 Maryville University Dr. Call (314) 529-9649.
Sun., Jan. 27, 3 p.m., St. Alphonsus Ligouri “Rock” Catholic Church Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Contest, Sts. Theresa and Bridget Catholic Church, 2401 N. Grand. Call (314) 382-9545.
Wed., Jan. 23, 5pm., 4th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, held at MaryvilleUniversity Auditorium 650 Maryville
University Dr. Foucuses on nonviolence and social activism. Guest speaker will be Daryl Davis, author of Klandestine Relationships.
Fri., Jan. 25, 9:30pm-11:30pm., Joint Meeting of US Attorney’s Hate Crimes Task Force for Eastern Missouri and Southeren Illinois and the Task Force on Human Trafficking, Central Reform Congregation
5020 Waterman, contact Karen Aroerty, ADL at 314/432-6868,
or Philip Deitech at 314/772-3439.
Fri., Jan. 25, 7p.m., An Evening of Art and Jazz, See artwork from local artists, while to music and experiecne St. Louis County Library 1640 Lindbergh Blvd.
Sat., Jan. 26, 3p.m., Kick-off Black History Month at
Afro World 7276 Natral Bridge Rd. It’s Gospel Saturday
Come enjoy a in-store mini concert by gospel recording
artist, Jackie Morrison. Admission is Free.Contact
Sheila Little-Forrest at (314)389-5194.
Sat., Jan.26, 4p.m., OBS 28TH Anniversary Celebration,
Phyllis Wheatley Heritage Center 2711 Locust Avenue.
Special guest to be annouced later.Sponsered by the
Organization for Bleack Struggle. Admission is $35 in
advance, and $40 at the door. Call Kalimu Endesha at (314) 367-5959
or contact obs_onthemove@yahoo.com
Sun., Jan. 27, 2:30 p.m., Sisters-Nineties and Yari Yari Wriers
Performances, at the Julia Davis Branch, Public Library
4415 Natural Bridge Ave.
Sun., Jan. 27, 3 p.m., 8th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Essay Contest, St. Theresa and St. Bridget Catholic Chruch, 2401 Grand BLVD. Admission is free. Call Anita Banks at (314) 382-9545
Wed., Jan. 30, 7 p.m., Cultural Competence Training , Maryville University; Buder Family Student Commons 650 Maryville University Dr.
Though Feb. 2008, It’s Your World: Celebrate Your
Uniqueness through Multiculituralism, Various Branches,
St. Louis Public Library. Join the world in celebrating our uniqueness.
Learn about different cultures and listen to music from around the world.
Check with your local branch for date and times. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at (314) 539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at (314)539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Each Mon. & Sat. in Feb. Mon 6 p.m., Sat 2 p.m., Black History Month Flim Festival, Schlafly Branch, Public Library 225 N. Euclid Ave. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at 314/539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at 314/539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Fri., Feb. 1, 7 p.m., Porch Lies, St. Louis County Library 1640 Lindbergh Blvd. Come see a live production of Porch Lies. Author Patrica McKissack, willautograph copies of the book after the production. Contact Marcia Wilderman at 314/827-8079.
Sat. Feb. 2, 3 p.m., Meet St. Louis American Writers, Afro World
7276 Natural Bridge Rd. Come meet Editor; Alvin Reid, Columist; Carol Daniel and other members of the American staff. Call Sheila Little-Forest at 314/389-5194.
Sun. Feb. 3, 3p.m., YTEC African American Read-In, Youth Technology
and Education Center 4471 Olive St.
Sun. Feb. 3, 5 p.m., Super Bowl Sunday/Soul Food Sunday, Maryville University, Burder Family Student Commons 650 Maryville University Dr.
Enjoy a soul food feast, followed by a Super Bowl party with snacks,
drinks, and friendly competions. Sponsered by the Association of Black Collegians. Admisson free for Maryville students only, everyone else is invited but must pay $5 admisson fee. Contact Richanda Whitfeild.
Mon. Feb. 4, 10 a.m., Controlling a Man’s Mind: The Life and
Works of Carter G. Woodson as told by Gregory Carr, Walnut Park Branch, Public Library 5760 W. Florissant Ave. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at (314) 539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at (314) 539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Mon. Feb. 4, 12 p.m., Black History Month Triva Game Show,
Harris Stowe State University 3026 Laclede Avenue. Call student activites at (314) 340-5053 for more info.
Mon., Feb. 4, 12:15 p.m. & 7p.m., Brown Bag Lunch Presentation,
Maryville University Donius University Center 108; 650 Maryville University Dr.
Mon., Feb. 4, 4 p.m., Ain’t I A Woman? A Celebration of the Life of Sojourner Truth, Divoll Branch, Public Library 4234 N. Grand Ave. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at (314) 539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at (314) 539-0315 or visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Mon., Feb. 4, 6 p.m., Movie Mondays: Freedom Writers, Harris Stowe
State University EPC Little Theare 3026 Laclede Avenue.
Contact Student Activites at (314) 340-5053.
Tues. Feb. 5, 6a.m.-7p.m., Missouri Presidential Primary- Take Advantage of your Right to Vote! Your designated pollong place.
http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/voting/intor/intorb.htm
Wed., Feb. 6, 1:30 p.m., Senior Flim Series-Sidney Poitier Films:
Movies for Black History Month, The Defiant Ones(1958), Buder Branch Library, 4401 Hampton. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at (314) 539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at (314)539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Wed., Feb. 6, 7 p.m., Author Christopher Alan Bracy, Schlafly Branch:
Public Library 225 N. Euclid Ave. Admission is free and open to the public.
Contact Carlotta AlgeeStancil at 314/539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment
at 314/539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Thurs., Feb. 7, 7p.m., Author Cecil Brown, Schlafly Branch: Public
Library 225 N. Euclid Ave. All ages. Admission is free and open to
the public. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at 314/539-0365 or the Marketing
Deparment at 314/539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Thurs., Feb. 7, 7p.m., Zimbabwe Nkenya, St.Louis County Library: Lewis & Clark Branch 9909 Lewis- Clark Blvd. Musical workshops for children and families with traditional African instruments. Call Marcia Wilderman at 314/827-8079.
Fri. Feb. 8, 7p.m., African American Inventors you should know, St.Louis County Library: Bridgeton Branch, Rm. 1 3455 McKelvey Rd. All ages. Admissions is free and open to the public. Program sites accessible. Please call 314/291-7570 to register.
Sat. Feb.9, 10a.m-4p.m., Summit on Leadership Development (SOLD), Marryville University: Donius University Center 650 Maryville University Dr.
Sat., Feb. 9, 2 p.m., Zimbabwe Nkenya, Musical workshops for children and families with traditional African instruments. St. Louis County Library, 7606 Natural Bridge Rd. Call Marcia Wilderman at (314) 827-8079.
Sat. Feb. 9, 4 p.m., Afriky Lolo African Dance and Drummers., Julia Davis Branch: Public Library 4415 Natural Bridge Avenue. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at (314) 539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at (314) 539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Sat., Feb. 9, 6 p.m., Chosen Few Memorial Dinner and Dance, 11th annual memorial honoring first black marines, Lt. General Ronald Coleman and Ruth Ezell will be special guests. Sponsored by the Chapter 13 Montford Point Marines OSS, Airport Marriot Hotel 10700 Pear Tree Lane. Admissions is $40. Contact William E. Wahington at (314) 997-0374.
Sun., Feb. 10, 2 p.m., St. Louis Public Library Black History Speaker Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. Central Library’s Great Hall, 1301 Olive Street. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at (314) 539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at (314) 539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Sun., Feb. 10, 3:30pm., Cultural Literacy, Various culture essays presented by school groups. Compton Missionary Baptist Chruch 3141 La Salle St. Contact: Elmus Miller, Jr. at (913) 576-4650.
Mon., Feb. 11, 11 a.m., Controlling a Man’s Mind: The Life and
Works of Carter G. Woodson as told by Gregory Carr, Walnut Park Branch Library, 5760 W. Florissant Ave. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at 314/539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at 314/539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Mon., Feb. 11, 12pm-6pm., Movie Mondays: Coach Carter, Harris Stowe State University 3026 Laclede Avenue. Contact Student Activities at 314/340-5053.
Mon., Feb. 11, 7pm., Afriky Lolo African Dance and Drummers., Julia Davis Branch: Public Library 4415 Natural Bridge Avenue. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at 314/539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at 314/539-0315. You can also visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Tues., Feb. 12, 1 p.m., Ain’t I A Woman? A Celebration of the Life of Sojourner Truth, Divoll Branch, Public Library 4234 N. Grand Ave. Contact Carlotta Algee-Stancil at 314/539-0365 or the Marketing Deparment at 314/539-0315. You canalso visit www.slpl.org for more info.
Tues., Feb. 12, 6:30 p.m., An Evening of Gospel., Maryville University Auditorim 650., Maryvile University Dr.Gospel music presented by local university choirs and church choirs.
Tues., Feb. 12, Zimbabwe Nkenya, Jamestown Bluffs Branch, St. Louis County Library, 4153 N. Hwy. 67. Call (314) 827-8079.
Wed., Feb. 13, 1:30 p.m., Senior Film Series – Sidney Poitier Films: Movies for Black History Month, To Sir With Love, Buder Branch Library, 4401 Hampton. Call (314) 539-0315.
Wed., Feb. 13, 7 p.m., Afriky Lolo African Dance and Drummers, Buder Branch Library, 4401 Hampton. Call (314) 539-0135.
Wed., Feb. 13, 7 p.m., Movie Night featuring A Raisin in the Sun, St. Louis County Library Headquarters, 1640 N. Lindbergh. Call (314) 827-8079.
Thurs., Feb. 14 – Feb. 16, Company A – 10th Memorial Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers, Jefferson National Expansion Memorial Museum of Westward Expansion, Gateway Arch. Call (314) 655-1700.
Thurs., Feb. 14, 12 noon, HIV testing, Gillespie Residence Hall, Harris-Stowe State University, 3025 Laclede. Call (314) 340-5053.
Thurs., Feb. 14, 6 p.m., Black Genealogy: Secrets of the Tragedy of African American residents of Pierce City, MO, Carpenter Branch Library, 3309 S. Grand. Call (314) 539-0315.
Fri., Feb. 15, 9 a.m., Free Tax Preparation for Moderate-to-Low Income Individuals and Families, Rock Road Branch Library, 10267 St. Charles Rock Rd. Call (314) 529-9639.
Sat., Feb. 16, 10 a.m., Finding Your Roots, St. Louis County Library Headquarters, 1640 N. Lindbergh, (314) 827-8079.
Sat., Feb. 16, 2 p.m., Black Genealogy: Secrets of the Tragedy of African American residents of Pierce City, MO. Julia Davis Branch Library, 4415 Natural Bridge. Call (314) 539-0315.
Sun., Feb. 17, 3 p.m., Multi-Cultural Service, St. Paul Miracle Temple, 2906 Marcus. Call (314) 533-8705.
Tues., Feb. 19, Black History Month U.S. Postal Stamp Unveiling, Harris-Stowe State University, 3026 Laclede. Call (314) 340-5053.
Tues., Feb. 19, 7 p.m., Zimbabwe Nkenya, Florissant Valley Branch Library, 195 New Florissant Rd. South. Call (314) 827-8079.
Wed., Feb. 20, Controlling a Man’s Mind: The Life and Works of Carter G. Woodson as told by Gregory S. Carr, Schlafly Branch Library, 225 N. Euclid. Call (314) 539-0315.
Wed., Feb. 20, Dear Mr. Woodson, Your Dream is a Work in Progress: Storytelling with Loretta Washington, Carondelet Branch Library, 6800 Michigan Ave. Call (314) 539-0315.
Wed., Feb. 10 a.m., Health Fair, Harris-Stowe State University Lower Level Hallway, 3026 Laclede. Call (314) 340-5053.
Wed., Feb. 20, 1:30 p.m., Senior Film Series – Sidney Poitier Movies for Black History Month, Lilies of the Field, Buder Branch Library, 4401 Hampton. Call (314) 539-0315.
Wed., Feb. 20, 7 p.m., Movie Night featuring Akeelah and the Bee, St. Louis County Library Headquarters, 1640 Lindbergh. Call (314) 827-8079.
Thurs., Feb. 21, 11 a.m., African Marketplace, Harris-Stowe State University Lower Level Hallway. Call (314) 340-5053.
Fri., Feb. 22 – Sat., Feb. 23, Having Our Say, Harris-Stowe State University EPC Little Theatre, 3026 Laclede. Call (314) 340-5053.
Fri., Feb. 22 – Sat., Feb. 23, George Washington Carver Celebration, Old Courthouse Rotunda, 11 N. 4th St. Visit www.nps.gov/jeff.
Sat., Feb. 23, 2 p.m., Stories about the Black Experience, Julia Davis Branch Library. Call (314) 539-0315.
Sat., Feb. 23, 3 p.m., Sound of Jazz, Afro World, 7276 Natural Bridge Rd. Call (314) 389-5194.
Sat., Feb. 23, 3:30 p.m., Compton Hill Missionary Baptist Church 148th Anniversary, 3141 LaSalle.
Sun., Feb. 24, 2:30 p.m., Afriky Lolo African Dance and Drummers, Schlafly Branch Library, 225 N. Euclid. Call (314) 539-0315.
Mon., Feb. 25, 12 noon and 6 p.m., Movie Monday : Lean On Me, Harris-Stowe State University, 3026 Laclede. Call (314) 340-5053.
Tues., Feb. 26, 12 noon, Taste of Soul Lunch, Harris-Stowe State University Dining Annex, 3026 Laclede. Call (314) 340-5053.
Wed., Feb. 27, 12 noon, Mis-Education of the Negro Book Review, Harris-Stowe State University Dining Hall Annex, 3026 Laclede Ave. Call (314) 340-5053.
King’s Dream: From Little Rock to Jena 6 a discussion of the American Civil Rights Movement as it has been captured in documentary photography featuring Wiley Price at the Saint Louis Art Museum.
St. Louis Public Library Black History program featuring keynote Speaker Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.