Black History Month
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The West Bloomfield Diversity Task Force is excited to announce a new line up of free events to celebrate Black History Month:
Black History 101 Museum (All ages) Saturday, February 5 from 12-3 pm at West Bloomfield Township Public Library Founded by Dr. Khalid el-Hakim, the Black History 101 Mobile Museum is an award winning collection of original artifacts of Black memorabilia dating from the trans-Atlantic slave trade era and spanning to current hip-hop culture. All ages welcome. Pre-registration encouraged to receive an event reminder. Learn more during a special lecture and exhibition at 10 am. Must pre-register for this presentation as very limited seating available. Registration for residents only 12/6-12/31/21 and opens up 1/1/2 to non-residents. LOVE YOURSELF: Wellness While Black (Ages 16+)
Saturday, February 12 from 9-11:30 am at Connect at Orchard Mall - Free! Connect, 6335A Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield, MI 48322 Make a date with yourself! Come celebrate both Black History and Heart Health month with an interactive event that will fuel your heart, mind and soul. This information-packed morning will include a doctors' roundtable discussion on heart disease, hypertension and nutrition. Then stay for free trials of yoga, Zumba, dancing lesson (hustle) and sample healthy treats such as smoothies. You will leave with inspiration to live healthier and happier. |
The West Bloomfield Diversity Task Force is a partnership between WB Parks, the WB Public Library, WB Township and community volunteers.
JOIN THE TASK FORCE! Meetings are Tuesdays at 1pm in February. Email khyer@wbparks.org for meeting info. Presenting sponsor:
Event sponsors:
Vincent and Kelly Kirkwood
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Virtual History of the Tuskegee Airman (All ages)
February 16 from 7-8:30 pm via Zoom (pre-register to receive link)
The Tuskegee Airmen were the first black military aviators in the US Army Air Corps (AAC), a precursor of the US Air Force, flying with distinction during WWII. Through subject to racial discrimination, both at home and abroad, the 996 pilots and more than 15,000 ground personnel who served with the all-black units, would be credited with some 15,500 combat stories. Hear from Major William H. Burnett, President of the Macon-Thomas West Bloomfield Chapter President of Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. Presentation will include time for questions/answers.
February 16 from 7-8:30 pm via Zoom (pre-register to receive link)
The Tuskegee Airmen were the first black military aviators in the US Army Air Corps (AAC), a precursor of the US Air Force, flying with distinction during WWII. Through subject to racial discrimination, both at home and abroad, the 996 pilots and more than 15,000 ground personnel who served with the all-black units, would be credited with some 15,500 combat stories. Hear from Major William H. Burnett, President of the Macon-Thomas West Bloomfield Chapter President of Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. Presentation will include time for questions/answers.
Black Expo (All ages)
Saturday, February 26 from 10 am - 2 pm at Orchard Mall
Orchard Mall is located at 6445 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322.
DJ: Ralph Thompkins, Owner, S.W.A.G Kids Gym
Emcee: Tieast Leverett-Thornton
Join in a free, community celebration of Black History Month! This family-friendly event features live music, demos and displays highlighting
careers, resources and Black-owned businesses. The West Bloomfield jazz band will perform at 11 am.
Venders include (updated 2/4/22):
Saturday, February 26 from 10 am - 2 pm at Orchard Mall
Orchard Mall is located at 6445 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322.
DJ: Ralph Thompkins, Owner, S.W.A.G Kids Gym
Emcee: Tieast Leverett-Thornton
Join in a free, community celebration of Black History Month! This family-friendly event features live music, demos and displays highlighting
careers, resources and Black-owned businesses. The West Bloomfield jazz band will perform at 11 am.
Venders include (updated 2/4/22):
- Authentic Existence
- Bloomfield Toastmasters
- By Dana Ashli
- Conscious Living Brand
- First Alliance Home Care
- Heart Candy Books
- House of Barbeque
- Jewels By Joyce
- JK's Touch Me All Over Natural Care
- John and Minne Wulu Foundation
- Key Naturals
- Monique Woods Agency
- Mulesshyne
- My Healthy Juice
- New Freedom Works
- Pretty Brown Girl
- Pink and Bling
- Spectacular Elements
- Tanisha Melson Real Estate
- The Crane Centre
- The Ivy Sap
- Truth Bookstore