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SUMMARY:Second Baptist Church of Frankford Juneteenth  Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black history on Juneteenth (June 19th)\, the anniversary of the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the United States learned of their emancipation. Second Baptist Church is hosting griot storytelling\, music\, dancing\, Spades and double dutch contests\, and food trucks for a community event. HSF and Treasure Philly! will be on site to copy historical documents for addition to the church’s archives\, and for use in the church’s nomination to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. the event will be held at the Church\, 1801 Meadow St\, Philadelphia. Free and open to the public\, hours are 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/second-baptist-church-of-frankford-juneteenth-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Black History,Celebrations & Networking,Community Events,Family Activities
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SUMMARY:Help Preserve the Nation's History-One Document at a Time! at Parkway Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can help deepen our understanding of American history by transcribing original post–Civil War documents. Your work will uncover stories of family\, resilience\, and community in the years following Emancipation.\nIn this Acts of Science: Connected program\, Smithsonian experts will introduce the Freedmen’s Bureau records\, explain their significance\, and share why your participation matters. Together\, we’ll explore how these documents illuminate the lives of formerly enslaved people during Reconstruction and why preserving them is vital for research and education. \nThis nationwide effort—led by the National Museum of African American History and Culture\, the Smithsonian Transcription Center\, and the Free Library of Philadelphia—aims to transcribe more than 1.7 million images\, making this the largest crowdsourcing project in Smithsonian history. \nThe event will be livestreamed via Zoom. Participants will follow along in real time while completing transcription activities on their own devices. \nJoin us in preserving the nation’s history—one document at a time! Click here for more information about the program series. \nTHIS EVENT WILL BE HELD IN THE HEIM CENTER\, FIRST FLOOR\, ROOM 131/132
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/help-preserve-the-nations-history-one-document-at-a-time-at-parkway-central-library/
LOCATION:(Philadelphia\, PA) Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Arts & Culture,Bird Walks,Birding,Birds,Black History,Celebrations & Networking,Education/Lecture,family and kid friendly,History,Volunteer Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T190000
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SUMMARY:Drunk Black History
DESCRIPTION:The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show has finally made it to “the city of brotherly love”! \nComedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians\, writers\, and experts who are skunked out of their mind trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love they deserved. \nThe upcoming show in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History month will include appearances from Marquise Richards (Keepin’ It a Bean)\, Monique Bonney (Well Crafted)\, Eric Cole (Hung Up Podcast)\, and more! \nSunday\, February 1st\nPunch Line Philly\n33 E Laurel St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19123 \nDoors open at 6pm\nShow at 7pm \nAdvance tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/ycyas9d9 \n★★★★ “One of our favorite comedy shows out there” —TimeOut NY\n★★★★ “Drink some cocktails while you get an education… at this popular show!” —The Infatuation\n★★★★ “Keeping our food and drinks down was hard because of all the laughing…” —1202 Magazine\n★★★★ “A hilariously high history lesson!” —AMNY
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/drunk-black-history/
LOCATION:Punch Line Philly\, 33 E. Laurel St.\, Philadelphia\, NY\, 11421\, United States
CATEGORIES:21+,Art,Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Black Owned Business,Community Events,Discussion,Education/Lecture,Events,LGBTQIA+,Teachers
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SUMMARY:Storyville: Searching for the Songs of Wanaragua by Eli LaBan
DESCRIPTION:Join Scribe Video Center and Big Picture Alliance for a screening of “Searching for the Songs of Wanaragua” at Scribe on December 12\, 7PM.  \nThis short documentary follows Cesar Vargas\, a Garifuna language teacher and researcher from Honduras\, and Eli LaBan\, a documentary filmmaker from Philadelphia\, as they record and translate traditional songs to use as teaching tools to support the revitalization of the endangered afro-indigenous Garifuna language in Honduras.   \nEli LaBan is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker who has worked on projects pertaining to social development\, cultural preservation\, and education across the world.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/storyville-searching-for-the-songs-of-wanaragua-by-eli-laban/
LOCATION:Scribe Video Center\, 3908 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Activism,Advocacy,Art,Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Black Owned Business,Community Events,Discussion,Event,Family-friendly,Film,Land Stewardship,Lenape History,LGBTQIA+
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SUMMARY:The Historical Society of Pennsylvania Presents: Black Music as History with Dyana Williams
DESCRIPTION:Join legendary radio host\, journalist\, and cultural advocate Dyana Williams for a conversation on the power of Black music as a vessel for history\, memory\, and identity. As a cofounder of Black Music Month and a tireless champion for artists’ rights and cultural preservation\, Williams brings a unique perspective to the intersection of music and activism. She will trace the origins of Black Music Month\, highlight the role of music in preserving African American stories across generations\, and reflect on the responsibility and urgency of archiving these cultural expressions. This program will explore how music not only entertains but also bears witness—amplifying resistance\, joy\, and community across time. \nThis event is offered in a hybrid format\, with both onsite and virtual tickets available. All ticket reservations will include a Zoom link\, but only onsite tickets will be honored at the door. \nOnsite tickets include admission to the talk and the exhibit Voices of the Community: Local Black Preservation. Doors open at 6 p.m. to allow viewing of the exhibit. \nComplimentary tickets will be offered to current secondary\, undergraduate\, and graduate students. Please email us at programs@hsp.org and tell us where you are enrolled and in what program.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-historical-society-of-pennsylvania-presents-black-music-as-history-with-dyana-williams/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Pennsylvania\, 1300 Locust Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Arts & Culture,Black History,Event,Hybrid Event,Lecture,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T110000
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SUMMARY:Animation Studio for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper\, drawings\, and mixed media\, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. \nInstructor: Lowell Boston
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/animation-studio-for-youth/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:Scribe Video Center\, 3908 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Community Events,Festival,Film,Free Community Events,History,Kids,Programs for Children,Workshops & Seminars
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SUMMARY:Animation Studio for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper\, drawings\, and mixed media\, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. \nInstructor: Lowell Boston
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/animation-studio-for-youth/2025-08-07/
LOCATION:Scribe Video Center\, 3908 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Community Events,Festival,Film,Free Community Events,History,Kids,Programs for Children,Workshops & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T110000
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UID:10019784-1754478000-1754485200@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Animation Studio for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper\, drawings\, and mixed media\, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. \nInstructor: Lowell Boston
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/animation-studio-for-youth/2025-08-06/
LOCATION:Scribe Video Center\, 3908 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Community Events,Festival,Film,Free Community Events,History,Kids,Programs for Children,Workshops & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T130000
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CREATED:20250717T163454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T172953Z
UID:10019783-1754391600-1754398800@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Animation Studio for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper\, drawings\, and mixed media\, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. \nInstructor: Lowell Boston
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/animation-studio-for-youth/2025-08-05/
LOCATION:Scribe Video Center\, 3908 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Community Events,Festival,Film,Free Community Events,History,Kids,Programs for Children,Workshops & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T110000
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UID:10019782-1754305200-1754312400@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Animation Studio for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper\, drawings\, and mixed media\, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. \nInstructor: Lowell Boston
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/animation-studio-for-youth/2025-08-04/
LOCATION:Scribe Video Center\, 3908 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Community Events,Festival,Film,Free Community Events,History,Kids,Programs for Children,Workshops & Seminars
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SUMMARY:North Philadelphia History Festival
DESCRIPTION:The North Philadelphia History Festival (NPHF) is a cultural celebration of the African American and Puerto Rican communities in North Philadelphia. Across four days\, historic sites along Ridge Avenue\, North Broad Street\, and other locales will be transformed into living exhibits created by artists\, historians\, curators and other cultural workers. These multimedia projects and events will explore the emergence and impact of these communities in the 19th and 20th centuries. All events will be free and open to the public. \nRegistration for select events and activations is open now!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/north-philadelphia-history-festival/
LOCATION:North Philadelphia\, 1100 Cecil B. Moore Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Black History,Community Events,Festival,Free Community Events,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T193000
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SUMMARY:Historical Society of Pennsylvania presents Public History Workshop: Using\, Doing\, Teaching Black History
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the 1838 Black Metropolis\, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania will host a two-day workshop on breathing life into the archives. The workshop will focus on liberation and civil rights histories through several centuries in the Philadelphia metro region.\nHistorian and artist Nell Irvin Painter will present “Arrived\, New Names\,” as the keynote address Friday evening. Sharing insights about her commissioned artwork focused on William Still’s Journal C of the Underground Railroad\, she will set the tone for exploring how creative projects can share complicated and compelling histories. In her talk\, she will dive into her research into 19th-century anti-slavery movements and the interwoven literary\, political\, and artistic work of the Black communities.\nThe workshop on Saturday will invite participants to share strategies on how archival collections can be used to reclaim and restore community history\, with a focus on our collective knowledge of Black history in Philadelphia. This event convenes teachers\, students\, docents\, volunteers\, artists\, museum professionals\, family historians\, and other public history practitioners to learn from and share with one another. Presentations will center on public history\, its uses\, challenges\, and applications in the classroom\, informal learning spaces\, and with the public.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/historical-society-of-pennsylvania-presents-public-history-workshop-using-doing-teaching-black-history/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Pennsylvania\, 1300 Locust Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T170000
DTSTAMP:20250225T173700Z
CREATED:20250225T173700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T173700Z
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SUMMARY:Historical Society of Pennsylvania presents Gallery Talk with 1838 Black Metropolis
DESCRIPTION:Join the curators of Free\, As One: Black Worldmaking in the Pennsylvania Abolition Society Papers\, and 1838 Black Metropolis co-founders Morgan Lloyd and Michiko Quinones for an in-depth look at some of the compelling stories from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania (HSP) archives. HSP’s newest exhibit highlights themes of Black self-determination and leadership from the 1770s onward in the abolition movement of the Mid-Atlantic region. Drawing from the Pennsylvania Abolition Society (PAS) collection and commemorating the 250th anniversary of its founding\, the exhibit refocuses attention on abolition as a global Black-led political movement championed by the PAS. Through an assembly of primary source documents\, dive deeper into the family\, community\, and freedom for future generations that were key drivers for Black abolitionists in the Philadelphia area and beyond. Morgan and Quinones guide visitors through history during this free public event.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/historical-society-of-pennsylvania-presents-gallery-talk-with-1838-black-metropolis/2025-04-25/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Pennsylvania\, 1300 Locust Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T170000
DTSTAMP:20250225T173700Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T173700Z
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SUMMARY:Historical Society of Pennsylvania presents Gallery Talk with 1838 Black Metropolis
DESCRIPTION:Join the curators of Free\, As One: Black Worldmaking in the Pennsylvania Abolition Society Papers\, and 1838 Black Metropolis co-founders Morgan Lloyd and Michiko Quinones for an in-depth look at some of the compelling stories from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania (HSP) archives. HSP’s newest exhibit highlights themes of Black self-determination and leadership from the 1770s onward in the abolition movement of the Mid-Atlantic region. Drawing from the Pennsylvania Abolition Society (PAS) collection and commemorating the 250th anniversary of its founding\, the exhibit refocuses attention on abolition as a global Black-led political movement championed by the PAS. Through an assembly of primary source documents\, dive deeper into the family\, community\, and freedom for future generations that were key drivers for Black abolitionists in the Philadelphia area and beyond. Morgan and Quinones guide visitors through history during this free public event.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/historical-society-of-pennsylvania-presents-gallery-talk-with-1838-black-metropolis/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Pennsylvania\, 1300 Locust Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T202859Z
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SUMMARY:Power Politics: Oral History Series
DESCRIPTION:A series to explore Black and Puerto Rican political thought\, activism\, and storytelling through screenings of oral history interviews. \nThe Power Politics Listen-Ins at the Free Library of Philadelphia is a series hosted by Scribe Video Center to explore Black and Puerto Rican political thought\, activism\, and community storytelling through screenings of oral history interviews and discussion. \nThe April 14th oral history will focus on John Churchville (b. 1941). Churchville will be joining us for a screening of his interview as well as a Live Q&A session. \nABOUT JOHN CHURCHVILLE:\n“Black Power stressed that Black people should be in control of Black communities. In Philadelphia\, early Black Power initiatives included projects to raise awareness of African and African American history and culture\, including the Freedom Library on Ridge Avenue in North Philadelphia\, opened in 1964 by John Churchville (b. 1941). Churchville and other activists who gathered at Freedom Library formed Philadelphia’s first Black Power political organization\, the Black People’s Unity Movement (BPUM)\, in 1965.” – The Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia \nFuture sessions: \nApril 21st – Barbara Easley-Cox \nApril 28th – TBD \nMay 5th – Bilal Qayyum \nMay 12th – Rev. Pamela Williams \nMay 19th – Joann Bell \nEach session will feature immersive audio stories followed by a guided discussion\, creating space for reflection\, conversation\, and collective learning. Whether you’re a historian\, organizer\, artist\, or simply curious\, this series offers a chance to connect with powerful narratives that shape our world.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/power-politics-oral-history-series/
LOCATION:(Philadelphia\, PA) Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Activism,Advocacy,Art,Arts & Culture,Black History,Community Events,Events,Film,Free,Free Community Events,History,Teachers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T190000
DTSTAMP:20250225T173700Z
CREATED:20250225T173700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T173700Z
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SUMMARY:Historical Society of Pennsylvania presents Gallery Talk with 1838 Black Metropolis
DESCRIPTION:Join the curators of Free\, As One: Black Worldmaking in the Pennsylvania Abolition Society Papers\, and 1838 Black Metropolis co-founders Morgan Lloyd and Michiko Quinones for an in-depth look at some of the compelling stories from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania (HSP) archives. HSP’s newest exhibit highlights themes of Black self-determination and leadership from the 1770s onward in the abolition movement of the Mid-Atlantic region. Drawing from the Pennsylvania Abolition Society (PAS) collection and commemorating the 250th anniversary of its founding\, the exhibit refocuses attention on abolition as a global Black-led political movement championed by the PAS. Through an assembly of primary source documents\, dive deeper into the family\, community\, and freedom for future generations that were key drivers for Black abolitionists in the Philadelphia area and beyond. Morgan and Quinones guide visitors through history during this free public event.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/historical-society-of-pennsylvania-presents-gallery-talk-with-1838-black-metropolis/2025-03-19/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Pennsylvania\, 1300 Locust Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T163000
DTSTAMP:20250303T202617Z
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SUMMARY:Di Buenos Dias Si Es De Noche
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Arts Center\npresents \nDi Buenos Dias Si Es De Noche\nKeila Cordova | 3 Pony Show\nWORLD PREMIERE \nSaturday\, March 15\, 2025\n3:00pm \nTEATRO ESPERANZA\nGeneral Admission: $20\, Adults\nChildren & Seniors FREE \nLauded as a “thoroughly distinctive voice who sculpts multi-tiered tableaus teeming with vivid imagery” Esperanza Arts Center Artist In Residence’ Keila Cordova performs the world premiere of her new multidisciplinary work colliding fragments of Panamanian heritage\, culture\, and resistance featuring performances by Yesenia Escobar-Espitia\, Venrick James\, Cory Seals and Vyette Tiya\, and music by Panamanian composer and guitarist\, Emiliano Pardo-Tristán \nPart of VOCES Series \nTICKETS\nEsperanzaArtsCenter.us
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/di-buenos-dias-si-es-de-noche/
LOCATION:Teatro Esperanza\, 4261 North 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, 19140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Black History,Family-friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza Arts Center":MAILTO:patronservices@esperanza.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T203000
DTSTAMP:20250220T184236Z
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SUMMARY:Cliveden Conversations: Illuminating Hidden Lives Film Debut
DESCRIPTION:Join Cliveden\, the African American Genealogy Group of Philadelphia\, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania\, and PWPvideo on Wednesday\, March 12th at 7pm to share work and debut three videos for our project\, Illuminating Hidden Lives. The project seeks to uplift stories of free and enslaved African Americans in the Mid-Atlantic region and make these stories more accessible through digitizing documents and film.\nThe program is free and virtual; advanced registration is required. Sign up here: https://cliveden.org/cliveden-conversations/\nTo learn more about Illuminating Hidden Lives and view the digitized documents\, visit https://cliveden.org/illuminating-hidden-lives/.\nThis project is funded by the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Interpretation and Education Endowed Fund that was made possible by a challenge grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/cliveden-conversations-illuminating-hidden-lives-film-debut/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, your home
CATEGORIES:Black History,Events,Free,History,Virtual Event,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cliveden":MAILTO:jrouse@cliveden.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T203000
DTSTAMP:20250116T174622Z
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SUMMARY:AfroRican State of Soul
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Arts Center\npresents \nAfroRican State of Soul\nInspired by the book “My AfroRican State of Soul”\nLucas Rivera \nSaturday\, January 24\, 2025\n7:00pm \nTEATRO ESPERANZA\nGeneral Admission: $20\, Adults\nChildren & Seniors FREE \nInspired by the culturally dynamic tradition of Afro-Puerto Rican poets such as Piri Thomas and Pedro Peitri\, Lucas Rivera draws upon their unfiltered approach in this decades-spanning body of work\, performing his original poetry with a Latin musical ensemble illuminating and grounding his stories in musical traditions of salsa\, bomba\, and plena. \nPart of VOCES Series\n. \nTICKETS\nEsperanzaArtsCenter.us
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/afrorican-state-of-soul/
LOCATION:Teatro Esperanza\, 4261 North 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, 19140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Concert,Family-friendly,Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza Arts Center":MAILTO:patronservices@esperanza.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T210000
DTSTAMP:20241031T163247Z
CREATED:20241031T163247Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Revival Tour: Gospel Concert with Special Guests
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an Unforgettable Night of Gospel Music\, Inspiration\, and Change! \nGet ready to experience a powerful evening filled with soul-stirring gospel performances and thought-provoking speakers at the Climate Revival Tour! Featuring uplifting music that will move your spirit\, including performances from Climate Revival’s very own Antonique Smith & local choirs\, this is more than just a concert—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. \nWhile the music will lift your soul\, we’ll also hear from inspiring voices like Climate Revival Cofounder Rev Yearwood\, who will share how our faith and community can come together to protect the environment and build a better future for generations to come. \nDon’t miss out on this incredible event that will leave you feeling inspired\, empowered\, and ready to make a difference! RSVP on our website now to pick your city and get the details for a night of music\, hope\, and action!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/climate-revival-tour-gospel-concert-with-special-guests/
LOCATION:Grace Community United Methodist Church\, 1213 Central Ave\, Chester\, 19013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Advocacy,Arts & Performance,Black History,Family-friendly,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T210000
DTSTAMP:20240606T171359Z
CREATED:20240606T171359Z
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SUMMARY:Philly Juneteenth Celebration Featuring: Dr. Leonard & Rosalind Jeffries (Wednesday  June 19\, 2024 5pm-9pm at The Rotunda )
DESCRIPTION:A CULTURAL EXPERIENCE Family Fun\, Guest Speakers\, Fashion & Talent Showcase Vendors\,Food\, EDUTAINMENT Hosted: Bigga Dre “Amun Sen Hotep Re” \nOver 60 years\, first begining as individuals and later in marriage\, Dr. Rosalind and Leonard Jeffries have began their Great and Majestic Walk with African Peoples and our Great Culture. Their Walk has spanded more than 25 African Countries and Hundreds of African Leaders and at the same time they were instrumental in fusing the African American Experience with their African Continental Experience ! \n1865 people were not interested in immigration into the United States. In fact\, the United States in the 1850’s and 1860’s had established a Know- Nothing Party; they did not want immigrants; they were against immigrants; and the immigrants that they were against were Papists\, German and Irish Catholics. There was no prospect of bringing in immigrants from central\, eastern\, and southern Europe; these were the unwashed masses. Eighteen-sixty-five was our period. Eighteen-sixty-five was when half a million Black people\, a quarter-million of them official Union army\, navy troops-participated in the Civil War. The question of Black folks getting into their history\, starting to fight for liberty and struggling for what is right is not the question of disuniting America. It has been our struggle that has kept America united. It has been our struggle that has raised anew the liberties that this nation professes. It has been our struggle that has created the 14th Amendment that became the amendment that the women could use and others could use\, when they talk about the expansion of liberty in America. \n-Dr. Leonard Jeffries
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/philly-juneteenth-celebration-featuring-dr-leonard-rosalind-jeffries-wednesday-june-19-2024-5pm-9pm-at-the-rotunda/
LOCATION:The Rotunda\, 4014 Walnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Black History,Block Party,Celebrations & Networking,Community Events,Family Fun,Festival,Free Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T170626Z
CREATED:20240603T170626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T170626Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Tours at Peter Wentz Farmstead
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 15\, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm\nJuneteenth Tours at the Peter Wentz Farmstead \nJoin the Peter Wentz Farmstead in observation of Juneteenth\, the holiday commemorating the emancipation of Black enslaved people in America. We will be offering special tours throughout the weekend focusing on the lives of the enslaved people owned by the Wentz family and how their stories connect to the larger history of slavery in early Pennsylvania. Learn about Jack\, a freedom seeker owned by Peter Wentz who escaped twice from the Farmstead. Hear the stories of Hannah Till and William Lee\, enslaved people who were brought here with General George Washington during the Philadelphia Campaign. Discover the complicated and rarely told history of slavery in Pennsylvania. The Peter Wentz Farmstead is a National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site. \nThis program is free\, but visitors must register for timed tickets. Last tour begins at 3:00 pm. Suggested for visitors 13 and older. Space is limited. Visit https://events.humanitix.com/peter-wentz-farmstead-juneteenth-tours to reserve your timed ticket.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/juneteenth-tours-at-peter-wentz-farmstead-3/
LOCATION:Peter Wentz Farmstead\, 2030 Shearer Road\, Lansdale\, PA\, 19446\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts & Performance,Black History,Community Events,Explore the Circuit,Free,Free Community Events,History,Lecture,LGBTQIA+,Nature Walks,Special Event,Special Tour,Watershed,Yoga & Meditation
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