By: Christian Collington, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, TheIFP.ca
Halton Hills is celebrating Black History Month with a series of free events.
The lineup features an opportunity to view the work of visual artist Komi Olaf, as well as meet the artist, a screening of a film exploring the story of a Somali runner’s journey to the 2008 Beijing Olympics, a Black History Month storytime session and a couple of online book talks.
Here are the events happening at the Halton Hills Public Library and Cultural Centre (9 Church St.) in Georgetown:
Afrofuturism: Embers of Solitude Exhibition
When Feb. 3 to March 1 during the Helson Gallery’s operating hours, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays to Saturdays and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays
Where Upper Sisnett Lobby at the Helson Gallery
TIFF OnScreen at the JET presents: ‘Samia’
When Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Where John Elliott Theatre
Tickets can be purchased in-person or online at the John Elliott Theatre box office.
Reading Corner: It’s Cool to Read with Newton Vanriel
When Feb. 28 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Where Georgetown branch of the Halton Hills Public Library.
Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley
When Feb. 5 at 7 p.m.
Where Online
Registration for the virtual discussion can be found online.
Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart
When Feb. 12 at 2 p.m.
Where Online
Residents can register for the virtual discussion online.
Both discussions are also a part of the Halton Hills Public Library’s virtual speaker series.
More program details and more ways to get involved can be found on the town’s website.
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