Events
CineMagic: A Celebration of Black Experiences Through Film: Black History: "Tell Them We Are Rising"
Join us every Sunday in February as the Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library hosts CineMagic: A Celebration of Black Experiences Through Film. Enjoy popcorn and light refreshments during the movie, then stay afterwards to discuss the film…
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It's Black History Month! How much do you know about Black History and the influential people involved in it?
This program will be held in person at the Pineville Library. We'll be using Kahoot for our trivia game, so please bring…
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Participate in a Call of Cthulhu roleplaying game set in early 20th century Harlem, NY. The players will put themselves in the shoes of Harlemites navigating day-to-day issues including racism, community, politics, nightlife, and Cosmic…
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Join The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture and Levine Museum of the New South for a community wellness day inspired by Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth. Engage in a series of diverse health-based activities…
Join us every Sunday in February as the Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library hosts CineMagic: A Celebration of Black Experiences Through Film. Enjoy popcorn and light refreshments during the movie, then stay afterwards to discuss the film…
Registration required (49 spots remaining)Register for eventJoin us at the Pineville Branch of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library for a screening of "Lawrence Orr: Chronicle of a Life Fulfilled."
Lawrence Orr: Chronicle of a Life Fulfilled (History Before Us & Stack Stories LLC, 2022) centers on the…
Registration required (26 spots remaining)Register for eventWhen given the developmental support, children can easily cultivate justice and belonging wherever they play, learn, and grow. Children’s literature that reflects “possible selves” motivates sustained, goal-directed behavior and plays a…
Registration required (25 spots remaining)Register for eventEvery child should experience books where they see themselves in them. We will read aloud, and as Toni Morrison said, If there's a book you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it. We will inspire children to…
Registration closes February 16 at 12:00am (19 spots remaining)Register for eventPre-teens and teens can vibe, discuss poetry, write poetry, receive writing advice, perform original pieces, and be challenged with various prompts. Grab a pen and jump in!
Registration required (25 spots remaining)Register for eventJOIN US to celebrate the Third Annual Celebration of the National African American Read-In. This event is FREE and open to the public. We will have raffle giveaways, a parent workshop, a food truck (while supplies last), storytime, and…
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Tteam up with other teens to solve puzzles in a digital game from Breakout EDU. This program promotes teamwork, problem solving, and learning. Theme: Black History MonthTeens 13-18 years old (18 year olds must be in high…
Registration required (15 spots remaining)Register for event Join us every Sunday in February as the Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library hosts CineMagic: A Celebration of Black Experiences Through Film. Enjoy popcorn and light refreshments during the movie, then stay afterwards to discuss the film…
Registration required (48 spots remaining)Register for eventYour whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. This storytime will celebrate black history month. Parents and…
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Participate in a Call of Cthulhu roleplaying game set in early 20th century Harlem, NY. The players will put themselves in the shoes of Harlemites navigating day-to-day issues including racism, community, politics, nightlife, and Cosmic…
Registration opens February 12 at 12:00am - Online event
Tteam up with other teens to solve puzzles in a digital game from Breakout EDU. This program promotes teamwork, problem solving, and learning. Theme: Black History MonthTeens 13-18 years old (18 year olds must be in high…
Registration closes February 22 at 12:00pm (15 spots remaining)Register for event Join us every Sunday in February as the Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library hosts CineMagic: A Celebration of Black Experiences Through Film. Enjoy popcorn and light refreshments during the movie, then stay afterwards to discuss the film…
Registration required (49 spots remaining)Register for eventThe Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room and the Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library are proud to present Dr. Sonya Ramsey who will discuss her new book, Bertha Maxwell-Roddey: A Modern-Day Race Woman and the Power of Black Leadership. Dr.…
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Participate in a Call of Cthulhu roleplaying game set in early 20th century Harlem, NY. The players will put themselves in the shoes of Harlemites navigating day-to-day issues including racism, community, politics, nightlife, and Cosmic…
Registration opens February 26 at 12:00am - Online event
Participate in a Call of Cthulhu roleplaying game set in early 20th century Harlem, NY. The players will put themselves in the shoes of Harlemites navigating day-to-day issues including racism, community, politics, nightlife, and Cosmic…
Registration opens March 12 at 12:00am Mixed Metaphors is a community sandbox where we play, dream, and make together. We produce art installations, new oral histories, and immersive theatre. Charlotte is our home and our subject. Create an original performance about…
