SAPL : San Antonio Public Library Celebrates & Honors Black History Month

San Antonio TX

06 February, 2022

5:58 AM

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Press release from the San Antonio Public Library: Reyna Martinez 4 February 2022 San Antonio Public Library Celebrates & Honors Black History Month Virtual programs, book lists, and activities throughout February SAN ANTONIO (February 4, 2022) – San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) is acknowledging and recognizing Black History Month and the contributions, achievements, and activism of Black Americans throughout history. It is a time to reflect on the past and look ahead to the future. SAPL invites the community to take part in celebrating this observance by joining us for a special selection of programming, browsing through staff recommended book lists, and more. For a full list of Black History Month events, book lists, and more visit https://guides.mysapl.org/blackhistorymonth/about SAPL Black History Month Events: My Life as a Reader and Writer: A Visit with Author Varian Johnson Saturday, February 12, 3 – 4 PM Register at mysapl.org/events or here. SAPL is excited to welcome compelling children's and young adult author Varian Johnson for a discussion about his life and work, and to answer your questions! Recommended for ages 8 and up. Afternoon Conversations with Tiff Tuesday, February 15, 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register at mysapl.org/events or here. Join us for this virtual Zoom event with author, Tiff Smitty, as she discusses her book, Be My Peace. Towards a Certain Future: Preserving African American Cultural Memory Tuesday, February 15, 6 – 7 PM Register at mysapl.org/events or here. African Americans in San Antonio have a zeal for preserving their cultural legacy and heritage but the transformation of certain historic spaces due in part to gentrification leads to the question: is enough being done to preserve African American cultural memory and heritage in this time of change? Learn more during this online program. Open to all ages. Black History Trivia Thursday, February 17, 10 – 11 AM Register at mysapl.org/events or here. Spend an hour with us and test your Black History knowledge during our virtual trivia time program. The San Antonio African American Funeral Program Collection Saturday, February 19, 3 – 4 PM Carver Branch Library (3350 E Commerce St., 78220) The Texana & Genealogy Department at the Central Library has a collection of over 4,500 donated funeral programs, many of which have been scanned and are available online through the Portal to Texas History. Come and learn about this interesting historical collection and how you can contribute to it. Open to all ages. Recommended Book Lists for Children Begin browsing: https://guides.mysapl.org/blackhistorymonth/about Recommended Book Lists for Adults Begin browsing: https://guides.mysapl.org/blackhistorymonth/about Downloadable Resources for All Ages Various activity handouts that can be printed: https://guides.mysapl.org/c.php?g=485221&p=8196092 -###- The San Antonio Public Library: changing lives through the power of information, imagination, and ideas. For more than 110 years, the award-winning San Antonio Public Library (SAPL), has been a vital center for free learning, knowledge, communication, culture and enjoyment within the City of San Antonio and for all Bexar County residents. The Library system is comprised of a world-class Central Library, 28 branch libraries and a library outlet at the Briscoe Western Art Museum. Collections include an extensive collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies and music as well as physical items such as printed books and DVDs. All locations are hubs for Wi-Fi broadband access and provide access to computers and other digital technology. In addition, Central Library and branches offer programs to serve the needs and interests of the community, including programs for all ages that support early childhood literacy, education, culture and economic development. For more information, visit mysapl.org. Be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @mysapl. San Antonio: America's 21st Century City San Antonio is a global city with a dynamic economy and workforce, a deep cultural heritage and diverse communities that are resilient and welcoming. It is one of the strongest fiscally managed cities in the country, nurturing entrepreneurship, encouraging investment and funding infrastructure. America's seventh-largest city offers a vibrant business climate and growth opportunities in bioscience, financial services, aerospace, cybersecurity, energy, transportation, manufacturing and healthcare. In 2015, UNESCO designated San Antonio's 18th century Spanish colonial missions as a World Heritage Site – the first in Texas. Proudly called Military City, USA®, San Antonio is home to one of the largest populations of active duty military, veterans and crucial military commands. For more information, visit www.sanantonio.gov. This press release was produced by the San Antonio Public Library. The views expressed here are the author's own.