Black History – Black Futures month is what we are celebrating at the University of Windsor. Recognizing and honouring Black History - Black Futures month is important in celebrating past accomplishments, along with present and future endeavours as well. People of the African diaspora are integral to the fabric of our society not only in Canada […]
Black History Month Flag-Raising Description: Join students, faculty, staff, and administrators at the University of Windsor Main Campus for a flag raising in honour of Black History/Black Futures Month 2023. Where: Outside Chrysler Hall Tower, University of Windsor, 401 Sunset Avenue
With proceeds benefiting the Sandwich Towne Underground Railroad Museum at Sandwich First Baptist Church, join the people of Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Parish and All Saints’ Anglican Church as they co-host an Ecumenical Evening Prayer to Conclude the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The service is taking place at Assumption Church […]
Buy Black Twenty Eight Day Challenge Description: Join Black Business Can for the 3rd annual Buy Black 28 Day Challenge throughout Black History Month. There will be a showcase of Black-owned businesses on Facebook and Instagram that you can learn about, visit, and enjoy with your family. Date: February 2023 Location: Visit blackbusinessontario.ca http://facebook.com/blackbusinesscan or […]
Follow the University of Windsor website and social media channels for news about the many excellent virtual events planned for Black History/Black Futures Month as well as weekly trivia contests! Date: February 2023 Location: Follow the University of Windsor on social media.
Focus on Black Innovators in STEM The social media channels of the University of Windsor Leddy Library will feature tributes to Black inventors, scientists, and innovators throughout the month of February. Date: February 2023 Location: Follow Leddy Library on social media.
Join Biblioasis in welcoming author Suzette Mayr to read from her latest, Giller Prize-winning book, The Sleeping Car Porter. Mayr will be at Biblioasis Bookshop in Windsor for a reading, signing, and short Q&A event. Masks are recommended. Space is wheelchair accessible. Refreshments will be provided. Click the link to sign up for the event: https://forms.gle/PwzLW6BQrxbwkqVM6 or […]
Join the Museum Windsor Museum Volunteer Group for a free talk by Ian Kennedy, author of the book On Account of Darkness: Shining Light on Race and Sport. In many ways, Ontario’s Chatham-Kent region is a microcosm of Canadian multiculturalism. As a terminus of the Underground Railroad, it has long been home to a large […]
Onstage Concert at the Capitol Theatre Description: The WSO’s very own concertmaster, Lillian Scheirich, brings to life a concerto by the swashbuckling 18th century composer, Joseph Bologne, the Chevalier de St. Georges. Also, hear music composed by Jessie Montgomery, one of the most exciting new composers on the scene today. Her composition Shift, Change, Turn […]
A Celebration of Black History Month; Looking Forward From The Past In Partnership with the River Bookshop, and the Amherstburg Freedom Museum we are hosting a week full of events in celebration of Black History. For more information see our calendar for specific event details. Where: The Hole in The Wall, Nazrey A.M.E. Church, and […]
The Windsor Symphony Orchestra presents a Café Concert: The Chevalier de St. Georges. Enjoy your morning coffee onstage with music and the WSO! The WSO’s very own concertmaster, Lillian Scheirich, brings to life a concerto by the swashbuckling 18th century composer, Joseph Bologne, the Chevalier de St. Georges. Also, hear music composed by Jessie Montgomery, […]
AfroFest at the University of Windsor: Opening Ceremony Description: Join students at the University of Windsor Main Campus for the opening ceremony of AfroFest 2023 featuring speeches, reflections, and spoken word poetry with Bunmi Africa. Follow the University of Windsor Students’ Alliance website and social media for further details. Where: CAW Student Centre Commons, University […]
