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SUMMARY:Black History Month Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! The 2024 Windsor-Essex Joint Black History Month Kick-Off will be happening on January 26th at 7pm at The Caribbean Centre (2410 Central Avenue\, Windsor). \nWhere: The Caribbean Centre (2410 Central Avenue\, Windsor). \nWhen: 7pm
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/black-history-month-kick-off/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="AFM":MAILTO:curator@amherstburgfreedom.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
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UID:12901-1705496400-1705500000@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:"Social Justice and Regional Connections: Black Baseball in 1930s Kent and Essex Counties\," with Dr. Miriam Wright
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next Black History Series presentation\, “Social Justice and Regional Connections: Black Baseball in 1930s Kent and Essex Counties\,” with Dr. Miriam Wright\, University of Windsor History Professor and Author of Sporting Justice: The Chatham Coloured All-Stars and Black Baseball in Southwestern Ontario\, 1915–1958. \nWhere: Online https://ow.ly/YSY750QexMh
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/social-justice-and-regional-connections-black-baseball-in-1930s-kent-and-essex-counties-with-dr-miriam-wright/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231231T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20231213T210122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T210357Z
UID:12859-1704024000-1704042000@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Hours
DESCRIPTION:We are so grateful for your support\, thank you for helping to make 2023 and amazing year! On behalf of the board of directors and staff\, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!\n\n\n\nPlease note that the museum will be closed December 23rd-26th\, and December 30th-January 2nd. Looking forward to seeing you in the new year.
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/holiday-hours-3/
LOCATION:Amherstburg Freedom Museum\, 277 King St.\, Amherstburg\, ON\, N9V 2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231231T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230905T150849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T150852Z
UID:12637-1704024000-1704042000@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:"Beyond the Underground Railroad: A History of Black Settlement in Nineteenth Century Amherstburg."
DESCRIPTION:The exhibit “Beyond the Underground Railroad: A History of Black Settlement in Nineteenth Century Amherstburg\,” was created by University of Windsor student Karleigh Kochaniec as part of the Local Black History Internship Program\, which is a partnership between the Department of History\, University of Windsor and the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. Generously funded by a Mitacs Accelerate Program Grant and the Board of Directors of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. \n\n\n\nPlease visit the exhibit page to view the interactive map and resources here.
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/beyond-the-ugrr/
LOCATION:Amherstburg Freedom Museum\, 277 King St.\, Amherstburg\, ON\, N9V 2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Present Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230926T171704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T171722Z
UID:12645-1701889200-1701896400@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Christmas At The Museum 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, December 6th at 7pm for CHRISTMAS AT THE MUSEUM! \nThe evening’s program will be hosted by the Amherstburg Freedom Museum featuring musical performances from Josh Johnson\, silent auction prizes\, refreshments and access to visit the museum. This event is $30\, and tickets can be purchased online in November. Should you need assistance museum staff would be happy to assist you. Please call 519-736-5433. \nWe hope you will share in the holiday spirit with us! To watch our virtual presentations from 2020 & 2021 visit our YouTube page. \nWhere: Nazrey A.M.E. Church at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/christmas-at-the-museum-2023/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="AFM":MAILTO:curator@amherstburgfreedom.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20231031T142534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T143706Z
UID:12758-1699538400-1699542000@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:"A Tradition of Service: Black Military Presence In Amherstburg"
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Remembrance Day\, our next guest speakers are Fort Malden National Historic Site Visitor Services Team Leader Caitlin McClure and AFM Curator/Administrator Mary-Katherine Whelan and Assistant Curator\, Dr. Lorene Bridgen-Lennie. Their presentation\, “A Tradition of Service: Black Military Presence In Amherstburg” will discuss the current (joint) exhibit about Black military service in the War of 1812 and the Upper Canada Rebellion.  \nWhere: Online http://ow.ly/7YWn50MAmF9
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/a-tradition-of-service-black-military-presence-in-amherstburg-2/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230926T172450Z
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UID:12649-1698328800-1698332400@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:"Dear Cousin M: Mary Ann Shadd Cary and Genealogies of Resistance\," with Dr. Kristin Moriah
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Mary Ann Shadd Cary’s 200th Anniversary\, please join us for our next Black History Series presentation\, “Dear Cousin M: Mary Ann Shadd Cary and Genealogies of Resistance\,” with Dr. Kristin Moriah. Happening virtually on Thursday\, October 26th. To join on October 26th\, please go to  \nWhere: Online http://ow.ly/7YWn50MAmF9
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/dear-cousin-m-mary-ann-shadd-cary-and-genealogies-of-resistance-with-dr-kristin-moriah/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230824T140121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T140237Z
UID:12592-1695218400-1695222000@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: "Going Beyond Religion: The Activism and Community Service of Black Churches in Amherstburg and Colchester\, 1826-1955."
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum’s 48th anniversary\, our next Black History Series presenters are AFM Curator Mary-Katherine Whelan and Assistant Curator Dr. Lorene Bridgen-Lennie. who will present “Going Beyond Religion: The Activism and Community Service of Black Churches in Amherstburg and Colchester\, 1826-1955.”  \n\n\n\nTheir presentation will happen on the Museum’s anniversary\, September 20th\, at 2pm. To join\, please go to https://ow.ly/YtA450PwZF7
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/virtual-event-going-beyond-religion-the-activism-and-community-service-of-black-churches-in-amherstburg-and-colchester-1826-1955/
LOCATION:Amherstburg Freedom Museum\, 277 King St.\, Amherstburg\, ON\, N9V 2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230901T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230904T235959
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230824T141638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T142018Z
UID:12600-1693526400-1693871999@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:North Buxton 100th Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Join North Buxton as they celebrate their 100th Homecoming on Labour Day weekend\, September 1-4! Explore our historic town\, party\, play\, and learn.  \n\n\n\n“Experience the rich heritage\, vibrant events\, and educational opportunities. Let’s celebrate\, connect\, and honor our ancestors. Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure in North Buxton! See the full schedule https://100thhomecoming.com/”
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/north-buxton-100th-homecoming/
LOCATION:Amherstburg Freedom Museum\, 277 King St.\, Amherstburg\, ON\, N9V 2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230831T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230831T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230824T140533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T140731Z
UID:12596-1693506600-1693510200@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Reception for Exhibit Opening of "Beyond the Underground Railroad: A History of Black Settlement in Nineteenth Century Amherstburg."
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us on Thursday\, August 31st at 6:30pm at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum (277 King Street) for an in-person presentation and reception for the opening of the exhibit “Beyond the Underground Railroad: A History of Black Settlement in Nineteenth Century Amherstburg.” This exhibit was created by University of Windsor student Karleigh Kochaniec as part of the Local Black History Internship Program\, which is a partnership between the Department of History\, University of Windsor and the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. Generously funded by a Mitacs Accelerate Program Grant and the Board of Directors of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. \n\n\n\nDuring the exhibit opening we will also award the Mac Simpson Award and Maturine-Romain Scholarship to students of African descent who are commencing post-secondary studies in September 2023. The Mac Simpson Award was created to honour the legacy of Museum founder\, Melvin Mac Simpson. The Maturine-Romain Award is given on behalf of Dr. Bernice McKenzie to honour the lives and memory of Evelina Maturine and Lucie Romain\, the grandmothers of Dr. McKenzie. We hope you will join us!
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/reception-for-exhibit-opening-of-beyond-the-underground-railroad-a-history-of-black-settlement-in-nineteenth-century-amherstburg/
LOCATION:Amherstburg Freedom Museum\, 277 King St.\, Amherstburg\, ON\, N9V 2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Present Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230812T100000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230414T140003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T134946Z
UID:11615-1691827200-1691834400@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Walter Perry Emancipation Golf Classic 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this fabulous day of golfing benefitting the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. Registration starts at 7am\, shotgun start at 8am. \nWhere: Dominion Golf & Country Club
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/walter-perry-emancipation-golf-classic-2023/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="AFM":MAILTO:curator@amherstburgfreedom.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230719T165719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T165722Z
UID:12482-1691402400-1691427600@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:The Black Council of Windsor-Essex: Emancipation Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, Aug. 7\n\n\n\nEmancipation DayJackson Park (Recreational Area)125 Tecumseh Rd. E. \n\n\n\n• 10 AM – Bring Your Own Food & Drink Casual Family Gathering• 1-4 PM – Fun & Games for All Ages• 1-4 PM – Historic Walking Tours of Windsor’s Legendary Emancipation Celebrations (hosted by Essex County Black Historical Research Society)
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/the-black-council-of-windsor-essex-emancipation-jubilee-3/
LOCATION:Jackson Park\, 125 Tecumseh Road East\, Windsor\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="The Black Council of Windsor-Essex":MAILTO:blackcouncilofwindsoressex@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230719T165416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T165418Z
UID:12478-1691316000-1691341200@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:The Black Council of Windsor-Essex: Emancipation Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Sandwich First Baptist Church3652 Peter Ave. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n• 10 AM – Church Service• 1 PM – Community Conversation • 3 PM – Gospel Concert• 4:30 PM – Sandwich Walking TourBBQ dinners for sale!
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/the-black-council-of-windsor-essex-emancipation-jubilee-2/
LOCATION:Sandwich First Baptist Church\, 3652 Peter Street\, Windsor
CATEGORIES:Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="The Black Council of Windsor-Essex":MAILTO:blackcouncilofwindsoressex@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230805T220000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230719T165141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T165144Z
UID:12472-1691222400-1691272800@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:The Black Council of Windsor-Essex: Emancipation Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Caribbean Centre2410 Central Ave. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n• 1-4 PM – Children’s Activities ft. “Harriet Is My Hero” Children’s Show by Leslie McCurdy • 6 PM – Opening Ceremony (special address by Dr. Sharon Burey\, Senator)• 7 PM – Fashion Show• 8:30 – 9:30 PM – Rochelle Day & Dusty• 10 PM till late – Black Orchid BandCaribbean & African food for sale!
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/the-black-council-of-windsor-essex-emancipation-jubilee/
LOCATION:Caribbean Centre\, 2410 Central Ave.\, Windsor\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="The Black Council of Windsor-Essex":MAILTO:blackcouncilofwindsoressex@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230804T220000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230414T140413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T140415Z
UID:11616-1691172000-1691186400@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Emancipation Celebration Dinner & Dance 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Amherstburg Freedom Museum will its annual Emancipation Celebration Dinner & Dance at the Hellenic Cultural Centre. This event recognizes the 189th anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery in Canada in 1834 and the federal recognition of Emancipation Day in Canada. Join us for dinner and an evening of dancing and entertainment. You won’t want to miss it! Dancing\, silent auction\, and fellowship await you. \nTo purchase tickets click here!\nWhere: The Hellenic Cultural Centre
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/emancipation-celebration-dinner-dance-2023/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="AFM":MAILTO:curator@amherstburgfreedom.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230610T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230328T135131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T135227Z
UID:11551-1686412800-1686427200@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Ribs & Ragtime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this annual fundraising event on the grounds of the museum for a chicken dinner and an evening of dancing\, and entertainment featuring the Six Degrees\, you won’t want to miss it! Dancing\, silent auction\, and fellowship await you. \nTickets go on sale in April\, you can purchase them at the museum or purchase them online by clicking here \nWhere: Amherstburg Freedom Museum 277 King Street Amherstburg
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/ribs-ragtime-23/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="AFM":MAILTO:curator@amherstburgfreedom.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230415T133000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230302T145758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T145801Z
UID:11514-1681556400-1681565400@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Freedom Achievers Speaker Series with Teajai Travis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Freedom Achievers Mentorship Event with Guest Speaker Teajai Travis \nWhere: In Person – Tickets available at findyourpath.givesmart.com
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/freedom-achievers-speaker-series-with-teajai-travis/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230301T173458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T173523Z
UID:11507-1679320800-1679324400@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Piecing Together Black Quilting Traditions in Southern Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually on Monday\, March 20th at 2pm as we welcome Artist Moraa Stump who will present “Piecing Together Black Quilting Traditions in Southern Ontario.”  \nWhere: Online http://ow.ly/7YWn50MAmF9
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/piecing-together-black-quilting-traditions-in-southern-ontario/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230128T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T182959Z
UID:11283-1677607200-1677614400@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:AfroFest at the University of Windsor: Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:AfroFest at the University of Windsor: Trivia Night \nJoin students at the University of Windsor Main Campus for a trivia night featuring Black/African/Caribbean history and culture. Follow the University of Windsor Students’ Alliance (UWSA) website and social media for further details. \nWhere: CAW Student Centre Commons\, University of Windsor
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/afrofest-trivia-night/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230128T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T191103Z
UID:11309-1677420000-1677427200@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Annual Black History Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:You’re encouraged to wear your hat or fascinator and join the Windsor West Indian Association for its annual Black History Tea Party which will feature food\, music\, tea of course\, and a presentation by Joan and Treavor Jones\, “Reggae: A musical journey from Africa to the World”. Admission by donation. For information\, call (519) 945-0213 or e-mail secretary@wwia.club. \nWhere: Caribbean Centre\, 2410 Central Avenue\, Windsor
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/annual-black-history-tea-party/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230126T230158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T230202Z
UID:11215-1677326400-1677430800@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Rarely Seen: Art from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Collection
DESCRIPTION:Rarely Seen: Art from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Collection\nArt from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum collection is showcased at River Bookshop for the month of February. The artwork features a mix of styles\, techniques\, and subject matter related to the Black experience.  \nDate: Every Saturday and Sunday in February  \nTime: 12-5pm  \nWhere: Hole in The Wall @ River Bookshop
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/rarely-seen-art-from-the-amherstburg-freedom-museum-collection-4/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="AFM":MAILTO:curator@amherstburgfreedom.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230225T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230226T235959
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230128T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T163045Z
UID:11237-1677283200-1677455999@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Omoluabi Black History Month
DESCRIPTION:Save The Date! More details to come!\nWhere: TBD
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/omoluabi-black-history-month/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230128T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T224639Z
UID:11230-1677265200-1677268800@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Coalition for Justice Unity Equity Black History Month Event
DESCRIPTION:Coalition for Justice Unity Equity Black History Month Event\nAll Teen Students can reserve their “FREE” dinner reservation. (Casual fun) email: coalitionforjusticeunityequity@gmail.com Dates: Feb 3rd\, Feb 10th\, Feb 17th\, Feb 24th. @7pmPasta\, Dinner Roll\, Beverages. \nAfter finishing up with exams\, our students need a break. Free dinner and Visual Arts Show.Pop by\, Bring your friends come enjoy.\nChoose the winning posters! Create your own poster and try to win great prizes!RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE!❤️🖤💚\nWhere: Hurricanes Pub and Grill
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/coalition-for-justice-unity-equity-black-history-month-event-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230224T190000
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UID:11332-1677265200-1677265200@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Black Kids in Action Present “How Did We Get Here”
DESCRIPTION:Black Kids in Action Present “How Did We Get Here” \nDescription: Join Black Kids in Action Performing Arts Group as they perform “How Did We Get Here?” will perform “Telling Our Story: Black History Month” on their YouTube page\, February 26th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets $30.00 until Jan. 31st\, $35.00 afterward\, or $40.00 at the door. For information: Marcia\, 519-566-8791\, Malcom\, 236-971-5112\, or e-mail bkiayouths2019@gmail.com \nWhere: Capitol Theatre\, 121 University Ave. W.\, Windsor
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/black-kids-in-action-present-how-did-we-get-here/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230128T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T205531Z
UID:11340-1677157200-1677160800@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Public Launch of New McDougall Street Corridor Murals
DESCRIPTION:Irene Moore Davis\, president of the Essex County Black Historical Research Society poses in front of a new mural in Windsor honouring local athletic star Fred Thomas on Thursday\, January 26\, 2023. PHOTO BY DAN JANISSE /Windsor Star\n\n\nWith the generous support of FedDev Ontario\, the Essex County Black Historical Research Society has commissioned three new murals near the intersection of Erie and Mercer Streets\, in the heart of the McDougall Street Corridor\, downtown Windsor’s traditional Black neighbourhood. Artists Jermaine Baylis\, Ed Irmen\, and DERKZ were selected to commemorate the rich Black history of the area. Join the ECBHRS at 400 Erie Street East (alley between Erie and Brodhead\, just east of Mercer) for a special event to celebrate the murals. Meet the artists along with family members of some of the historical figures depicted. Refreshments will be served; please RSVP to ecbhrs@gmail.com. \nWhere: 400 Erie Street East\, Windsor
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/public-launch-of-new-mcdougall-street-corridor-murals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T201554Z
UID:11337-1676728800-1676736000@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:A Snapshot of the History of the Windsor-Essex County Black Community
DESCRIPTION:Unifor Local 444 Black Indigenous Workers of Colour present their 2023 Black History Month Event\, “A Snapshot of the History of the Windsor-Essex County Black Community\,” featuring various entertainment and a historical presentation by Irene Moore Davis\, followed by dinner. Tickets are $10. \nWhere: Unifor Local 200-444\, 1855 Turner Road\, Windsorr
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/a-snapshot-of-the-history-of-the-windsor-essex-county-black-community/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230112T202147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T235100Z
UID:11113-1676721600-1676826000@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Rarely Seen: Art from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Collection
DESCRIPTION:Rarely Seen: Art from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Collection\nArt from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum collection is showcased at River Bookshop for the month of February. The artwork features a mix of styles\, techniques\, and subject matter related to the Black experience.  \nDate: Every Saturday and Sunday in February  \nTime: 12-5pm  \nWhere: Hole in The Wall @ River Bookshop
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/rarely-seen-art-from-the-amherstburg-freedom-museum-collection/
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ORGANIZER;CN="AFM":MAILTO:curator@amherstburgfreedom.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230128T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T224538Z
UID:11231-1676660400-1676664000@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Coalition for Justice Unity Equity Black History Month Event
DESCRIPTION:Coalition for Justice Unity Equity Black History Month Event\nAll Teen Students can reserve their “FREE” dinner reservation. (Casual fun) email: coalitionforjusticeunityequity@gmail.com Dates: Feb 3rd\, Feb 10th\, Feb 17th\, Feb 24th. @7pmPasta\, Dinner Roll\, Beverages. \nAfter finishing up with exams\, our students need a break. Free dinner and Visual Arts Show.Pop by\, Bring your friends come enjoy.\nChoose the winning posters! Create your own poster and try to win great prizes!RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE!❤️🖤💚\nWhere: Hurricanes Pub and Grill
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/coalition-for-justice-unity-equity-black-history-month-event-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230217T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230217T183000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230128T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T195636Z
UID:11323-1676629800-1676658600@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:Célébrer le Mois de l’histoire des noirs en famille
DESCRIPTION:Le CCFWEK vous invite à célébrer le Mois de l’histoire des noirs en famille !! Venez avec vos enfants de 3 à 10 ans au Carrefour communautaire (720 avenue Ouellette\, Windsor\, ON.) Ce vendredi\, 17 février 2023. Deux sessions organisées : \n1re Session: de 10h30 à 12h00 \n2è Session: de 16.30 à 18h00 \nDes pancakes et du chocolat chaud seront également disponibles. Tous les enfants qui y participeront pourront choisir un livre à emporter avec eux à la maison ! Évènement pour les enfants de 3 à 10 ans\, accompagnés de leurs parents. Pour votre inscription cliquez https://ccfwek.org/events/fevrier-mois-de-lhistoire-des-noirs-en-famille-au-cckwek/ ou APPELEZ LE CCFWEK\, Tél. 519 948 5545. \nLe Centre Communautaire Francophone Windsor Essex Kent (CCFWEK) invites you to celebrate Black History Month at The Crossroads! Bring your children ages 3 – 10 to the Community Crossroads (720 Ouellette Ave\, Windsor\, ON.) Any child that participates will be able to choose a book to take home with them! Date: Friday\, February 17\, 2023. Two sessions will be held: \n1st session: 10:30 am to 12:00 pm \n2nd Session: 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm \nPancakes and hot chocolate will be available as well. \nEvent for kids ages 3-10 with their parents. \nRegister at https://ccfwek.org/events/fevrier-mois-de-lhistoire-des-noirs-en-famille-au-cckwek/ or CALL CCFWEK at 519 948 5545. \nWhere: Le Carrefour Communautaire\, 720 avenue Ouellette\, Windsor
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/celebrer-le-mois-de-lhistoire-des-noirs-en-famille/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T042916
CREATED:20230128T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T195029Z
UID:11316-1676574000-1676577600@amherstburgfreedom.org
SUMMARY:New McDougall Street Corridor Black History Digital Archive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Essex County Black Historical Research Society for our February meeting on Zoom. Dr. Heidi LM Jacobs and lead graduate student researcher Willow Key will provide an overview of the new We Were Here: Documenting Windsor’s McDougall Street Corridor digital archive hosted by Leddy Library… a remarkable collection of images\, essays\, maps\, excerpts of interviews with McDougall Street Corridor residents and descendants\, and more. The project was initiated in 2021 through a partnership between the ECBHRS and Leddy. The McDougall Street Corridor\, the traditional neighbourhood of Windsor’s Black community\, was a dynamic commercial and residential district known for its Black businesses\, social clubs\, churches\, activist organizations\, and even a Black-owned hotel… until urban renewal initiatives devastated the area. Please register in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0od-ihrDoqGtECbd13yebzNcZgYZ6Rv6J7 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nWhere: Online: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0od-ihrDoqGtECbd13yebzNcZgYZ6Rv6J7
URL:https://amherstburgfreedom.org/event/new-mcdougall-street-corridor-black-history-digital-archive/
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