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 […]
Celebrating Black Voices: The Chevalier de St. Georges In Partnership with the River Bookshop, and the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Windsor, the Windsor Symphony Orchestra presents WSO concertmaster, Lillian Scheirich, brings to life a concerto by the swashbuckling 18th century composer, Joseph Bologne, the Chevalier de St. Georges. Jessie Montgomery's composition Shift, Change, Turn provides a new twist […]
Canada South Blues Society Proudly Presents the Blackburn Brothers Description: The Canada South Blues Society proudly presents the Blackburn Brothers with special guest Tim Swaddling and a historical presentation by Elise Harding Davis. The Juno-nominated, multiple award-winning Blackburn Brothers, Underground Railroad descendants, are considered Toronto’s First Family of Blues. Tickets available at ticketscene.ca or at […]
Coalition for Justice Unity Equity Black History Month Event All 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. After finishing up with exams, our students need a break. Free dinner and Visual Arts Show.Pop by, Bring your friends […]
Rarely Seen: Art from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Collection Art 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. Date: Every Saturday and Sunday in February Time: 12-5pm Where: Hole in The […]
Desmond Cole is a Canadian journalist, activist, broadcaster, and author of the #1 nationally bestselling book The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power. He’ll deliver a powerful talk about his work and his experience with racial injustice. Click Here to RSVP Where: The Nazrey AME Church @ The Amherstburg Freedom Museum
