Celebrating My Black Culture
is a traveling- immersive educational and art experience. Curated by
Triad Cultural Arts
, this Pop-Up exhibit will feature segments of Winston-Salem’s rich Black American History. Subjects includes
local activism, church and spirituality, education, and entrepreneurship.
The immersive experience will include an online African American History Lab and complimentary history coloring books.
Designed with Winston-Salem / Forsyth County’s students and families in mind, the entire community will have an opportunity to celebrate our local rich black history as we honor the young scholars we’re cultivating today.
This is a public exhibition and the entire community is encouraged to visit, participate and learn from this cultural experience.
Please attend these Community Saturday Sessions:
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For more information: kellie@eastonreidgroup.com or charry@triadculturalarts.org
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Showcase of Song
Saturday, February 8, 2020 | 12:30 pm
Carver High School | Winston-Salem
In celebration of Black History Month, the Human Relations Commission sponsors "Showcase of Song: An African-American Cultural Celebration." Come out and join us for great music from local choirs and artists!The City of Winston-Salem has hosted and participated in many Black History Month events. The events are aimed toward improving race relations and celebrating the contributions of esteemed African-Americans in the Winston-Salem community. Free and open to the community!
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Freedom Day Celebration
Sunday, February 9, 2020 | 3:00 pm 4:30 pm
Delta Arts Center 2611 New Walkertown Rd, Winston-Salem
Celebrate 30 years since the day Nelson Mandela was freed from prison! Join us as Greater Dance Vision Company, Otesha Creative Dance and Jamie Gorham lift our spirits in dance and poetry. Hear from Action4Equity, Magnolia Scholars, and Wake Forest School of Law on these topics: School to Prison Pipeline, 1st Generation College Students, Raising the Age for Juvenile Court. Enjoy light refreshments. This event is FREE and open to the public.
www.deltaartscenter.org
Contact: deltaartscenter@deltaartscenter.org (305) 7206384
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Valentine Ball
Friday, February 14, 2020 | 7:00 pm
Union Baptist Church, 1200 N. Trade Street
Winston-Salem
Please join us at our Valentine Ball for Singles and Couples! All you need is Love! An evening filled with fun, music, games, entertainment and dinner! Attire is Dressy, Semi-formal, Chic!
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the church office or online.
Contact: dwade@unionbaptistwsnc.org 336.724-92305
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Lovers Day Dinner
Friday,February 14, 2020
Other Suns Event Center | 7:00pm 10:00pm
414 Laura Wall Blvd, Winston-Salem
Enjoy delicious dinner, prepared by Chef Shirika in a warm inviting atmosphere.
For More Information: (336) 655-5767 | hmackconsulting@gmail.com
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Panel Discussion on African Americans and Voting -- Central Library
Saturday, Feb.15 at 2:30 p.m.
During the panel discussion community leaders will discuss the impact of the 1965 Voting Rights Act, and the challenges African Americans continue to face with the electoral process.
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Our Red Bottom Shoes Wellness & Luncheon Affair Conference for WOMEN will be held on February 22, 2020 at the BENTON CONVENTION CENTER. This event, which is being held for the fifth year, is inclusive of all, but specifically designed to educate women of color on heart health issues and preventive solutions. In addition, it while provide dietary & physical exercise tips, empowering encouragement and much more.
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Our Red Bow-Tie Wellness & Luncheon Affair Conference for MEN, is being held for the third year on February 22, 2020 as well. This event is inclusive of ALL, but specifically designed to educate men of color on heart health issues and preventive solutions, while providing dietary & physical exercise tips, empowering encouragement and more. We’ve secured a dynamic line-up for the luncheon.
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Black Cinema a/Journey
Tuesdays in February at 6:30 pm
a/perture cinema |
311 West Fourth St. Winston Salem
The purpose of this series is to celebrate four amazing black filmmakers during Black History Month, this year with a focus on current films and working directors who are making a mark on the industry. We celebrate their style, artistry and contribution to film at a time when the industry continues to under-represent the black filmmaker.
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Queen & Slim
Thursday, February 6, 2020 6:30 PM
Aperture Cinema, Winston Salem
While on a forgettable first date together in Ohio, a black man (Get Out's Daniel Kaluuya) and a black woman (Jodie Turner-Smith, in her first starring feature-film role), are pulled over for a minor traffic infraction.
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The Weekend
Thursday, February 13, 2020 6:30 PM
Stand-up comedian Zadie (Sasheer Zamata) is still reeling from her last breakup three years ago, but is trying to stay friends with her ex-boyfriend Bradford (Tone Bell). She invites him on a weekend trip.
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The Last Tree
Thursday, February 20, 2020 6:30 PM
THE LAST TREE follows the story of Femi, a British boy of Nigerian heritage who, after a happy childhood in rural Lincolnshire, moves to inner London to live with his mum.
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Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror
Thursday, February 27, 2020 6:30 PM
Horror Noire features interviews with filmmakers and scholars, showcasing a who's who of black horror cinema, from those who survived the genre's past trends to those shaping its future.
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Oscar Nominated Animated Short Film
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Oscar Nominated Documentary Short
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Evening of Elegance Scholarship Fundraiser
March 14, 2020 | 7:00 pm 12:30 am
Village Inn Hotel & Event Center | 6205 Ramada Drive, Clemmons
The Winston-Salem chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. will host an Evening of Elegance Scholarship fundraiser banquet hosted by comedian, actor and radio personality Shedrick Garrett aka Shed G.
Shed G is a faith-based comedian with a family-friendly style that captivates audiences of all ages and races. Shed G. has worked with entertainers such as Tyler Perry, Rickey Smiley and Kevin Hart. We are requesting your support for this non-profit organization in the form of a tax-deductible donation or sponsorship for our Top Teens of America.
The organization’s primary mission is to volunteer services to both youth and adults plus generate funds for the Top Teens of America Seniors to continue their studies at institutions of higher education. For more information email
tlod_ws@yahoo.com.
*Your ticket stub serves as a form of a tax-deductible donation or sponsorship for our Top Teens of America.
Click link below for ticket information and to make your purchase!
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Invitational 2020 @ Delta Arts
January 21 through May 30, 2020
Delta Arts Center 2611 New Walkertown Rd, Winston-Salem NC
The Delta Arts Center presents “Invitational 2020 @ Delta Arts,” our biennial juried exhibition, featuring the works of a dozen African-American artists from across the state. The exhibition includes works in a wide variety of media, styles, and themes, by a mix of both established and emerging artists.
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Stitching Together Inspiration and Hope - Amazing Quilt Work of the Youth of The Virginia Dept. of Juvenile Justice
Saturday, February 8, 2020 | NOON - 4:30pm
St. James AME Church | 1501 N Patterson Ave | Winston-Salem
St. James AME invites you to an event that will inspire you. The Virginia Dept of Juvenile Justice will share how they use the art of quilt making to help young people share their journey. See these beautiful and inspirational quilts.
Contact: (336) 4137706, (3367255371) |mwlovett63@gmail.com
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African-American Read-In Chain
Sunday, February 9, at 2:30 pm
Central Library
660 West Fifth Street, Winston-Salem
The 30th annual National African-American Read-In Chain to promote literacy and the reading of African American Literature. This event, facilitated by Dr. Elwanda D. Ingram, is sponsored by the Black Caucus of the National Council of Teachers of English and the National Council of Teachers of English, in conjunction with the Forsyth County Public Library. To participate, come prepared to listen or read aloud any works by African American writers or oneself of no more than one-three minutes long. To volunteer to read, email
ingrame@wssu.edu by February 5, 2020. Free-Open to the public.
336-703-2665
www.forsyth.cc/Library/Central/
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Happy Hill Black History Expo
February 15, 2020 | 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
William
Sims Recreation Center
1201 Alder Street, Winston-Salem, NC
The "Happy Hill Black History Expo" will feature keynote speaker: Hazel Mack - Otesha Jr. Dancers - Art Contest - Spoken Word/Alice Bidden - Youth Gladiators Boxing Exhibition - African Balaphone/Chi - Tee Vinson/Doris Vaughn/Music Drama - Kenya Cherry/Storyteller - Diva Singers
Door prizes include Free passes to Gateway YWCA. "MGT Community Sewing Class" "Happy Hill Assoc. Membership Drive/1st 30 residents $5.00 each ! FREE
Cost: Free and open to the public
For more information: 336-727-3093 or amatullah.saleem31@yahoo.com
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Carnival Mask Workshop
Saturday, February 22, 2020 | 1:00pm 4:00pm
Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University 1834 Wake Forest Road, Winston-Salem
Celebrate Carnival at the Museum of Anthropology! Join us for this all-ages workshop and learn about the celebration of Carnival around the world. Participants will see authentic Carnival masks from the MOA’s collection and then make their own to take home. $20 per person ($15 for MOA Friends). Advanced registration by emailing moa@wfu.edu or calling 336.758.5282 is required. http://moa.wfu.edu
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Carolina Live!—Our Musical History
March 6, 2020 | 7:00pm 9:00pm7:00pm 9:00pm
SECCA 750 Marguerite Dr, Winston-Salem
Presented by Carolina Music Ways and SECCA, and sponsored in part by Flow Automotive, this fundraising concert features jazz, bluegrass, blues, gospel, old-time string band, and rhythm and blues. Performed by some of the best musicians in the area, this lively show highlights the musical gifts of North Carolina natives, including John Coltrane, Doc Watson, the "5" Royales, and a moving tribute to singer and civil rights icon Nina Simone.
Performers: Matt Kendrick, Debbie Gitlin, Wiley Porter, Joe Robinson, Karon Click, and Diana Tuffin. Narrator: Ron Stacker Thompson.Cash bar and food available for purchase by local food trucks.
General Admission: $25 - Includes admission to the concert and access to SECCA's galleries.
VIP: $50 - Includes preferred seating, one drink ticket, and a limited edition hand-pulled screenprint concert poster.
Purchase Tickets: https://www.carolinamusicways.org/tickets
info@carolinamusicways.org
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Georgia On My Mind: Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles
Thursday, March 12, 2020 7:30pm 10:00pm
High Point Theatre 220 E. Commerce Avenue, High Point
Emmy Award winner Clint Holmes, 10-time Grammy and Award winner & Gospel Music Hall of Famers Take 6, Award winning vocalist Nnenna Freelon, and Grammy Award winning saxophonist-songwriter Kirk Whalum perform dazzling soulful classic Ray Charles hits including; Hit the Road Jack, What'd I Say, I Got a Woman, I Can't Stop Loving You, Georgia On My Mind, and many, many more
$45-$75
Contact Info kacy.woody@highpointnc.gov (336) 8873001
HighPointTheatre.com
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Sons of Mystro
Friday, March 20, 2020
High Point Theatre 220 E. Commerce Avenue 8:00pm 10:00pm
Brothers Malcolm, 23, and Umoja, 20, use their violins to creatively interpret reggae classics, American pop songs, and their own creations. Winners of the Emerging Artist Under 21 Years Old award at the International Reggae and World Music Awards, the brothers have been mentored by classically trained violinists Kevin Sylvester & Wilner Baptiste of Black Violin HighPointTheatre.com
$20-$25
Contact Info kacy.woody@highpointnc.gov (336) 8873001
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Happy Hill Community Activities:
Youth Gladiators Boxing Club
Every Tuesday from 4:30 - 6:00 pm
William Sims Recreation Center |1201 Alder Street, W-S, NC
Basic Boxing Skills - Non-Contact. Ages: 6 - 14 years. Instructors: Coaches Richard Davis & Rahman Gardner - Soft-Skills - Snacks - Breaks
Free - MUST HAVE PARENT PERMISSION
"Sittersize with Soul"
Every Tuesday from 11:00 am - NOON
William Sims Recreation Center |1201 Alder Street, W-S, NC Free
Fitness exercise seated in a chair with Soul Music to make you move! Instructor: Mr. Ben Piggott, former director of the Sims Recreation Center/Happy Hill.
Free!
Contact: (336) 727-2837, amatullah.saleem31@yahoo.com
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Cultural Arts
Fundraising Campaign
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Want to keep Black History, Art and Culture going 365? Really?
Triad Cultural Arts will hold its first annual Black History Month fundraising campaign. You will have an opportunity to support culturally immersive programming to preserve, celebrate and exhibit our city's African American heritage.
Be on the look out!!
Can't wait - Donate Now!
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Triad Cultural Arts
Coming Eventz
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We will post your event in our community news section of the Coming Eblast for free. Add your event below. To have a graphic/flyer posted there is a fee.
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Please make sure to check with sponsoring organizations to ensure their event information has not changed.
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