Events

This father-daughter artist duo exhibition brings together the work of two artists connected by family and shaped by lived experience. 

While their practices differ, both return to making as a way of working through memory,…

To honor Black History Month, the Metropolitan Library will be giving away two sets of the March trilogy graphic novels. These books tell the story of Atlanta's own, John Lewis, the late civil rights leader and Congressman. Fill out a…

Are you a student who has been assigned a Black History Month Project, a parent who wants to help their child or an adult who is interested in Black History topics or research.  We are here to help you.  Come on in on the…

Join us at the Ponce Library for a special storytime from Babatunde the Griot. 

Using his vivid imagination, assistance from the audience, and rhythmic accompaniment from his magnificent djembes, Babatunde masterfully weaves stories…

Patrons are invited to make  Kente Cloth Bracelet

Join us as we celebrate the phenomenal works of Ryan Coogler for Black History Month. We will highlight a film a week by the filmmaker during the month of February.

Come and enjoy our Black Filmmaker Series each and every…

Come celebrate Black History Month at the MLK Jr. Library! Pick from a selection of famous African American figures and create your very own silhouette art piece.

Intended for ages 5 and up.

This event is FULL.  You may join the waitlist, however there is no guarantee that additional space will open up.  As we receive cancellations - those on the waitlist will be moved to the registered list and will receive an email…

Join us for a night filled with Black History Month Trivia and the chance to win prizes!

Come join us and create a Black History canvas tote bag with Maddie from The Art Center. Adults 18+ only. Registration is required. Limited to 15 people. 

Central Library, in kind sponsorship of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation, and Brave + Kind Bookshop present author Deborah Roberts and WABE’s Rose Scott for an evening of conversation about Roberts’s latest novel, Sisters Loved…

Are you a parent of a student who needs help with their Black History Month Project?

Guess what? You don't have to wait until the last minute! We can help now! Drop in and Ask for help from our Youth Services Librarian or Our Branch…

Please join us as Anthony Knight from City of Atlanta - Department of City Planning discusses the Chattahoochee Brick Company, owned by former Atlanta Mayor James W. English, supplied bricks for the construction of industrial buildings and…

This interactive storytime introduces little learners to the idea that everyone’s story matters—and that our differences make our community brighter. Families will leave feeling inspired, connected, and proud to see their stories shine…

Join us as we listen to children's author Sharice Lee read her books, "ABC Affirmations: Daily Affirmations for Kids," and " "Stars in Our Own Sky," in celebration of Black History Month. Reservations for groups only.   

Join Ms. Adrienne and friends for special storytime in honor of Black History Month on former Congressman and Civil Rights Hero, John Lewis.  We will read, sing and move about all the great things that John Lewis did.  Appropriate…

Children will enjoy listening to stories and making crafts in celebration of African-American History Month. Reservations for groups only. 

TThe Vignes twin sisters will always be identical. But after growing up together in a small, southern black community and running away at age sixteen, it's not just the shape of their daily lives that is different as adults, it's…

Let’s celebrate Black History Month by honoring Garrett Morgan, inventor of the traffic stoplight.

Kids ages 3-12 will create their own traffic stoplight craft to take home.

Join us as we celebrate the phenomenal works of Ryan Coogler for Black History Month. We will highlight a film a week by the filmmaker during the month of February.

Come and enjoy our Black Filmmaker Series each and every…