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DeKalb Library promotes Black History Month
The DeKalb County Public Library is hosting a variety of events to celebrate Black History Month this month. (Courtesy of DeKalb County Public Library)
Various programs are planned this month for Black History Month by the DeKalb County Public Library.
Among them are:
- “Breaking Ground”: 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 18 at Northlake-Barbara Boar Library, 3772 Lavista Road, Tucker. Jerry G. White will present his one-man family show that incorporates theater, music, percussion and singing into an interactive and educational performance about five Black men who achieved greatness - Alex Johnson, Bass Reeves, George Washington Carver, Commander General Benjamin O. Davis and Satchel Paige. Register at bit.ly/40uWNfb.
- “Bo Legs: Marvin Arrington, Sr. - An Atlanta Story”: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 25 at South DeKalb Senior Center, 1931 Candler Road, Decatur. In partnership with DeKalb County District 3 Commissioner Larry Johnson, this new documentary screening recognizes Arrington as one of Atlanta’s most significant political leaders. Lunch will be served. Register at bit.ly/3wRV1aF.
More details can be found at DeKalbLibrary.org.
