February is Black History Month, a time to recognize, celebrate, and honor the rich and diverse history and important contributions and achievements of African Americans. Join the LA County Library in celebrating all month with free events and programs for all ages in our libraries, including author events, film screenings, storytelling, spoken word performances, performing arts, and art activities. Check out the event listing on the link below to find an event near you!

Since the 1970s, NAACP has dedicated the month of February as an exceptional period for the Black community as they devote 28 days – 29 if they're lucky – to commemorate all things Black. Black History Month is celebrated across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany and Netherlands, and from school systems to television networks, many organizations recognize the month by building Black history into their programming during the month of February.    

Looking for a ride with a cause? Ride for Black Lives offers rides Saturday mornings, check their website for more information. Please wear a mask and follow COVID-19 safety guidelines.   From Ride for Black Lives: Our mission is to create habitual community participation and growth. Building a community within the cycling world and using that as a vehicle to spread love peace and unity. We are here to keep the conversation going for the necessary changes needed within our…

The LA Chinatown Firecracker Run is virtual this year! Check out their website on how to particiapte! From the organizers: The Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker 5/10K Run/Walk is the largest and longest-running Lunar New Year charity run in the United States. Established in 1978, Firecracker has since grown to include a Bike Ride, Kiddie Run and Dog Walk and serves the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area with support from the City of Los Angeles. All proceeds are reinvested into the…

Learn more about Women's History Month from the Smithsonian and Library of Congress March is Women's History Month. Join us in commemorating women's vital role in American History with The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution, and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

Join us in celebrating Women's History Month with the Los Angeles Public Library. They will be hosting events, reads, and podcasts all month long, so click on the link below to get started.