Newton Community Pride is hosting these events, free and accessible to all, to celebrate Black History Month:
- February 15, 6PM – Curator Talk at TRIO Art Corridor: Hear from the curator of INTERCESSION, Reggie Woolery, as he discusses the show and the importance of chronicling life in Black communities. In partnership with New Art Center. Sign up suggested.
- February 18, 2:15-3:15PM – Free panel discussion at the West Newton Cinema focusing on the themes of the five-time Oscar-nominated film, American Fiction. Featuring Callie Crossley, Nerissa Williams Scott, and Dr. Keith Maddox. Moderated by Sarah Vincent. Refreshments provided. Registration highly suggested. In partnership with the West Newton Cinema Foundation.
- February 22, 6PM – INTERCESSION Virtual Artist Talk: Philip Keith, Lauren Miller, Alonso Nichols, and Sam Williams. In partnership with New Art Center. Sign up suggested.
- February 25, 11AM – Children’s author reading and discussion with Kaija Langley and Janet Costa Bates at Hummingbird Books at the Street (Chestnut Hill). In partnership with Story Starters. Registration suggested.
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