February is Black History Month! In the spirit of sharing, openness and love, here are some events that feature and celebrate the rich cultural history and experience of Black and African-American people. Go forth and explore!

Hip Hop Soulsation

Feb 11, 4pm
Kenton Library
8226 N Denver Ave
An engaging performance by the NY-based hip hop dancers and instructors from Hip Hop Soulsation Academy.
Free for all ages.
multcolib.org

African American Read-In

Feb 12, 2pm
North Portland Library
512 N Killingsworth St
Feb 18, 1pm
Midland Library
805 SE 122nd Ave
Community members, leaders and teachers read from their favorite works by African American authors. Bring your own to share, or simply come to listen and learn.
Free for all ages.
multcolib.org

African Storytelling

Feb 18, 1:30pm
Troutdale Library
2451 SW Cherry Park Rd, Troutdale
Stories, singing and movement by Habiba, a native Ghanaian performer.
Free for all ages.
multcolib.org

The Roots of Hip Hop presented by Rainbow Dance Theatre

Feb 24, 7:30-8:30pm
Walters Cultural Arts Center
527 E Main St, Hillsboro
Experience the history and evolution of hip hop dance, from traditional African drumming and dancing to the powerful, rhythmic movements you know as hip hop today.
Tickets $5 in advance, $10 day of the show – buy online now!
rainbowdancetheatre.org

Black Pioneers in Oregon

Feb 25, 1pm
End of the Oregon Trail
1726 Washington St, Oregon City
Historian Gwen Carr presents stories of Black Oregonians that date back to the 1700s. Learn about the experiences and contributions that they’ve made to our beloved state.
Free for all ages.
oregonblackpioneers.org

Family Film Day: K3NT & KAT3 presented by the Cascade Festival of African Films

Feb 25, 2pm
PCC Cascade – Moriarty Arts and Humanities Building, Room 104
705 N Killingsworth St
A sweet Ugandan film (in English) about the magical friendship between Kent and Kate as Kent copes with dyslexia and discovers a secret musical talent.
Free, first-come first-served
africanfilmfestival.org