Christene Browne: Philomena (Unloved)
Wed Feb 20, 2019
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
90 mins
Location: Cedarbrae Public Library, 545 Markham Road, Toronto, ON
Toronto filmmaker, Christene Browne, reads from her second novel, Philomena (Unloved). A poignant story about Philomena Jones, who was born in the Caribbean but abandoned by her mother and left at the mercy of her grandmother who, after raising many children and grandchildren, is not capable of dedicating herself to another child. Love-starved, Philomena is easy prey. Abused by her pastor, Philomena begins a descent into mental instability. She leaves the islands for America, but ends up homeless and battling mental illness. Released from a psyche ward, Philomena is sent to a supportive housing facility for women. In this most unexpected of places, she finally realizes her dream of family.
Christene Browne is a well-respected and internationally acclaimed Toronto independent filmmaker and was the first Black woman to direct a feature film in Canada. In 2011 she was awarded the Visionary award by the Women's International Film & Television Showcase for her ground-breaking documentary series, Speaking in Tongues: The History of Language which features Noam Chomsky. She is currently completing a feature documentary on Toronto's Regent Park - the oldest and largest Canadian housing complex and developing an animated film on the early life of famed Canadian author Austin Clarke. This is Christene's second novel.
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Registration required. Call 416-396-8850 to register for this free program.
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Adult Afternoon Movie: Selma
Wed Feb 20, 2019
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
90 mins
Location: Humber Summit Public Library, 2990 Islington Avenue, Toronto, ON
Join us for an afternoon of classics, new releases and documentaries.
Drop In.
For info click here
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Gumboots Dance!
Wed Feb 20, 2019
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
60 mins
Location: North York Central Library, 5120 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON
Auditorium
Gumboots is a dynamic, rhythmic dance originating from South Africa, and requiring the use of rubber boots. It is the predecessor of stomp dance, a discipline where the body becomes the musical instrument, eyes the lyrics and dance the medium of communication. Presenter:Just Aïssi,choreographer and percussionist. Fun guaranteed!All ages welcome. Please call (416)395-5639 to register for this free program.
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BrAIDing with a Social Twist5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. on recurring dates listed below
90 mins
Location: Maria A. Shchuka Public Library, 1745 Eglinton Avenue West, Toronto, ON
Meeting Room
This 6-week program provides young people (ages 15-24) who identify as women with a hands on experience in hair styling techniques and engage in conversations around HIV, AIDS, STI, violence against women, consent, healthy relationships, self love and much more.
Wednesdays from
February 20th to March 13th 2019,
5:00 to 6:30 pm | Ages 15 to 24 | Room B, Drop-in
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Portia White: Canada's Original Superstar
Wed Feb 20, 2019
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
90 mins
Location: North York Central Library, 5120 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON Room 2/3
Join Sheila White for the fascinating story of her famous aunt Portia White (1911-1968), a nationally recognized person of historical significance featured in museum and library collections.
Portia White achieved international acclaim in the 1940s for her prowess as a classical concert singer from Nova Scotia, made all the more significant and remarkable by her status as a single, Black woman. Portia began her professional career relatively late, at age 30, after a breakthrough Toronto debut as a contralto. She toured half the world, playing to packed halls and adoring audiences as a Columbia Concerts artist.
Co-sponsored by the North York Historical Society and the North York Central Library, Society & Recreation Department. Drop in. No registration required. Admission is free and all are welcome!
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Dance in the Library: Caribbean
Wed Feb 20, 2019
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
60 mins
Location: Barbara Frum, 20 Covington Road, Toronto, ON
Drop-in and stimulate your senses as a Caribbean dancer showcases various dances.
For info click here
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Spirit of Africa
Wed Feb 20, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
45 mins
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1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
45 mins
Location: Bendale Public Library, 1515 Danforth Road, Toronto, ON
Participants will experience the Spirit of Africa through rhythm and movement. This exciting workshop is a fun and interactive activity that uses dance movement, music and song to tell the story of the African people. Participants will learn about how the everyday lives of African people transfers through the arts, where examples of their daily activities, values and customs are portrayed. This workshop will consist of a series of movements, song and drum rhythms from different parts of West Africa, followed by a formal instruction of a traditional dance piece ending with a "cookup" where participants are able to freely express themselves. In partnership with Akoma Performing Arts.
No registration required, FREE Drop-in program.
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----------------------------------These events are part of our Black History Month programming. For the full lineup see: here
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