Black History Month Feb 18-28 offers LOTS to see, do right here in Oakland this weekend!

Published on Friday, February 18, 2011
Last updated on 06:33AM, Monday, February 28, 2011
Ericka Huggins speaks at Laney College, photo by The Black Hour, http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackhour/4439952037/

Ericka Huggins speaks at Laney College, photo by The Black Hour, http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackhour/4439952037/

 What's happening for Black History Month in Oakland during the second half of this month? There's lots to see and do:

Friday, February 18, 2011
Black History Month Extravaganza
6925 International Blvd. in the Black Wall Street District
6p.m., Free Admission
Guice Academy Presents of songs, dance poetry, music and stage play. Presented by Guice Christian Academy.
www.blackwallstreet.org

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Celebrating Black History Month: Challenger Missions,

Challenger Learning Center, Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd.
1 & 3p.m., Admission Fee
Guided by an experienced flight director, command your own destiny while developing skills in decision making, teamwork, problem solving and communication. Reserve your space today! A short presentation highlighting the contributions of African American astronauts will be featured before each mission.
www.chabotspace.org or 510-336-7373

Thursday, February 24, 2011
J.P. Myrick Presents Harriet Tubman
Elmhurst Branch Library, 1427 88th Ave. in the Black Wall Street District
10:45a.m., Free Admission
In this interactive musical performance, J.P. Myrick becomes Harriet Tubman. She demonstrates how Christian hymns were used by the Underground Railroad conductor to lead slaves to freedom. The audience also learns about Quakers and abolitionists. Presented by Elmhurst Library.
www.blackwallstreet.org or 510-615-5727

Friday, February 25, 2011
O Zone: Soundtrack – The Drum
Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St.
5p.m. to Midnight, Admission Fee
Performances, talks and programs that beat to the drum of the sounds of the African Diaspora and its role in African American music. Bring your drum and join a drumming circle. Special menu and drinks at the Blue Oak Café.
www.museumca.org or 510-238-2200

Friday, February 25, 2011
Annual Bay Area Induction Ceremony
Mormon Temple, 4766 Lincoln Ave.
6 to 10p.m., Admission Fee
The Multi-Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame inducts retired professional athletes and honors community leaders during this annual event.
www.afrosportshall.com or 510-452-2693 / 510-372-0391

Saturday, February 26, 2011
2nd Annual Dr. Carter G. Woodson Black History Bowl
Frick Middle School, 2845 64th Ave.
9a.m. to 5p.m., Team Bowl Entrance Fee; Free Spectator Admission
Watch student teams in elementary, middle and high school divisions test their knowledge of Black History.
www.kulturefreedom.com or 510-750-9443

February 26, 2011
Walking Tour: New Era/New Politics
Tour starts at AAMLO, 659 14th St.
10a.m. to Noon, Free Admission
Stroll through downtown on this 90-minute walking tour and learn about Oakland’s African American leaders. Reservations encouraged. Presented by the Oakland Tours Program.
www.oaklandnet.com/walkingtours or 510-238-3234

Saturday, February 26, 2011
Celebrating Black History Month: Astronaut Demos
Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd.
11a.m. to 5p.m., Admission Fee
Join Chabot Space volunteers as they celebrate the contributions of African American astronauts with a day of hands-on demonstrations and other fun activities.
www.chabotspace.org or 510-336-7373

Saturday, February 26, 2011
Quilt Demonstration and Workshop
West Oakland Branch Library, 1801 Adeline St.
Noon to 3:30p.m., Free Admission
The African American Quilters of Oakland invite the public to an annual demonstration and workshop and quilting. All supplies are provided and all ages are welcome. www.oaklandlibrary.org or 510-238-7352

Sunday, February 27, 2011
Black History Month Celebration
8637 International Blvd. in the Black Wall Street District
11a.m., Free Admission
Poetry, song, dance and music. Presented by City of Refuge.
www.blackwallstreet.org

Sunday, February 27, 2011
Black History Month Traditional Celebration
4450 International Blvd. in the Black Wall Street District
11a.m., Free Admission
Series of songs, dance and music. Please wear traditional African attire. Presented by New Life Church of God in Christ .
www.blackwallstreet.org

Sunday, February 27, 2011
Black History Month King/Obama Exhibit
6001 International Blvd. in the Black Wall Street District
3p.m., Free Admission
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and President Barack Obama Presented by Greater Sweet Home Baptist Church. 
www.blackwallstreet.org

Sunday, February 27, 2011
Black History Month Play & Skit
7425 International Blvd. in the Black Wall Street District
6p.m., Free Admission
Black History Month Celebration presented by East Oakland Deliverance Center.
www.blackwallstreet.org

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