Loudoun County Public Library Black History Month Events Schedule

LOUDOUN COUNTY, VA — In celebration of Black History Month, Loudoun County Public Library’s February programs commemorate African-American achievement and the Civil Rights movement. Here are the programs planned for the month of February:

Meet Dr. King: Bright Star Theatre, a professional touring group, celebrates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by promoting peace, leadership, and conflict resolution. For Preschool – Grade 5.

• Lovettsville Library: Saturday, Feb. 4 at 10:30 a.m.
• Rust Library: Saturday, Feb. 4 at 3:30 p.m.

Black History Heroes, Soldiers & Spies: Bright Star Theatre will perform a lively, interactive show illustrating how the Buffalo Soldiers explored and settled the American West, how the Tuskegee Airmen took flight to help win World War II, and how spy Mary Elizabeth Bowser worked for the Union during the Civil War. For Grade 3 – Adult.

• Middleburg Library: Saturday, Feb. 4 at 1 p.m.
• Purcellville Library: Sunday, Feb. 5 at 1 p.m.

The Greatest Sports Heroes from A to Z: Bright Star Theatre’s tribute to amazing African American athletes, including Michael Jordan, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, and Jackie Robinson. Learn fun facts and important lessons about perseverance, health, wellness, and integrity. For Preschool – Grade 5.

• Cascades Library: Sunday, Feb. 5 at 3:30 p.m.

African American Troops in the Civil War: author and historian Bob O'Connor will share his research on the soldiers of the United States Colored Troops that fought for the Union army and navy during the American Civil War. He’ll also recognize soldiers from Loudoun County. Book sale & signing to follow. For Grade 9 - Adult.

• Cascades Library: Saturday, Feb. 4 at 2 p.m.
• Purcellville Library: Sunday, Feb. 12 at 2 p.m.
• Lovettsville Library: Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m.

Black History Hall of Fame: Bright Star Theatre salutes groundbreakers who have contributed to our nation's past, present, and future, including Maya Angelou, Aretha Franklin, Buffalo Soldiers, and Mae Jemison. For Grades K-5.

• Gum Spring Library: Sunday, Feb. 26 at 1 p.m.

North Star: Bright Star Theatre’s up-close and personal glimpse into the courageous life of Harriet Tubman; from her earliest days on a Maryland plantation to her work as conductor and spy, and her own journey to freedom. For Grade 3 – Adult.

• Ashburn Library: Sunday, Feb. 26 at 3:30 p.m.

For more information, visit library.loudoun.gov/events.

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