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Saved From The Waters
Watch nine films from Safaa Fathy for FREE. Safaa Fathy is an Egyptian/ French poet, documentary filmmaker, playwright, and essayist. Born in Egypt, she moved to France in 1981 and obtained her PhD from the Sorbonne in Paris in 1993. She was Program Director at the International College of Philosophy from 2010-2016. Fathy is the author of the plays Aquarius, in Sillas en la frontera, and Ordalie/Terreur (with an introduction by Jacques Derrida), and co-author with Jacques Derrida of Tourner les mots: au bord d’un film. Maysles.org
October 1 All Day
In Motion:
Amiri Baraka
This film profiles the outspoken representative - formerly LeRoi Jones - of the Black consciousness movement who has been a major figure on the American literary and political landscape for three decades. Set in Newark, Greenwich Village, and
Harlem, this documentary follows Baraka from before his trial for “resisting arrest” and ends with his conviction despite allegations of police harassment. Pre-order for FREE at maysles.org
October 1 6:30-8:00pm
Fighting for the Franchise: A Century of Struggle for Voting Registration
In the face of voter suppression and disfranchisement, black people have waged a protracted struggle to gain, protect, and expand voting rights in this country. Join this important conversation featuring authors Carol Anderson, Ari Berman, Martha S. Jones, and Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis. Register for the FREE online event at eventbrite. com.
October 1 All Day
Paul Robeson:
Here I Stand
A perfect meeting of subject—singer, actor, activist, lawyer, humanitarian Paul Robeson, and filmmaker—writer, organizer, magazine editor, historian St. Clair Bourne,
Leyland Simmons (Oct 1)
Struggle for Voting Rights (Oct 1)
The Billy Harper Quintet (Oct 4)
Paul Robeson: Here I Stand is an epic of the biographical documentary. Bourne’s directing and producing career was dedicated to understanding and portraying people and subjects ignored by mainstream media, and his study of Robeson is a clear-eyed analysis of an oft-misunderstood giant of the
Mr. SOUL (Oct 7)
20th century. Watch for FREE at maysles.org
October 1 7:00-8:00pm
E-Moves 18: Leyland Simmons & Co.
In the spring of 2017, Leyland Simmons and Company presented this haunting dance piece that explores modern systems of slavery. Enjoy this performance From The Archives. Watch online at harlemstage.org or on their Youtube. FREE.
October 1 5:00-6:30pm
Tracing the Legacy of Housing Discrimination in NYC
Join MCNY for this FREE online workshop exploring the history and legacy of housing discrimination in New York City and examining how activists mobilized to fight for equal housing rights. Register online at mcny.org
An artist whose name evokes strength and power, Stout commands a stage with shape-shifting vocals that can turn a whisper into a roar. Whether performing solo or with a band, she masters her own electrifying language of sound, music and technology. Watch for FREE at apollotheater.com or on their Facebook and Youtube page.
October 3 2:00-3:30pm
Mount Morris Fire Watchtower
A prominent feature of Marcus Garvey Park and its neighborhood, the historic Mount Morris Fire Watchtower serves as an important landmark for the Harlem community. Urban Park Rangers discuss the significance and history of this recently restored structure. Marcus Garvey Park. FREE.
October 4 4:00-6:45pm
Live at The Zinc Bar: The Billy Harper Quintet
Please join The Zinc Bar for another Sunday Serenade featuring The Billy Harper Quintet. Seating is limited so it’s strongly recommended to reserve your spot! Contact 917882 9539 to RSVP. 82nWest 3rd Street. $30
October 7 6:30-9:00pm
Mr. SOUL!
Join the Schomburg Center online for a screening for the film Mr. SOUL!, directed by Melissa Haizlip. Following the film will feature a talkback with director Melissa Haizlip, performers Nona Hendryx and Sarah Dash from LaBelle and other invited guests. Register online at eventbrite. com for FREE.
