February 2022
Events
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Send your calendar items to MilestonesNews@pcaCares.org by the 25th of the month (for publication in month after next) Questions? 215-765-9000, ext. 5081
FEBRUARY 12 BLACK FAMILY STORIES
Storytelling workship for all ages, hosted by Keepers of the Culture, Inc. 1-4 p.m. Stenton museum. 215-329-7312
*CONTACT THE EVENT ORGANIZER FOR FACE MASK AND/OR COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS.* FEBRUARY 1 LUNAR NEW YEAR FEBRUARY 1, 8, 15, 22 CERAMICS CLASS
Clay hand-building for all levels. 12:302 p.m. Journey’s Way. 215-487-1750, ext. 1101. (Cost: $10-$14 per class)
THURSDAYS STARTING FEBRUARY 3 POKENO Just like bingo, but with bigger rewards. 11 a.m. St. Edmond Senior Center. 215-790-9530. (Cost: $0.50 cents per card)
THURSDAYS STARTING FEBRUARY 3 THE MEN’S GROUP Informal discussion group for men 55+ to explore, learn & share about healthy living, transitions, retirement, loneliness & survival. 12:45-1:45 p.m. Journey’s Way. 215-487-1750, ext. 1001
FEBRUARY 4 WORLD CANCER DAY
WEEKDAYS FEBRUARY 1-28 (QUILT) PIECES OF BLACK HISTORY Create a unique paper quilt square featuring your favorite Black authors, books or quotes. Nicetown-Tioga Library: Monday to Thursday, 2-5 p.m. & Friday, 1-4 p.m | 215-685-9790. Philadelphia City Institute: Monday to Thursday, 2-6 p.m. & Friday, 2-5 p.m. | 215-685-6621
FEBRUARY 14 VALENTINE’S DAY
SATURDAYS, FEBRUARY 5 TO MARCH 12 A TASTE OF AFRICAN HERITAGE
Join Philadelphia Senior Center – Arts and Bonnie Harmon from Friends of the Avenue of the Arts in this virtual community outreach event. 10:30 a.m. Zoom – Meeting ID: 871-2863-9762 | Dial-in by phone: 929-205-6099
FEBRUARY 17 AUTHOR EVENT: JABARI ASIM “YONDER”
Author discusses new novel about a group of enslaved Black people seeking love, friendship & independence in the 19th century United States south. 7:30 p.m. Parkway Central Library. 215-5674341
FEBRUARY 14 BE MY VALENTINE CUPID POLLYANNA FEBRUARY 8 VALENTINE’S COOKIE DECORATING
Noon to 2 p.m. Lutheran Settlement House. 215-426-8610, ext. 1206. ($2-$5)
FEBRUARY 8, 9, 10 I LOVE JEWELRY SALE
Assortment of costume & handmade jewelry & other decorative gifts for sale. Proceeds benefit the center. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Journey’s Way. 215-4871750, ext. 1101. (Items cost: $1-$10)
FEBRUARY 10 ‘MEET JAMES FORTEN’ PERFORMANCE & DISCUSSION
Explores Forten’s life as a free Black Philadelphian, Revolutionary War privateer & stalwart abolitionist. A discussion about how & why this piece was created & why Forten’s story continues to resonate with audiences today will follow. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Online or at the Museum of the American Revolution. Register: 215-253-6731 or amrevmuseum.org
Bring a wrapped gift ($10 value) & take a gift home with you. Label gift for male, female or gender neutral. 10 a.m. St. Edmond Senior Community Center. 215790-9530
FEBRUARY 16 VIRTUAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION
Participants will engage in conversations regarding local Philadelphia pioneers & historical locations, inspiring young adult African American poets, & share information about genealogy & ancestry projects. 11 a.m. To register, contact Wynnefield Library at 215-685-0298
FEBRUARY 18 NATIONAL CAREGIVERS DAY
FEBRUARY 18-20 DANCIN’ IN THE STREETS
The Philly POPS perform “The Music of Motown.” 8 p.m. (Feb. 19 & 20 at 3 p.m.) Kimmel Center, Verizon Hall. Tickets: 215893-1999 or PhillyPops.org. ($41+)
Virtual conversation by notable artists will explore the impact of the Harriet Tubman statue & other public art in Philadelphia, how public art can effectively tell our histories, & how to evaluate our public art to ensure it reflects the values of Philadelphia. 6 p.m. 215-686-8446
FEBRUARY 23 CRITICAL RACE THEORY
Join WHYY & the Kingsessing Library for a virtual community conversation. How does CRT inform Black history? How does it change our understanding of the entire history of this country? How & why has the term been misused? 6 p.m. 215-685-2690
FEBRUARY 26 VIRTUAL SCREENING OF ‘HARRIET’
Rev. Mark Tyler of Mother Bethel AME will introduce the film & give remarks about church’s the storied history in the abolition movement & its connection to Harriet Tubman. 215-686-8446
ONGOING BLACK HISTORY EVENTS & EXHIBITS
FEBRUARY 16 LEARN HOW TO MAKE SUSHI
Participants will receive the recipe, ingredients list & supply list before the event. 7:30 p.m. Virtual program presented by The Congregations of Shaare Shamayim Sisterhood. For ZOOM or dial-in details, call 215-677-1600. Cost: $5
FEBRUARY 23 THE POWER OF PUBLIC ART: CONNECTING PEOPLE, PLACE & STORY
FEBRUARY 21 PRESIDENTS DAY
The African American Museum in Philadelphia preserves, interprets and exhibits the heritage of African Americans from pre-colonial times to the present. Hours: ThursdaySunday,10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7 01 Arch St. 215-574-0380 | aampmuseum.org