OC Public Libraries is celebrating Black History Month with
author talks, craft activities, storytimes, special programs, and more!
Author ReShonda Tate
Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30pm
ReShonda Tate is the national bestselling author of more than 53 books, she writes both adult and teen fiction, as well as nonfiction. A highly sought-after motivational speaker and award-winning poet, ReShonda is the recipient of an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literature. Considered one of the top African-American authors in the country, her books remain a staple on Bestseller's lists and have been featured in USA Today, The Washington Post, Jet, People, Essence, and Ebony Magazines.
Complimentary books available, while supplies last. No registration required, all ages welcome. Early arrival suggested.
Norma Hertzog Community Center
1845 Park Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
For more information, call (714) 566-3034 or email ocpl.programs@occr.ocgov.com
Author Jenifer Lewis
Friday, February 21, 2025 at 6:30pm
Jenifer Lewis is one of Hollywood's most familiar faces, with more than 300 appearances in film and television. Her bestselling memoir, The Mother of Black Hollywood, was named "2018 Book of the Year" at the National Book Club Conference. Jenifer's accomplishments as an entertainer and community activist have been recognized by the NAACP Lifetime Achievement Award in Theatre, the American Black Film Festival Career Achievement Award, and the Human Rights Campaign Ally Award.
Complimentary books available, while supplies last. Books available for purchase, courtesy of Lido Village Books. No registration required, all ages welcome. Early arrival suggested.
Clifton C. Miller Community Center
300 Centennial Way
Tustin, CA 92780
For more information, call (714) 566-3034 or email ocpl.programs@occr.ocgov.com
'The Apollo'
Film Screening
Saturday, February 1 @ 2:00pm
Rancho Santa Margarita Library
Join us for a special screening of documentary film The Apollo (2019).
Storyteller Michael McCarty
African Folktale Show
Thursday, February 6 @ 11:30am
Library of the Canyons
Don't miss this selection of folk, historical, and personal stories of the Black American experience.
Black History Month
Kente Cloth Inspired Craft
Tuesday, February 18 @ 11:00am
Tustin Library
Join us for a celebration of Black History Month with a special family craft.
Black History Month
Crafts
Saturday, February 22 @ 11:00am
San Juan Capistrano Library
Celebrate Black History Month with a fun craft where you can recreate the iconic paintings of
Alma Thomas!
This project is funded in part through a grant from the California Department of Aging and administered locally by the Orange County Office on Aging.