Now through Feb. 28
Black History Month exhibit presented by the African-American Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame. Mormon Temple, 4560 Lincoln Ave., Oakland,
(510) 452-2693, (510) 531-3507, www.afrosportshall.com

Now through Feb. 29
“Cultural Connections: A Satellite Exhibit of The Art of Living Black 2008.” Exhibit features works in various media and a special tribute to Chauncey Bailey. Craft & Cultural Arts Gallery, State of California Office Building, 1515 Clay St., Oakland,
(510) 622-8190, (510) 238-7386, www.oaklandculturalarts.org

Now through Feb. 29
Huey P. Newton Photo Exhibit. Exhibit celebrates the achievements and influence of the charismatic co-founder of the Black Panther Party. Oakland Public Library, West Oakland Branch, 1801 Adeline St., (510) 238-7352, www.oaklandlibrary.org Now through April 15 “Educate to Liberate: The Schools of the Black Panther Party, 1969-1982” photo exhibit. Oakland Public Library, Main Branch, 125 14th St., second floor, (510) 238-3222, www.oaklandlibrary.org

Now through Feb. 29
The King Exhibit. The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch in the Black
Wall Street District in Oakland is one of few US living memorials
dedicated to the advancement of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr. Dr. King was the leader of this country’s greatest nonviolent
movement for justice, equality and peace. This exhibit is designed to
pay homage to Dr. King, view unique exhibits illustrating his life and
teachings. During the month long King exhibit you will find invaluable
resources to become informed about Dr. King and the ongoing efforts to
fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library 6833
International 12:00 Noon 5:30 pm  - Free

Now through Feb. 29
African American-Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame Exhibit  The aim of the
African American-Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame Exhibit is to broaden the
public’s general understanding of African American & Ethnic history and
the role of diversity and cultural tolerance in the growth of professional sports. Guice Christian Academy 6925 International Blvd. 10:00 am 2:00 pm  - Free

Wednesday, February 20
King Exhibit - In Celebration of Black History Month the Martin Luther
King, Library Branch in association with the Black Wall Street District
in Oakland. The exhibit is designed to pay homage to Dr. King, view
unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings. Visitors will find
invaluable resources to fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library -
6833 International - Black Wall Street District - 10:00 am 5:30 pm -
Free - www.blackwallstreet.org

Wednesday, Feb. 20, 3 p.m.
Berkeley Rep Target Story Builders Workshop. Children will learn the process of dramatizing traditional African American folk stories. Advance registration is required. Oakland Public Library, César E. Chávez Branch, 3301 East 12th St., Suite 271.
(510) 535-5620

Thursday, Feb. 21, 10:30 a.m.
Storytelling with Yolanda Rhodes. Oakland Public Library, Piedmont Ave. Branch,
160 41st St., (510) 597-5011, www.oaklandlibrary.org

Thursday, Feb. 21, 1 p.m.
Samba Samba Interactive Music Education with percussionist James Henry. Children of all ages (and their parents) are invited to learn to play a variety of percussion instruments. Oakland Public Library, Lakeview Branch, 550 El Embarcadero,
(510) 238-7344, www.oaklandlibrary.org

Thursday, Feb. 21, 1 p.m.
Storytelling with Yolanda Rhodes. Oakland Public Library, West Oakland Branch, 1801 Adeline St., (510) 238-7352

Thursday, Feb. 21, 5-8 p.m.
Performances by Mechelle LaChaux and Rodney Bell and conversations with the artists featured “Cultural Connections: A Satellite Exhibit of The Art of Living Black 2008.” Craft & Cultural Arts Gallery, State of California Office Building, 1515 Clay St., Oakland,
(510) 622-8190, (510) 238-7386, www.oaklandculturalarts.org

Friday, February 22
King Exhibit - In Celebration of Black History Month the Martin Luther
King, Library Branch in association with the Black Wall Street District
in Oakland. The exhibit is designed to pay homage to Dr. King, view
unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings. Visitors will find
invaluable
resources to fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library -
6833 International - Black Wall Street District - 12:00 Noon 5:30 pm -
Free - www.blackwallstreet.org

Friday, February 22
Black History Month Concert Series. A Betty Gadling Production. A drama
performed by the Allen temple youth department doing a portrayal of Slab
Town Convention. This is a dramatization of a convention meeting during
the early part of the 18th century. Allen Temple Baptist Church 8501
International Boulevard, Black Wall Street District 7:00 pm,
www.blackwallstreet.org

Friday, February 22
Black History Performances.  Black History Month Concert Series. A
Betty Gadling Production. A drama performed by the Allen temple youth
department doing a portrayal of Slab Town Convention. This is a
dramatization of a convention meeting during the early part of the 18th
century. Allen Temple Baptist Church 8501 International Boulevard, Black
Wall Street District TIME: 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 23
King Exhibit - In Celebration of Black History Month the Martin Luther
King, Library Branch in association with the Black Wall Street District
in Oakland. The exhibit is designed to pay homage to Dr. King, view
unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings. Visitors will find
invaluable resources to fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library -
6833 International - Black Wall Street District - 10:00 am 5:30 pm -
Free - www.blackwallstreet.org

Saturday, February 23
Kenpo Karate Tournament Haywood The Kenpo system is based on
knowledge, foundation, speed, power and accuracy. Kenpo Karate teaches
self-defense and self-control through three primary methods: basics,
katas and sparring (also known as kumite or freestyle). Basics focus on
various striking, blocking and kicking exercises that build foundation,
proper form and technique. Haywood Karate School 4430 International
11:00 am - Free

Workshop:  New Entrepreneurs Workshop. This Workshop will focus on the basics of business and tools for marketing strategies and technical
support. All new business owners should attend. 9101 International Blvd
1:00 pm 3:00 pm - Free

Saturday, February 23
Kenpo Karate Tournament - Haywood The Kenpo system is based on
knowledge, foundation, speed, power and accuracy. Kenpo Karate teaches
self-defense and self-control through three primary methods: basics,
katas and sparring (also known as kumite or freestyle). Basics focus on
various striking, blocking and kicking exercises that build foundation,
proper form and technique. Haywood Karate School 4430 International,
Black Wall Street District, 11:00 am - Free, www.blackwallstreet.org

Saturday, February 23
Business Workshop - This New Entrepreneurs Workshop will focus on the
basics of business and tools for marketing strategies and technical
support. All new business owners should attend. 9101 International Blvd,
Black Wall Street District, 1:00 pm 3:00 pm - Free, www.blackwallstreet.org

Sunday, Feb. 24, 1-4:30 p.m.
“African-American Rhythms On and Off the Canvas.” Spoken word and jazz by UpSurge Jazz Poetry Ensemble, drumming and storytelling by Children’s Cultural Connection, music by Tacuma King and students from Bay Youth Arts. Included with museum admission. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street (at 10th Street),
(510) 238-2200, www.museumca.org

Sunday, Feb. 24
A Black History Celebration his Celebration will include readings,
poetry, song and soulful per-formances. The focus of this event is the
history of the Black Church in America. New Life Church of God in Christ
4450 International 1:00 pm

Sunday, February 24
Black History Celebration - This Celebration will include readings,
poetry, song and soulful per-formances. The focus of this event is the
history of the Black Church in America. New Life Church of God in Christ
4450 International, Black Wall Street District, 1:00 pm,
www.blackwallstreet.org

Monday, February 25
King Exhibit - In Celebration of Black History Month the Martin Luther
King, Library Branch in association with the Black Wall Street District
in Oakland. The exhibit is designed to pay homage to Dr. King, view
unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings. Visitors will find
invaluable resources to fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library -
6833 International - Black Wall Street District - 11:30 am 7:00 pm -
Free - www.blackwallstreet.org

Monday, February 25
Book Signing - Tanya Holland, Author Martin Oakland’s “Culinary Diva”
Tanya Holland, Author of “New Soul Cooking: Updating a Cuisine Rich in
Flavor and Tradition Holland is a regular host of the Food Network’s
Melting Pot Soul Kitchen. lay’s Mesa Grill. Elmhurst Library, 1427 88th
Ave, Black Wall Street District 2:00 pm – Free, www.blackwallstreet.org

Monday, Feb. 25
Book Signing: Tanya Holland, Author Martin Oakland’s “Culinary Diva”
Tanya Holland, Author of “New Soul Cooking: Updating a Cuisine Rich in Flavor and Tradition Holland is a regular host of the Food Network’s
Melting Pot Soul Kitchen. lay’s Mesa Grill. Elmhurst Library 1427 88th Ave 2:00 pm – Free

Monday, Feb. 25, 10:30 a.m.
“The History of African American Migrant Women during World War II.” Panel discussion led by Gretchen Lemke-Santangelo, a member of the history department at St. Mary’s College. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street (at 10th Street),
(510) 238-2200, www.museumca.org

Monday, Feb. 25, 5:30-7 p.m.
New Soul Cooking with Tanya Holland, a chef, author and regular host of the Food Network’s “Melting Pot Soul Kitchen.” Holland will share tips and techniques to create healthy, mouth-watering soul food. Oakland Public Library, Elmhurst Branch,
1427 88th Ave., (510) 615-5869, www.oaklandlibrary.org

Monday, Feb. 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Civil Rights Tales. “Living history” performed by Stagebridge, the nation’s longest-running senior theater company. The stories will be followed by an open discussion. Oakland Public Library, Golden Gate Branch, 5606 San Pablo Ave.,
(510) 597-5023, www.oaklandlibrary.org

Tuesday, February 26
King Exhibit - In Celebration of Black History Month the Martin Luther
King, Library Branch in association with the Black Wall Street District
in Oakland. The exhibit is designed to pay homage to Dr. King, view
unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings. Visitors will find
invaluable resources to fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library -
6833 International - Black Wall Street District - 10:00 am 5:30 pm -
Free - www.blackwallstreet.org

Wednesday, February 27
King Exhibit - In Celebration of Black History Month the Martin Luther
King, Library Branch in association with the Black Wall Street District
in Oakland. The exhibit is designed to pay homage to Dr. King, view
unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings. Visitors will find
invaluable resources to fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library -
6833 International - Black Wall Street District - 10:00 am 5:30 pm -
Free - www.blackwallstreet.org

Wednesday, Feb. 27, 3 p.m.
Berkeley Rep Target Story Builders Workshop. Children will learn the process of dramatizing traditional African American folk stories. Advance registration is required. Oakland Public Library, Main Library, Children’s Room, 125 14th St., (510) 238-3615

Thursday, February 28
King Exhibit - In Celebration of Black History Month the Martin Luther
King, Library Branch in association with the Black Wall Street District
in Oakland. The exhibit is designed to pay homage to Dr. King, view
unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings. Visitors will find
invaluable resources to fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library -
6833 International - Black Wall Street District - 10:00 am 5:30 pm -
Free - www.blackwallstreet.org

Friday, February 29
King Exhibit - In Celebration of Black History Month the Martin Luther
King, Library Branch in association with the Black Wall Street District
in Oakland. The exhibit is designed to pay homage to Dr. King, view
unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings. Visitors will find
invaluable resources to fulfill his great dream. Martin Luther King Jr. Library -
6833 International - Black Wall Street District - 12:00 Noon 5:30 pm -
Free - www.blackwallstreet.org

Friday, Feb. 29, 10:30 a.m.
Samba Samba Interactive Music Education with percussionist James Henry. Children of all ages (and their parents) are invited to learn to play a variety of percussion instruments. Oakland Public Library, Temescal Branch, 5205 Telegraph Ave.,
(510) 597-5049, www.oaklandlibrary.org

Friday, Feb. 29, 6 p.m.
Presentation by Rabbi Michael Lerner, author of “The Left Hand of God: Taking Our Country Back from the Religious Right” and editor of the liberal Tikkun magazine. Reverend Michael Smith and several Bay Area authors will be present. African American Museum and Library at Oakland, 659 14th St.,
(510) 637-0200, www.oaklandlibrary.org