On Saturday, February 21, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., the George Memorial Library in Richmond will host a Black History Month Celebration.
At 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Area, author Sanyu Ntanda will have a book reading and a craft activity. Sanyu is a Ugandan-American children’s book author based in Houston. She draws inspiration for her children’s books from her formative years spent in both Ghana and Uganda. Her debut children’s book, Jama and the Search for Courage (for ages 4-8 years), was published in February 2025. She is also the author of Riding With Mama (for ages 4 years and below) and the Jama and Family Coloring & Activity Book (for ages 3-9 years).
At 10:30 a.m. in the Computer Lab, genealogist lecturer Ari Wilkins will offer a Family-History Research presentation: Scaling the 1870 Brick Wall in African American Research. For many, researching before 1870 is a hurdle in African American research. Learn about sources and strategies to trace ancestors back into the Antebellum Era. Seating is limited for this program, so registration is required…