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Acres Homes 8501 West Montgomery, 77088 | 832-393-1700M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

BrAcewell 9002 Kingspoint Dr., 77089 | 832-393-2580M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

cArnegie1050 Quitman, 77009 | 832-393-1720M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

centrAl liBrAry500 McKinney, 77002 | 832-393-1313M 10-8 | T 10-8 | W 10-8 | Th 10-8 | Sa 10-5 | Su 1-5

cleAr lAke city–coUnty FreemAn memoriAl16616 Diana Lane, 77062 | 281-488-1906

collier regionAl 6200 Pinemont, 77092 | 832-393-1740M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8 | F 10-6 | Sa 10-5

Dixon 8002 Hirsch, 77016 | 832-393-1760M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

FiFtH wArD 4014 Market, 77020 | 832-393-1770 M 2-6 | T 2-6 | W 2-6 | Th 2-6 | F 2-6

Flores 110 North Milby, 77003 | 832-393-1780M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

FrAnk 10103 Fondren, Brays Oaks Towers Building, 77096832-393-2410 M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

FreeD-montrose 4100 Montrose, 77006 | 832-393-1800M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

HeigHts 1302 Heights Blvd, 77008 | 832-393-1810M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

Henington-AlieF regionAl 7979 South Kirkwood, 77072 | 832-393-1820M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8 | F 10-6 | Sa 10-5

HillenDAHl 2436 Gessner Rd, 77080 | 832-393-1940M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

JoHnson 3517 Reed Rd., 77051 | 832-393-2550M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

JUngmAn5830 Westheimer, 77057 | 832-393-1860M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

kenDAll 609 N. Eldridge, 77079 | 832-393-1880M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8 | F 10-6 | Sa 10-5

lAkewooD 8815 Feland Street, 77028 | 832-393-2530M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

looscAn 2510 Willowick, 77027 | 832-393-1900M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

mAncUso 6767 Bellfort, 77087 | 832-393-1920M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

mccrAne-kAsHmere gArDens 5411 Pardee St., 77026 | 832-393-2450M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

mcgoVern–stellA link7405 Stella Link, 77025 | 832-393-2630 M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8 | F 10-6 | Sa 10-5

melcHer M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-67200 Keller, 77012 | 832-393-2480

meyer 5005 West Bellfort, 77035 | 832-393-1840M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

mooDy 9525 Irvington, 77076 | 832-393-1950M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

oAk Forest closeD For renoVAtion1349 West 43rd Street, 77018| 832-393-1960

PArent resoUrce liBrArytHe cHilDren’s mUseUm oF HoUston 1500 Binz, 77004 | 713-535-7264 T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8| F 910-6| Sa 10-6 | Su 12-6Family Free Night—Th 5-8

PArk PlAce regionAl 8145 Park Place Blvd., 77017 | 832-393-1970M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8 | F 10-6 | Sa 10-5

PleAsAntVille 1520 Gellhorn, 77029 | 832-393-2330M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

ring 8835 Long Point, 77055 | 832-393-2000M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

roBinson-westcHAse 3223 Wilcrest, 77042 | 832-393-2011M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

scenic wooDs regionAl 10677 Homestead, 77016 | 832-393-2030M 10-8 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 10-8 | F 10-6 | Sa 10-5

smitH 3624 Scott St., 77004 | 832-393-2050M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

stAnAker 611 S/Sgt. Macario Garcia, 77011 | 832-393-2080M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

stimley-BlUe riDge 7007 West Fuqua, 77489 | 832-393-2370M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

tUttle 702 Kress, 77020 | 832-393-2100M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

Vinson (+ HPl exPress) 3810 West Fuqua, 77045| 832-393-2120 M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

wAlter 7660 Clarewood, 77036 | 832-393-2500M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

yoUng 5260 Griggs Road, Palm Center 77021| 832-393-2140M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

HPl exPress locAtionsHPl exPress soUtHwest6400 High Star, 77074 | 832-393-2660M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

HPl exPress DiscoVery green 1500 McKinney, #R2 77010 | 832-393-1375W 11-5 | Th 11-5 | F 11-5| Sa 11-5 | Su 1-5

FrAnk 10103 Fondren, Brays Oaks Towers Building, 77096 832-393-2410 M 11-7 | T 10-6 | W 10-6 | Th 11-7 | F 10-6

sPeciAl collectionstHe AFricAn AmericAn liBrAry At tHe gregory scHool1300 Victor Street, 77019 | 832-393-1440M 10-6 | T 10-6 | W 10-8 | Th 10-6 | Sa 10-5

HoUston metroPolitAn reseArcH center, locAteD in tHe JUliA iDeson BUilDing500 McKinney, 77002 | 832-393-1313M 10-6 | T 10-6 | W 10-8 | Th 10-6 | Sa 10-5

clAyton liBrAry center For geneAlogicAl reseArcH5300 Caroline, 77004 | 832-393-2600 T 10-6 | W 10-8 | Th 10-6 | | F 10-5 | Sa 10-5

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If you have a special physical or communication need that may impact your participation in any of these activities, please contact the branch staff prior to the program to discuss accommodations. We cannot ensure the availability of appropriate accommodations without prior notification of need.

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These programs have been funded by a Loan Star Libraries Grant, authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Houston Public Library. For more

information on African American History Month events at Houston Public Library locations, please visit our web site: www.houstonlibrary.org/aahm

exhibitsshall we gather: the gregory school

celebrates 140 years

Now until February 18, 2011The African American Library at the Gregory School 1300 Victor Street , 77019 | 832-393-1440

The exhibition shall we Gather: The Gregory school Celebrates 140 Years examines the unique history of the Gregory School while interacting with works from the African American Library at the Gregory School’s archival collection.

On July 1, 1869 Joseph Welch, Texas Superintendent of Education, wrote Oliver O. Howard, Commissioner of the Freedmen’s Bureau, in Washington, D.C. asking for approval of a contract to construct a schoolhouse in Houston for black residents. When the City of Houston finally instituted free public schools for white and black children by the early 1870s, the Gregory School became “the first colored institution.”

The school stood as a tangible achievement of black postwar efforts to secure their right to an education. To blacks throughout the Fourth Ward, the Gregory School (Institute) reminded them of their community’s strength in overcoming hardships that blacks faced in post war years. One hundred and forty years later, the Gregory School has been converted into a special collections library, operated by the Houston Public Library, which stands as a monument to all Houstonians.

life speaks Quietly: Photography of carlyle thompsonNow until February 28, 2011Central Library | First Floor Gallery | 500 McKinney, 77002 | 832-393-1313

This exhibit features images from Thompson’s first published book, africa: a Photographic safari, chronicling his daily journeys while visiting the continent.

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, photographer Carlyle Thompson began documenting Africa in 2006, when he travelled for the first time to the country of Kenya, in east Africa. Canvassing the country’s red soils, Thompson was able to capture stunning images of the natural world of the Laikipia Masia and Samburu people.

In 2008, Thompson returned to Africa, where he spent much of his time in the formerly war-torn nation of Rwanda. While in the capital city of Kigali, Thompson photographed the Hotel Des Mille Colines, focus of the story of the Rwandan genocide in the movie, Hotel Rwanda.

Thompson’s work represents a lifelong dream to travel to Africa that began when he was a teenager. When he is not behind the camera, Thompson resides in the Acres Homes community in northwest Houston and works as a lab technician. A committed Christian, he is actively involved in his church, St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church. He also volunteers his time, speaking about his work and travels to local public school students. For more information about Carlyle Thompson and his photography, please visit: http://crthompson.com.

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Celebrating African American History Month. Linking YOU to...Storytelling, performances, exhibits and authors.

cassandra tyson: sassyJazz DivasThis finalist for “Showtime at the Apollo” and NBC’s “Gimme the Mic” shares a program honoring Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughn. Cassandra’s melodious voice chronicles the vocal stylings of these ladies of jazz while telling the stories of their rise to stardom. Tuesday, February 1 | 4 PM | Stimley-Blue Ridge Wednesday, February 9 | 10 AM | Scenic Woods Thursday, February 10 | 4 PM | Tuttle

J xavier: Jazz rapJ Xavier fuses rap and hip-hop with poetry to create the unique sound of “jazz rap.” Monday, February 7 | 4 PM | Dixon Tuesday, February 8 | 4 PM | Jungman

shinar: steel Pan music & magicShinar is the only known performer that simultaneously sings and accompanies himself on steel drums using six mallets. An avant-garde musical and portrait artist, he weaves a tale of beautiful music and magic for the young and the young at heart.Tuesday, February 1 |10:30 AM | JungmanWednesday, February 9 | 11:30 AM | Pleasantville

sneed: Plantation spiritualsCynthia K. Smith, gospel singer and composer shares the music of the American slaves while telling the story of how that music was used to help runaways find freedom. Thursday, February 10 | 4 PM | Smith Wednesday, February 23 | 4 PM | Frank

tony Henry: talkin’ to your soul JazzTony is a poet who sings. Capturing the likes of Sam Cook, Bob Marley and Michael Jackson, Tony employs his own style to fit his presence and personality.Tuesday, February 1 | 4:40 PM | McCrane-Kashmere

Fanci Dancer & mr. smooth: swingout & 2-stepExperience the rediscovered art of American dance with these two avid performers and instructors. Thursday, February 3 | 4 PM | Acres Homes

Jabo: ZydecoBluesJABO, the “Texas Prince of Zydeco,” shares the magic of the accordion and offers samples of “ZydeBlues” – a mixture of zydeco and blues.Thursday, February 3 | 5:30 PM | Jungman

terry Parker: classic Jazz & PopTerry Parker mesmerizes audiences with his silky smooth renditions of the music of the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, including some of the world greatest legends: Nat King Cole, Sam Cooke, Jackie Wilson, Little Anthony, The Platters, and Smokie Robinson. Monday, February 7 | 4 PM | Acres Homes

kijana: the griotAs “The Griot,” Kijana takes you on a time trip to the dawn of time – portraying an African maiden whose job it is to teach them to sing and dance with her the music of a South African Xhosa “click” song for a wedding they will all be attending. She then takes them to America, singing gospel then closing with the music of 20th century jazz ladies. Saturday, February 12 | 1 PM | HPL Express Discovery Green

Abubakr kouyateAbubakr Kouyate is a West African storyteller and master drummer who will delight audiences of all ages.Saturday, February 12 | 1 PM | Scenic Woods

For the most up-to-date information on these events, please visit www.houstonlibrary.org/aahm

Author PresentationsMichael G. Long, Author of Marshalling Justice: The Early Civil Rights Letters of Thurgood MarshallSaturday, February 12 | 2 PM | CentralJoin us for a special visit from author Michael G. Long, who will discuss and sign copies of his latest book, Marshalling Justice: The Early Civil Rights Letters of Thurgood Marshall.

Michael G. Long is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Peace and Conflict studies at Elizabethtown College and is the author

or editor of several books on civil rights, religion, and politics in midcentury America, including First Class Citizenship: The Civil Rights Letters of Jackie Robinson and Billy Graham and the Beloved Community: America’s Evangelist and the Dream of Martin Luther King, Jr. He holds a Ph.D. from Emory University in Atlanta and resides in Highland , PA.

An Evening with Cydney RaxThursday, February 17 | 5:30 PM | Mancuso Join us for a special visit from author Cydney Rax, who will discuss and sign copies of her latest book, Brothers and wives.

Cydney Rax is the author of My Daughter’s Boyfriend and My Husband’s Girlfriend. Born and raised in Detroit, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Michigan University. Cydney is also an author promoter and her reviews have appeared on numerous books.

An Evening with ReShonda Tate BillingsleyMonday, February 28 | 5:30 PM | Vinson Join us for a special visit from local author ReShonda Tate Billingsley, who will discuss and sign copies of her work, including her latest book in the Good Girlz series for teens, Drama Queens, and her latest book for adults, Holy Rollers.

ReShonda Tate Billingsley is the national bestselling author of 20 titles (Eight adult novels, eight teen novels, one non-fiction, two anthologies, and one poetry book). Her sophomore novel, Let the Church say amen,

is being made into a movie, of which she is Executive Producer and actress Regina King is the director.

An Evening with Dolen Perkins-ValdezThursday, February 24 | 5:30 PM | SmithJoin us for a special visit from author Dolen Perkins Valdez who will discuss and sign copies of her debut novel, Wench.

Dolen Perkins-Valdez’s fiction and essays have appeared in Robert Olen Butler Prize Stories 2009 , The Kenyon Review , PMS: PoemMemoirStory, North Carolina Literary Review , and the Richard Wright Newsletter . She is a former University of California postdoctoral fellow and graduate of Harvard. Dolen lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family.

About African American History monthHarvard-trained historian Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1915 and Negro History Week in 1926 to promote research and awareness of contributions by people of African descent. In 1976, fifty years after the first celebration, the Association’s celebration was expanded to become Black History Month. Woodson originally chose the week in February which included the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln

and Frederick Douglass, reflecting his belief that the history of African Americans was American history. The Association, now known as the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, honors Woodson with this year’s theme, “African Americans and the Civil War.” For more information, go to the Association’s website, www.asalh.org.

PerformancesAn express children’s theater presents Freedom train

Inspiring tale of a family’s journey to freedom along the Underground Railroad through Texas into Mexico. This story of bravery and determination tells a bit of little known Texas history. A celebration of freedom set to rhythmic music. An African American History Month favorite that will delight all ages. Written by Celeste Bedford Walker. Tuesday, February 1 | 10:30 AM | JohnsonWednesday, February 9 | 10:30 AM | SmithTuesday, February 15 | 4 PM | Blue-Ridge Tuesday, February 22 | 10:30 AM | Acres Homes

Puppet Pizzazz – African talesTuesday, February 1 | 10:30 AM | MontroseWednesday, February 2 | 10:30 AM | McCrane-KashmereThursday, February 3 | 2 PM | Park PlaceMonday, February 7 | 4 PM | MelcherTuesday, February 8 | 4 PM | MancusoWednesday, February 9 | 10:30 AM | DixonTuesday, February 15 | 4 PM | HillendahlWednesday, February 16 | 11:15 AM | PleasantvilleThursday, February 17 | 4 PM | TuttleFriday, February 18 | 9 AM | Fifth WardMonday, February 21| 4 PM | YoungTuesday, February 22 | 10:30 AM | JungmanTuesday, February 22 | 3:30 PM | Ring

Baba Alafia: the musical \storytimeAlafia Gaidi, lead percussionist and singer for the award-winning group D.R.U.M., incorporates stories and games involving African drums and various percussive instruments of Africa. Tuesday, February 8 | 10:15 AM | VinsonWednesday, February 9 | 10:30 AM | Meyer Wednesday, February 9 | 4 PM | Frank Tuesday, February 15 | 10:30 AM | LakewoodWednesday, February 16 | 10:30 AM | CollierSaturday, February 19 | 3 PM | AliefWednesday, February 23 | 11:30 AM | Pleasantville

Enjoy a month of programs to celebrate the history and achievements of African Americans. Learn about the culture through stories, authors and exhibits. These programs are free and open to the public.