CNC and the Prince George African Heritage Society are teaming up to present a number of events during the 13th annual Black History Month Celebration in February.
The events are a way of educating the community about Black History Month by inviting guest speakers to talk about their experiences, contributions and some aspects of Black History.
"Events such as these are important to the community because they help bring people together from different cultures and beliefs and show people the diversity of the community," said Black History Month organizer and CNC instructor George Kaweesi. "We are very excited about this event because it reminds us of how far we've come as a people and as a culture."
The main event, a dinner, fashion show and dance is set for Saturday, Feb. 19 at CNC.
Dinner starts at 6 p.m. and the fashion show runs from 8:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada policy and international research director Jean Saint-Vil (Jafrikayiti) will give a keynote speech.
Tickets are $15 for adults, $7.50 for children six to 12 years old, and admission is free for children five years old and under. Tickets are available at African Caf, Books & Company, CNC Bookstore and UNBC Bookstore.
Several other events are scheduled, starting this Friday at CNC's atrium, immediately after Coldsnap Festival's Come in From the Cold free workshop - Sharing Experience Connecting Worlds, featuring Tom Landa of The Paperboys, Donne Roberts and Neda Jalali. It runs from 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
An evening of song will be held on Saturday, Feb. 5 at First Baptist Church, 483 Gillette St. $10 Admission at 7 p.m.
Featuring Maureen Washington, Bob Hanson, the Resurrection Good News Band, Cliff Raphael and others. Admission is free for children under 12 years old.
A movie night is set for Saturday, Feb. 12 at CNC, room 1-306, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Admission is free.
And three cooking classes are set for the African Caf at 1645-15 Ave. (across from Value Village) on Feb. 8, 15 and 22, all Tuesdays and all a 7 p.m. start. Admission is $12 and for more information call 250-561-1212.
