Make It Awkward Inclusivity Summit

February 1 – 3 | The Westin Edmonton | 10135-100 St . This three-day inclusivity summit is a unique opportunity geared towards informing and educating participants to become active “ ambassadors of change .” With a diverse line-up of speakers , this engaging event will offer different perspectives on daily social and humanrights challenges , and give steps we can all take towards creating a more equitable society . You have to buy your ticket in advance , but a free live-streaming option will also be available . miasummit . com

Black Arts Matter

February 8 – 18 | Arts Barns | 10330-84 Ave . Coming into its second annual instalment , Black Arts Matter is an 11-day multi-disciplinary art festival celebrating Edmonton ’ s Black

artists . As part of the Chinook Series ( pg 25 ), BAM poses itself as a

festival within a festival that highlights the magic in Black and Indigenous art .

This year ’ s theme , “ Solidarity through Art ,” seeks to create a conversation by building connections between art , culture , and the people within it . Whether you ’ re a fan of hip-hop or Afrobeats music and dance , an artwork aficionado , a theatre buff , or a poetry enthusiast , this eclectic festival promises to celebrate the richness and versatility of collaborative Black art in all its different forms ! chinookseries . ca

5 Artists 1 Love

February 10 | 7 pm | Allard Hall | MacEwan University | 11104-104 Ave . Take part in a one-night musical journey and discover how Black music has evolved over time from Africa to North America . This year ’ s event is a period piece titled “ One Night in Harlem ” that will explore the influential music and artistic expression spanning from 1922 to present day . The show , now in its 12th year , historically highlights sounds from jazz to reggae , gospel , and contemporary influences . This year ’ s diverse line-up will deliver nothing short of a refreshing musical expedition that looks at artistic expression from three key international venues : The Cotton Club , the Savoy Ballroom , and the Apollo Theater . 5artists1love . com

AfroQuiz 2018

February 24 | 12 pm | Citadel Theatre | 9828-101A Ave . Give your children a chance to have some fun and show off their trivia skills ! This Jeopardy ! -style event — hosted by the Council for Canadians of African and Caribbean Heritage ( CCACH )— provides children and youth an opportunity to learn Black peoples ’ contributions to both Canada and the world .

Entering its 26th iteration , this year ’ s theme , ” Immigration & Integration ,” will explore Edmonton ’ s diverse communities . The event is free and every child will receive a book for taking part ! ccach . org

Black History Month at the Metro

Throughout February | Garneau Theatre | 8712-109 St . Throughout February , Metro Cinema at the Garneau Theatre will bring back its annual curated line-up of Black films in commemoration of Black History Month . Come with friends or family , and expect a variety of films and documentaries that will educate you about history and celebrate the beauty of Blackness . Visit metrocinema . org for a complete list of films and show times . w

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