How to Celebrate Black History Month in Sarasota

From Sarasota Magazine.com, January 28, 2022

Two of the events listed in Sarasota Magazine take place at New College of Florida.   Click here to see the full schedule of events.

New Schools of Black Thought Black History Month Symposium: “Reclaiming Wellness”

3-8:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 19, Mildred Sainer Pavilion, New College of Florida

This symposium brings artists, activists and academics together to discuss Black life. Given the disproportionate impact that Covid-19 has had on Black communities and systemic racism’s effects on the health outcomes of Black people, the focus is on health, wellness and healing. A full day of discussions, lectures and activities include yoga, painting, creative writing, health screenings, film screenings and vendor booths selling and giving out free wellness products. Admission is free. Click here to register. (For a complete list of Black History Month events at New College of Florida, click here.)

Sur La Bay: A Festival of Music from the African Diaspora

7-10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, College Hall, New College of Florida