Learn & Celebrate Black History

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At the Library

Anne Arundel County Public Library celebrates Black history with various events at multiple branches. Activities include music and dance performances, movie screenings, book talks, and history presentations. Visit the library’s website at www.aacpl.net/blackhistory for a schedule of in-person and online offerings.

By Borrowing Books from AACPL 📚

Many books of African American authors, interest, history, and culture are available at the library. Visit https://www.aacpl.net/blackhistory to review AACPL’s Black History Month booklists for ideas.

At the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum

Sacred Spaces Exhibit

Now through December 30

Artist Jabari Jefferson “brings Maryland’s Black history to life through transformed discarded materials and digital technology.” The exhibit, Sacred Spaces, opened on February 8 and will run through December 30. The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum is located at 84 Franklin Street in downtown Annapolis, just off Church Circle.

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Director’s Message February 2025

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Great news — we welcomed seventeen new tutors ready to do good work in our communities this month!

Please check out all the resources we’re sharing to celebrate Black history or provide community support.

Happy Black History Month,

Jane

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Thank you!

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We are grateful to the Nora Roberts Foundation for supporting our adult tutoring programs with a 2024 grant. The Foundation’s contributions to our work over the years have helped hundreds of Anne … Read more

Adult Literacy Resources Jan. 2025

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Adult Literacy Resources and Activities January 2025

AACLC’s English Conversation Group in Eastport

tentatively scheduled for Friday, January 31, 5 pm – 7 pm
Seeds 4 Success office

The group is most suited to Spanish speakers, and space is limited to 15 people. The evening features a welcoming atmosphere, enjoyable conversation, games, and light refreshments. Literacy Council tutors or students should email Wendy if they plan to attend.

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Director’s Message January 2025

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We achieved so much in 2024 and are ready for another year of student success. Please see these posts for a brief recap of our fiscal year to date and highlights of all we accomplished in 2024.

Another AACLC student has succeeded in a career goal! William’s story is included in this post.

You may also want to review a report on new data about adult literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills in the U.S. The numbers are not encouraging — our work is more important than ever. A post about the report can be found here.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity throughout our annual membership campaign. We very much appreciate your support.

Happy New Year,

Jane

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