As Black History Month comes to an end, there are still events you can attend in New York City. From a baby shower focusing on Black women’s maternal health to a pop-up shop showcasing Black and Brown businesses and creatives, these are some of the many events you can attend in New York City this week to celebrate the end of Black History Month.
Sunday, Feb. 22
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Harlem Cycle & The Harlem Method
60 W 129th St
New York, NY 10027
The Harlem Cycle and The Harlem Method are teaming up to host a Harlem Black History Month Fitness Crawl at The Harlem Method. The fitness crawl will push your limits, leaving you feeling stronger. There will be a 45-minute cycling session at Harlem Cycle’s state-of-the-art indoor cycling studio and a 45-minute full-body conditioning session at The Harlem Method. There will also be welcome bags for each participant with a special surprise from Lululemon. You can purchase tickets on Eventbrite.
Sunday, Feb. 22
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The New York Historical Museum
170 Central Park W
New York, NY 10024
The New York Historical Museum is hosting a “Homo Harlem” tour in conjunction with the Gay Harlem Renaissance exhibit, led by historian Michael Henry Adams. The exhibit showcases the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s. At half past 1 p.m., there will be a Southern fried lunch at Miss Mamie’s Spoonbread Too. The tour costs $50.00, and you can call (212) 862-2556 for more information.
Thursday, Feb. 26
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
318 Rogers Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11225
Seeds in the Middle is hosting its first Mommy and Me party, “Black Maternal Health Baby Shower,” for pregnant women and mothers of babies up to one year old. It is a heart-healthy workshop that focuses on listening to Black women about what they need to have healthy pregnancies and the first year after their baby is born, and learning how to keep their hearts healthy and avoid diabetes. The workshop is providing free diapers, baby items, fresh bags, healthy food, and more. Tickets can be purchased via monetary donation on Eventbrite. After getting the tickets, you must contact Seeds in the Middle via email at info@seedsinthemiddle.org, text 862-701-3858, or message on Instagram @seedsinthemiddle or Facebook @Seeds in the Middle by Tuesday, Feb. 24, by 5 p.m. to confirm your attendance.
Thursday, Feb. 26
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
635 Sackett Street
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Haitian comedian Tanael Joachim, also known as TJ, will be doing a stand-up comedy show called “The Last Black History Month. Probably…” at the Littlefield venue in Brooklyn. The comedy show will give audiences temporary relief from the current state of the world while also contemplating the possibility of the last Black History Month in the United States of America through jokes and laughter. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m., and you must be at least 21 years old to attend. Tickets are available at the Littlefield website and on Eventbrite.
Friday, Feb. 27
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
1280 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10029
The Joseph Gabriel Foundation is hosting a Youth Violence Prevention Forum at The Africa Center. The forum will bring together leaders, educators, advocates, youth, and families to address the challenges affecting Black and Brown youth and discuss solutions to solve these issues. The event will feature guest speakers, youth performances, and community vendors, celebrating the past, empowering the present, and protecting the future. The event is free and open to the public. You can get your tickets on the Joseph Gabriel Foundation website or Eventbrite.
Friday, Feb. 27
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (JCAL)
153-10 Jamaica Avenue
Jamaica, NY 11432
The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning is hosting “A Weekend for West African Dance at JCAL: A Black History Month Presentation,” a two-dance presentation. It is a vibrant celebration of West African dance. The Kofago Dance Ensemble will be the first dance presentation, focusing on healing and ritual through the performing arts. Tickets are available to purchase on Eventbrite.
Saturday, Feb. 28
8:00 pm. – 10:00 p.m.
Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (JCAL)
153-10 Jamaica Avenue
Jamaica, NY 11432
The second of a two-dance presentation, The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning is hosting “A Weekend for West African Dance at JCAL: A Black History Month Presentation.” FANIKE! African Dance Troupe will be the second dance presentation, as the African dance company focuses on the dance, rhythm, history, and growing culture tied to the African movement. Tickets are available to purchase on Eventbrite.
Saturday, Feb. 28
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Visitors & Administration Building
43-50 Main St
Flushing, NY 11355
The Queens Botanical Garden is hosting a community open mic night, hosted by Audrey Dove and Jordan Knoxx. It is open to all who like to share a 5-minute performance or come to watch. You can purchase tickets via a monetary donation ($5-10 is suggested by The Queens Botanical Garden) on Eventbrite.
Saturday, Feb. 28
3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
475 East 57th Street
Brooklyn, NY, 11203
The Slum Children are hosting their Black and Brown Pop-Up shop, a community-driven event to highlight Black and Brown businesses and creatives, and give back to the community. The event, curated by Isaiah Keaton, will have clothes, food, hair products, live jazz music, and more from all over New York City. The goal is to build relationships, collaboration, and long-term growth. The pop-up shop is free and open to the public. You can reserve your spot on Eventbrite.
Saturday, Feb. 28
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Cristo Rey New York High School Black Student Union
112 East 106th Street
New York, NY 10029
Cristo Rey New York High School’s Black Student Union is hosting a Black History Month Gala. Inspired by the BET show “106 & Park,” the gala will showcase the influence of Black music, performance, and style of the 2000s. It will also shed light on the talent and leadership of Cristo Rey New York High School’s students. The gala will feature live performances and student hosts that display the past, present, and future of Black media. Tickets are on sale and available on Eventbrite.
— Compiled by Tyra Watts
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