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\u2019s 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. <\/p>\n
Sunday, Feb. 22<\/p>\n
9:30 a.m. \u2013 11:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Harlem Cycle & The Harlem Method<\/a><\/p>\n 60 W 129th St<\/p>\n New York, NY 10027<\/p>\n 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\u2019s 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<\/a>. <\/p>\n Sunday, Feb. 22<\/p>\n 11:00 a.m. \u2013 3:00 p.m.<\/p>\n The New York Historical Museum<\/a><\/p>\n 170 Central Park W<\/p>\n New York, NY 10024<\/p>\n The New York Historical Museum is hosting a \u201cHomo Harlem\u201d 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\u2019s Spoonbread Too. The tour costs $50.00, and you can call (212) 862-2556 for more information. <\/p>\n Thursday, Feb. 26<\/p>\n 2:00 p.m. \u2013 5:00 p.m. <\/p>\n SIMCA Spot<\/a><\/p>\n 318 Rogers Ave<\/p>\n Brooklyn, NY 11225<\/p>\n Seeds in the Middle is hosting its first Mommy and Me party, \u201cBlack Maternal Health Baby Shower,\u201d 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<\/a>. 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<\/a> or Facebook @Seeds in the Middle<\/a> by Tuesday, Feb. 24, by 5 p.m. to confirm your attendance. <\/p>\n Thursday, Feb. 26<\/p>\n 8:00 p.m. \u2013 10:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Littlefield<\/a><\/p>\n 635 Sackett Street<\/p>\n Brooklyn, NY 11217<\/p>\n Haitian comedian Tanael Joachim, also known as TJ, will be doing a stand-up comedy show called \u201cThe Last Black History Month. Probably\u2026\u201d 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<\/a> and on Eventbrite<\/a>. <\/p>\n Friday, Feb. 27<\/p>\n 5:00 p.m. \u2013 7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n The Joseph Gabriel Foundation<\/a><\/p>\n 1280 5th Avenue<\/p>\n New York, NY 10029<\/p>\n 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<\/a> or Eventbrite<\/a>. <\/p>\n Friday, Feb. 27<\/p>\n 8:00 p.m. \u2013 10:00 p.m. 153-10 Jamaica Avenue<\/p>\n Jamaica, NY 11432<\/p>\n The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning is hosting \u201cA Weekend for West African Dance at JCAL: A Black History Month Presentation,\u201d 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<\/a>. <\/p>\n Saturday, Feb. 28<\/p>\n 8:00 pm. \u2013 10:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (JCAL)<\/a><\/p>\n 153-10 Jamaica Avenue<\/p>\n Jamaica, NY 11432<\/p>\n The second of a two-dance presentation, The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning is hosting \u201cA Weekend for West African Dance at JCAL: A Black History Month Presentation.\u201d 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<\/a>. <\/p>\n Saturday, Feb. 28<\/p>\n 1:00 p.m. \u2013 3:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Queens Botanical Garden<\/a><\/p>\n Visitors & Administration Building<\/p>\n 43-50 Main St<\/p>\n Flushing, NY 11355<\/p>\n 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<\/a>. <\/p>\n Saturday, Feb. 28<\/p>\n 3:00 p.m. \u2013 7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Slum Children<\/a><\/p>\n 475 East 57th Street<\/p>\n Brooklyn, NY, 11203<\/p>\n 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<\/a>. <\/p>\n Saturday, Feb. 28<\/p>\n 4:30 p.m. \u2013 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Cristo Rey New York High School Black Student Union<\/a><\/p>\n 112 East 106th Street<\/p>\n New York, NY 10029<\/p>\n Cristo Rey New York High School\u2019s Black Student Union is hosting a Black History Month Gala. Inspired by the BET show \u201c106 & Park,\u201d 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\u2019s 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<\/a>. <\/p>\n \u2014 Compiled by Tyra Watts<\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n
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