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February 1, 2023
From: City Of Charleston
PURE Theatre Presents:
Hangmen by Martin McDonagh
Now - February 4th at varying times
Cannon Street Arts Center
134 Cannon Street
Admission: $30+ (&fees)
It’s 1965, and execution by hanging has just been abolished in the United Kingdom. Naturally all of Oldham, Northern England, wants to know what Harry, the second-best hangman in the country, has to say about it. As the news breaks, Harry’s pub is overrun with locals and reporters looking for a quote, until a visitor arrives with a darker and more mysterious agenda. From the dark, comic writer of The Banshees of Inisherin, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, The Beauty Queen of Leenane, The Lieutenant of Inishmore, The Cripple of Inishmaan, The Lonesome West, In Bruges, and The Pillowman.
Colour of Music Festival
February 1st-4th at varying times
Varying venues
Admission: $16.38+
Since 2013, the Colour of Music Festival offers a musical kaleidoscope highlighting the impact and historical significance of black classical composers and performers on American and world culture. The Colour of Music Festival began with performances at various venues throughout historic Charleston, South Carolina and has grown to debut in cities across the country with artists from across the globe.
2023 TeenSpot Annual Black History Essay Contest
February 1st - March 1st during library hours
Hurd/St. Andrews Library
1735 N Woodmere Drive
Admission: Free
The 2023 Cynthia Graham Hurd/ St. Andrews Library TeenSpot Annual Black History Essay Contest has begun. This contest is open to all Charleston-area students in grades 6 through 12. One winner will be chosen from each level (middle school and high school) and will receive a trophy and a $50 Amazon Gift Card. Entries are due March 1, 2023. Winners will be notified on March 31, 2023.
Edisto Island Branch Celebrating Black History Through Music
February 1st-28th during library hours
Edisto Island Library
Trinity Episcopal Hall
1589 Highway 174
Admission: Free
Edisto Island Branch is celebrating Black History Month through music. Stop by the branch and pick up a bookmark with a list of some black musicians who have been a huge influence on American music. Perhaps this list of artitsts will help you discover some musicians you have never listened to. All of these artists' music is available through the Freegal App. Our staff is here and ready to show you how you can download free music through this free app that is offered by CCPL.
Black History Month Trivia
February 1st-28th from 9am to 8pm
Otranto Road Library
2261 Otranto Rd
Admission: Free
Throughout February test your knowledge by participating in daily trivia and be rewarded with a sweet treat at the Otranto Road Library.
Black History Month Opening Celebration
February 1st at 11am
Trident Technical College, Thornley Campus Student Center, Building 410, Rooms 212-216
7000 Rivers Avenue
Admission: Free
Join us Feb. 1 at 11:30 a.m. in the Thornley Campus Student Center (Bldg. 410/Rms. 212-216) as we begin Black History Month with our keynote speaker, Rev. Joseph Darby Jr. The 1st Vice President of NAACP Charleston Branch, Rev. Darby will discuss local NAACP efforts.
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