Village Of Vernon Hills: February Is Black History Month

Press release from Village of Vernon Hills:

February 2, 2022

As we mark Black History Month, we share a few resources for learning and celebrating:

The College of Lake County in conjunction with the Student Activities and Inclusion department is celebrating Black History Month with a free virtual viewing of the documentary For Love of Liberty: The Story of America's Black Patriots on February 3 and 10 at 2 p.m. Please register in advance for the CLC Documentary Viewing. 

The Lake County Forest Preserve District presents the 39th Profiles in Excellence – The Past, Present and Future of the Black Church, a virtual program planned for February 6. Tickets are free but you must register in advance. Learn more on the LCFPD event page.

The Cook Memorial Public Library has compiled a selection of recommended books for children, teens and adults.

Additional Resources

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