KGMI’s Dianna Hawryluk and Adam Smith talk about music, books and local events happening in commemoration of Black History Month. You can find links to it all below.
Music –
Zeal & Ardor – Band formed by African American/Swiss artist Manuel Gagneux blending the tradition of spirituals and extreme metal.
Meet Me at the Altar – Pop-punk band making waves. Catch them at The Crocodile in Seattle on Saturday, February 19th.
Events –
WWU is hosting Black History Month events throughout February, 2022.
Black in Bellingham: Our Story Our Voices – Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 22 – 23, 2022
The Works of Omar Thomas – Presented by WWU Wind Symphony – Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 – 7:30 p.m.
Books –
Great selection of African American history books at Henderson Books
Ta-Nehisi Coates -We Were Eight Years in Power: An American Tragedy – Available online or at the Barnes and Noble on the Guide.