City Of West Palm Beach To Observe Women’s History Month In March

From City of West Palm Beach:

February 16, 2021

The City of West Palm Beach will observe Women’s History Month in March. The month celebrates the contributions that women have made to our history in their struggles for social, economic, and political equality and deepens our understanding of our nation’s and our city’s history. At the March 8, 2021 City Commission meeting, Mayor Keith A. James will issue a special proclamation declaring the month Women’s History Month, and the City will host a series of events.

The City of West Pam Beach will observe the month with a series of FREE events. The Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach offers these programs for adults and children:

• Women of To-Morrow: The Social Activism of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Ellen Glasgow
  Thursday, March 4
  6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
  Live on Zoom
  FREE

Join Ashley Lear from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as she discusses the literary friendship of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Ellen Glasgow. Ashley Lear draws upon research from her book, “The Remarkable Kinship of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Ellen Glasgow” to describe the ways in which both women addressed systemic social issues through their literature and their literary reputations. The presentation examines their roles in women’s suffrage, race relations in America, socio-economic class issues, and their dedication to environmentalism and animal rights. No registration required. Visit the library’s online calendar for the Zoom link. For more information, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7701.

• Equity in the Digital Gaming World
  Tuesday, March 9
  6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
  Live on Zoom
  FREE

Join Dr. Kishonna Grey from the University of Illinois at Chicago as she discusses equality and equity in the digital gaming world. Dr. Gray is an assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Gender and Women’s Studies. No registration required. Visit the library’s online calendar for the Zoom link. For more information, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7701.

• TCM: Thursday Classic Movie
  Thursday, March 11 & 25
  10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  Auditorium, 3rd Floor
  Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis Street
  FREE

Join us for a new movie program every second and fourth Thursday of the month featuring classic movies. This month enjoy the 1957 movie “Desk Set” starring Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy on March 11. On March 25, enjoy 1987’s “Baby Boom” starring Diane Keaton and Sam Shepard. Registration is required and limited to 17 people. For more information or to register, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7701.

• Saturday with the Silver Screen
  Saturday, March 13
  10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  Auditorium, 3rd Floor
  Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis Street
  FREE

Enjoy popular movies that you might have missed. March’s movie is “Hidden Figures.” This 2016 film stars Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae, and Kevin Costner and tells the story of the team of female African American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. Registration is required and limited to 17 people. For more information or to register, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7701.

• Plena Combativa Musical Performance
  Sunday, March 14
  2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  Auditorium, 3rd Floor and Live on Zoom
  Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis Street
  FREE

The all-female Plena Combativa band is fighting sexism with every performance in this traditionally male-dominated Puerto Rican folk genre. Enjoy their repertoire of reinvented classics and original compositions live on Zoom directly from San Juan, Puerto Rico. The program will be presented in Spanish and English. To view the concert in the library auditorium, registration is required and limited to 17 people. To view from home, no registration required. Visit the library’s online calendar for the Zoom link. This performance is dedicated to Ada Briñas, Friend of the Mandel Public Library. Attendees are invited to stop by the library and pick up a lapel ribbon to wear in her memory at the performance. In addition, on Saturday, March 13, pick up a sweet from Napoleon Bakery along with a lapel ribbon from the Customer Service desk from 9:30 AM while supplies last. For more information, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7701.

• Music Showcase: Duo Beaux Arts Presents: Catherine Lan
  Saturday, March 27
  2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  Live on Zoom
  FREE

Join Duo Beaux Arts as they host a piano recital with Catherine Lan. This program will be performed live on Zoom where you can enjoy the music from the comforts of your home. No registration required. Visit the library’s online calendar for the Zoom link. For more information, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7701.

• Jane Austen Society: Jane Austen and Aging
  Saturday, March 27
  2:00 – 3:30 PM
  Auditorium, 3rd Floor
  Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis Street
  FREE

What was aging like in Jane Austen’s Regency England? An old maid by 28, an average life expectancy of 40, high infancy mortality rates.... and more. Join the Jane Austen Society as they discuss this topic and Austen’s older characters in her novels. Registration is required and limited to 17 people. For more information or to register, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7701.

• VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON: Tech Lab Celebrates Women’s History Month
  Thursday, March 18
  4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  Auditorium, 3rd Floor & Live on Zoom
  Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis Street
  FREE

For kids in grades K-5. Nurture problem-solving skills, logic, and creativity with Hour of Code, while learning about notable women in STEM throughout history. All skill levels are welcome. Registration is required and limited to 5 children in-person. Registration and an active email address are required for virtual participation. Registrants will receive a Zoom link by email one hour before the start of the event. For more information, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7703.

• Teen STEM Workshop Celebrates Women’s History Month
  Thursday, March 18
  2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
  TeenSource, 2nd floor
  Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis Street
  FREE

Teens and tweens are invited to strengthen their coding and technology skills through STEM-based activities. Tinker with Sphero, SnapCircuits, KiwiCo kits, and more while learning about notable women in STEM throughout history. Participants will receive a STEM kit to take home and keep. Registration is required and limited to 6 people. For more information or to register, visit wpbcitylibrary.org or call (561) 868-7703.

This press release was produced by the City of West Palm Beach. The views expressed are the author's own.