We're celebrating Black History Month with a series of educational and engaging events! Events are FREE and open to members and non-members of all ages. Registration is not required.
Event series:
The first event of our series is a workshop that will focus on West Philadelphia First.
Where:
Join us in the Community Family Room at the West Philadelphia YMCA.
When:
This workshop runs from 4 - 6 PM on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Join us for Black History trivia and a free book giveaway!
Where:
This event will be set up in the lobby of the West Philadelphia YMCA.
When:
Join us from 2 - 5 PM on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Our final event of the series is our main event! We're celebrating Black History in West Philadelphia with a local businesses, community partners, giveaways, refreshments, and more!
We'll highlight influential people like:
- Paul L. Robeson
- Theresa Shockley
- Lucien E. Blackwell
- Vernoca Michael
- Shirly Randolph
- Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman
And we will welcome local partners including:
- HopePhil
- Free Library of Philadelphia
- Seed School
- BCDI
- Paul Robeson House
- WePac
- ParentChild
- Urbn Seek
- West Philadelphia Reading Captains
- Global Citizens
Where:
Join us in the gymnasium at the West Philadelphia YMCA.
When:
This celebration runs from 4 - 7 PM on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Where:
All events take place at the West Philadelphia YMCA.
When:
Join us each Wednesday in February for an event!
For more info:
Please stop by the Front Desk during your next visit for more info.