A Century of Black Commemorations

This year, 2026, marks 100 years of celebrating Black History. In 1925, Dr. Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) established Negro History Week. This provided a platform to highlight Black people’s contributions throughout history, their influence on modern culture, and a reflection of how the Black community is viewed in society. In 1986, February was declared Black History Month by Congress. For this 100th year celebration, the ASNLH encourages you to explore the impact of Black history, community, and culture on our modern world. Throughout February, Yolo County Library branches will have a word search for children and a free bookmark for everyone to celebrate Black History, while supplies last.

Saturday, February 7 at 2:00 p.m.

Join us today, Saturday, February 7th, as Yolo County Library and our local Asian communities celebrate Lunar New Year with performances from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Davis Veterans Memorial Center, located at 203 E. 14th Street, Davis, next door to the Stephens-Davis Branch Library.

 

The event will begin with dragon and lion dances, followed by folk dances, live music, ballet, and martial arts. Each attendee will receive a traditional red envelope containing a drawing for free prizes generously donated by local businesses and organizations.

 

The event is free to attend, and no reservation is required. The program is sponsored and supported by the City of Davis Arts and Cultural Affairs Fund and the Friends of the Davis Public Library. For more information, visit the Library’s website at www.YoloCountyLibrary.org or connect with the Library on Facebook and Instagram at @yolocountylibrary.

By Richard Rothstein

By Marjane Satrapi

By Matt Dinniman

By Adib Khorram

Yolo County Library is partnering with UC Davis Students in VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) and United Way California Capital Region to offer free tax assistance to individuals and families with a household income of $68,000 of less. Dial 2-1-1, 1-855-866-1783 or (530) 392-4182 for more information or to schedule an appointment at the location nearest you. Appointments are available in English and Spanish.

Use your artistic talents to empower your peers to get out and vote! Join YCL and the League of Women Voters as we host a county-wide student design contest focused on voter participation. The contest is open for high school students ages 16 and up. Applications and rules will be available starting on February 13th. For contest details, head to lwvyolo.org/student-art-contest-voter-empowerment.

Join Professor Ahman Awaad Hussein and learn about the Grand Egyptian Museum, the world’s largest archaeological museum including the Tutankhamun collection.

Express your love for your favorite musicians or make a gift for a friend! You'll walk away from this super easy and quick craft with a lasting token of your sweet music taste in the form of these mini CD case trinkets. All supplies, decorations, and snacks are provided for free! Just have your favorite tunes in mind and we'll show you the rest.

Using a multigenerational narrative, Professor Atuahene tells a riveting tale about racist policies, how they take root, why they flourish and who profits.

Join us each Saturday for a different craft or activity. This is a drop-in opportunity to try something new! Supplies will be provided, just bring your creative spirit. Examples of activities include collages, clay art, melty beads, legos, and paper folding.