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December 2025
Kwanzakkah Celebration of Light, Love, & LiberationThis is a joyful commUNITY gathering honoring resilience, hope, collective responsibility, courage, peace, and freedom.
This celebration embraces the values of unity, purpose, creativity, self-determination, and love while uplifting the beauty of light as a symbol of liberation and belonging. This free public event welcomes people of all backgrounds.
Bring your light, your story, and your joy as we celebrate commUNITY and diversity. Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and light the way for collective liberation. RSVP required due to limited space
This celebration embraces the values of unity, purpose, creativity, self-determination, and love while uplifting the beauty of light as a symbol of liberation and belonging. This free public event welcomes people of all backgrounds.
Bring your light, your story, and your joy as we celebrate commUNITY and diversity. Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and light the way for collective liberation. RSVP required due to limited space
3 to 5 PMHooper Renwick Library
1
February 2026
Truth Telling with the Elders: Hooper Renwick SchoolJoin us for a powerful gathering where a former student from the historic Hooper Renwick School will share Black HERstory.
Truth Telling with the Elders is a powerful three-part storytelling and learning series honoring the voices, wisdom, and lived experiences of Black elders across Gwinnett County and the greater Atlanta region. This series will take place throughout the first quarter of 2026, creating inclusive, intergenerational spaces for communities of all backgrounds to learn, listen, and celebrate the diverse and global roots of Black identity, from the motherland of Africa to the Caribbean diaspora to the historical contributions of foundational Black Americans. These events will center on elders aged 70 and older, many of whom are among the last living witnesses of segregation, educational transformation, and the Civil Rights Movement. We must preserve their truths, resilience, and memories as living libraries before time erases them. Space is limited; RSVP Required
Truth Telling with the Elders is a powerful three-part storytelling and learning series honoring the voices, wisdom, and lived experiences of Black elders across Gwinnett County and the greater Atlanta region. This series will take place throughout the first quarter of 2026, creating inclusive, intergenerational spaces for communities of all backgrounds to learn, listen, and celebrate the diverse and global roots of Black identity, from the motherland of Africa to the Caribbean diaspora to the historical contributions of foundational Black Americans. These events will center on elders aged 70 and older, many of whom are among the last living witnesses of segregation, educational transformation, and the Civil Rights Movement. We must preserve their truths, resilience, and memories as living libraries before time erases them. Space is limited; RSVP Required
2 – 4 PMHooper Renwick Library, Lawrenceville, GA
7
February 2026
Lunch & Learn
Wisdom from the EldersTruth Telling with the Elders is a powerful three-part storytelling and learning series honoring the voices, wisdom, and lived experiences of Black elders across Gwinnett County and the greater Atlanta region. This series will take place throughout the first quarter of 2026, creating inclusive, intergenerational spaces for communities of all backgrounds to learn, listen, and celebrate the diverse and global roots of Black identity, from the motherland of Africa to the Caribbean diaspora to the historical contributions of foundational Black Americans. These events will center on elders aged 70 and older, many of whom are among the last living witnesses of segregation, educational transformation, and the Civil Rights Movement. We must preserve their truths, resilience, and memories as living libraries before time erases them. RSVP is required
Wisdom from the EldersTruth Telling with the Elders is a powerful three-part storytelling and learning series honoring the voices, wisdom, and lived experiences of Black elders across Gwinnett County and the greater Atlanta region. This series will take place throughout the first quarter of 2026, creating inclusive, intergenerational spaces for communities of all backgrounds to learn, listen, and celebrate the diverse and global roots of Black identity, from the motherland of Africa to the Caribbean diaspora to the historical contributions of foundational Black Americans. These events will center on elders aged 70 and older, many of whom are among the last living witnesses of segregation, educational transformation, and the Civil Rights Movement. We must preserve their truths, resilience, and memories as living libraries before time erases them. RSVP is required
2 to 4 PMSalem Missionary Baptist Church
15
February2026
Annual Black History, Art & Culture Community CelebrationOur annual Black History, Art, Culture, and Education Community Celebration showcases the tremendous talent of youth artists. This event is a vibrant demonstration of the rich history and contributions of the Black community. You will be inspired and in joy as you experience mesmerizing performances that highlight the beauty of Black art and culture. All are welcome to appreciate and celebrate Black history, art, and culture! Space is limited, and tickets go fast for this FREE event. Click on the following link to RSVP NOW: https://BACEBlackHistoryProgram2026.eventbrite.com
3 PM – 5 PMLawrenceville Arts Center, Lawrenceville, GA
4
October2025
Annual African American Culture & Arts Festival Our annual festival is a free fun Fall family event where people of all backgrounds may attend to appreciate and support Black art and culture. Attendees enjoy live music, poetry, and dance performances. They also have the opportunity to support local artists, art vendors, and food trucks.
12 noon – 8 PMSuwannee Town Center Park, Suwannee, GA
30
August2025
BACE College Applications Support ProgramJoin our FREE sessions to support you through the process of applying to colleges and for scholarships. RSVP is required (limited space).
12 PM – 2 PMNorcross Library
19
July2025
Health, Healing, Harmony, & Hope Womenโs Health, Healing, Harmony, Hope, and Happiness sessions intentionally focus on the wellness needs of those who often pour into others, activists, advocates, educators, mothers, and community leaders, yet rarely have time or space to restore themselves.
These gatherings are practices to center care, healing, dignity, and belonging. Through holistic modalities such as mental health dialogues, yoga, massage therapy, sound baths, journaling, and shared meals, women are invited to rest, relax, release, replenish, restore, and reclaim their peace and joy. We are in a community of care where they feel connected and liberated.
These gatherings are practices to center care, healing, dignity, and belonging. Through holistic modalities such as mental health dialogues, yoga, massage therapy, sound baths, journaling, and shared meals, women are invited to rest, relax, release, replenish, restore, and reclaim their peace and joy. We are in a community of care where they feel connected and liberated.
11 AM – 2 PMBACE Community Center at 3560 Panthersville Rd., Decatur, GA
June – July2025
BACE Summer STEAM Program STEAM exploration, artistic expression, mental wellness practices, and African diasporic traditions are woven to uplift the sacred genius within each child.
8 AM – 3 PMBACE Community Center at 3560 Panthersville Rd., Decatur, GA
30
March2025
Black History 365 at BACE community center with local youthYouth learn about Black History 365. They engage in culturally specific activities and educational lessons. They also explore the diversity of the arts. From literacy to recreation, to games, the youth have fun learning and developing their social emotional, and leadership skills. We offer a free meal and RSVP is required.
2 PM – 4 PMBACE Community Center at 3560 Panthersville Rd., Decatur, GA
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March2025
Marcus Garvey LectureCommemoration of Marcus Garvey’s First Public Lecture in Atlanta in 1917. Also, remembering the victims of the transatlantic slave trade.
5 PM – 8 PMBig Bethel AME
220 Auburn Ave
Atlanta, GA
220 Auburn Ave
Atlanta, GA
16
March2025
Black History 365 at BACE community center with local youthYouth learn about Black History 365. They engage in culturally specific activities and educational lessons. They also explore the diversity of the arts. From literacy to recreation, to games, the youth have fun learning and developing their social emotional, and leadership skills. We offer a free meal and RSVP is required.
2 PM – 4 PMBACE Community Center at 3560 Panthersville Rd., Decatur, GA
2
March2025
Black History 365 at BACE community center with local youthYouth learn about Black History 365. They engage in culturally specific activities and educational lessons. They also explore the diversity of the arts. From literacy to recreation, to games, the youth have fun learning and developing their social emotional, and leadership skills. We offer a free meal and RSVP is required.
2 PM – 4 PMBACE Community Center at 3560 Panthersville Rd., Decatur, GA
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TBD2026
Fundraising Gala
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