Greenwood Rising is taking guests back in time with an immersive Green Book experience set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. March 9.
Attendees will receive a copy of the “Negro Motorist Green Book” and begin with a guided tour of the history center. There will be a catered meal afterwards followed by a theatrical performance.
Set in the 1950s, it will show people what travel was like for Black people who relied on the historic book to identify safe lodging, dining and services while navigating segregation.
Guests are invited to participate by dressing in time period-appropriate attire.
Mike McUsic and Sonya R. Wallace will also be performing. McUsic is a digital humanities scholar and creator of “Green Book Travelers,” a website dedicated to collecting and preserving stories from the Green Book.
In recognition of its fifth anniversary, Greenwood Rising is planning a gala and a Greenwood Night at a Drillers baseball game, both scheduled for August.
Circle Cinema’s February programming
Circle Cinema and its Black Film Council have announced their Black History Month programming.
All month
“Focus: Black Rodeo” has a special exhibition in the theater’s lobby until Feb. 28. It features powerful images of Oklahoma’s vibrant Black rodeo community by Jamie and Richard Glisson.
Feb. 17
“The Inquisitor” explores the life of the late U.S. Rep. Barbara Jordan. She was a groundbreaking Texas member of Congress whose powerful voice shaped U.S. politics from Nixon’s impeachment to the fight for civil rights. The film starts at 7 p.m. Stick around after for a conversation with filmmaker Angela Tucker.
Feb. 22
Route 66 Series: “Bagdad Café” will celebrate the Mother Road. The film, starting at 3 p.m., features special pre-show clips and community storytelling. The heartwarming road-trip classic follows an unlikely friendship in the desert.
Feb. 24
“Sisters of Cinema” is a film club dedicated to celebrating the incredible work of women in the director’s chair, behind the camera, and everywhere in between. Each event, beginning at 7 p.m., features a curated mystery screening, a pre-film introduction, and an insightful post-film discussion.
Feb 26
Catch the 1976 cult classic “Sparkle.” The film, showing at 7:30 p.m., explores women’s empowerment, community struggles and how art can inspire resilience and change.
Feb. 28
The Black Film Council is inviting all would-be actors to participate in a six-week acting workshop. It will cover acting fundamentals, audition skills, casting basics, and industry insights. The free Saturday program runs until April 4.
Northside Neighbors February events
Northside Neighbors is looking for Hawthorne and Walt Whitman residents to join its team of surveyors to collect neighborhood input through its Flourishing Neighborhood Index (FNI).
Feb. 21
The Second Annual State of Black Tulsa Summit brings together Black leaders, residents and partners to review progress and priorities. The program will begin with networking and breakfast at 9 a.m., followed by an interactive meeting from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Feb. 23
Northside Neighbors Health Forum – Resident Engagement Meeting will highlight community conversation with local health care providers serving the 36th Street North corridor. Hear directly from providers, learn about specialties and services and ask questions about care access and community health needs.
The program will be held at Tulsa Tech Peoria Campus, 3835 S. Peoria Ave., from 6 to 8 p.m. Dinner will be provided. RSVPs are encouraged by calling (918) 301-4440 or emailing connect@northsideneighborstulsa.org.
Editor’s note: Jerry Goodwin is the son of Eagle board member Jim Goodwin, owner of The Eagle.
