Louisville is home to over 53,000 internationally-born residents, representing countries and communities from all over the globe. In the fourth year of this event series, the Louisville Free Public Library, in partnership with Kentucky Refugee Ministries, will celebrate the Haitian American community.
The Cuisine of Haiti ***EVENT IS FULL***
Saturday, July 18, 1 – 2:30 p.m. • Northeast Regional Library
Learn about Haitian cooking traditions and discover how to make a staple Haitian dish with a chef from the Caribbean Café . There will be a vegetarian friendly option. THIS EVENT IS FULL.
The History of Haiti
Saturday, August 29, 2 – 3:30 p.m. • Bon Air Library
Dr. Crystal Felima, Assistant Professor of Anthropology and African American & Africana Studies at the University of Kentucky, will discuss the complex history of the first Black Republic and the second independent country in the Western Hemisphere. This event is free but space is limited. Registration is recommended.
The Music and Art of Haiti
Saturday, September 12, 2 – 4 p.m. • South Central Library
A live musical performance will showcase the music of Haiti while we celebrate the artwork of local Haitian Americans. Haiti Creafo will provide some infectious rhythms, with a special vocal performance by Christella Philippe. Artwork provided by The Route, a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering the Haitian community in Louisville and surrounding region.