Celebrate Black History Month during an African-American Read In with guest David MacDonald, an award-winning ceramic artist. Day will include reading, crafts and book giveaways. For children up to 12 years old, who must come with an adult 18 years or older. Free and open to the public, but must register by Jan. 31 to Connie at (315) 559-4795 or litforlifefamilies@gmail.com.

Syracuse Black Birth Workers will lead a writing workshop about black birth stories as a form of reproductive justice. Participants are invited to write their stories using multiple formats including poetry, memoir, fiction and song. A limited supply of writing journals will be provided. Held in Beauchamp's auditorium. To learn more, call (315) 435-3395.

Learn about the amazing people who fought for equal rights in America. Intended for ages 8 to 13.

In honor of Black History Month, Paine will screen the film "42," the inspiring story of Jackie Robinson, the first African-American to play for a Major League baseball team. Snacks provided. Seating will be available, but interested attendees are encouraged to bring a comfy blanket and/or bean bag to better enjoy the film.

The next Southside TNT meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 4, at Danforth Magnet Middle School, 309 W. Brighton Ave. Lanessa Chaplin with the New York Civil Liberties Union will be providing an update regarding the I-81 project.

The Volunteer Lawyers Project of Onondaga County will present a program on residential rental rights and responsibilities. A landlord/tenant court attorney will be on hand with basic information appropriate for both landlords and tenants. A Q&A time will follow. For adults and meets in Central Libray's CNY Meeting Room, Level 3.

The Equity in Education task force with the Alliance of Communities Transforming Syracuse (ACTS) continues to focus its attention on research and discussion around issues of integration and concerns in the Syracuse City School District and surrounding districts. Task force members also continue to explore the issues of poverty and integration in local schools. The February meeting will feature Superintendent Jamie Alicea, who will share new initiatives in the SCSD. All are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Kelly Ward at kkwrlt@aol.com.

Aurora of CNY will offer free vision screenings for seniors 55 and older from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, in the library's auditorium.

Under the leadership of NBLCA several nonprofit health organizations will be on hand to share resources and information on AIDS prevention and support services for housing, testing and treatment for persons with chronic diseases. No registration necessary. For teens and adults; held on Level 1 at Central Library.

Brenda Muhammad will host this session to share genealogy tips and tricks for solving African-American family genealogy mysteries. She will also share her personal genealogy journey.