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Upcoming Events

Thu, May 01
Book Event - A River of Prophecy: Constructing a Sacred History of African Americans
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 01, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Author Nubia Kai will explore the powerful themes in her book, A River of Prophecy. Delve into the untold stories and sacred histories that have shaped African American identity and culture throughout the generations.
Fri, May 02
Book Event - Swinging Beyond the Spectrum: How Autism Became My Superpower On and Off the Golf Course
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 02, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Swinging Beyond the Spectrum tells the powerful story of how autism became a superpower—fueling success both on the golf course and in life. Don't miss this special event!
Fri, May 02
Book Event - Girls with Pearls
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 02, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Meet Author Kamika Lynette Bell at the "Girls with Pearls" book signing event! Join us for a memorable evening filled with inspiration—reserve your spot now!
Sat, May 03
Shifters - Staged Play Reading
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 03, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
One Night Only! - Join us for a powerful staged play reading of Shifters, written by Benedict Lombe and brought to life by Yohana Zecarias and Christian Sahle-Selassie!
Sun, May 04
Sudan On Our Mind: Stories from Sudan
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 04, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
A community gathering to share and reflect on powerful stories of conflict, resilience, and hope from Sudan. Come together to listen, learn, and connect.
Wed, May 07
Malcolm X 100th Birthday Celebration Series
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 07, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us as we kick off a historic series of events commemorating the centennial birthday of Malcolm X—activist, orator, and enduring symbol of Black liberation. We begin this powerful journey with a special screening of Gil Noble's 1978 television documentary tribute followed by a discussion!
Fri, May 09
Malcolm X and Learning
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 09, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for the second installment in our series commemorating the 100th birthday of Malcolm X—activist, orator, and enduring symbol of Black liberation. Titled Malcolm X and Learning, this event explores his legacy as a thinker, teacher, and student of liberation.
Sat, May 10
The Unrelenting Revolutionary: Malcolm X - Discussion with Nubia Kai, Baba Lumumba and Haile Gerima
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 10, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for the third installment in our series commemorating the 100th birthday of Malcolm X—activist, orator, and enduring symbol of Black liberation. Titled The Unrelenting Revolutionary: Malcolm X, this event features Nubia Kai, Baba Lumumba, and Haile Gerima.
Sun, May 11
Film Screening - Make It Plain
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for the fourth installment in our series commemorating the 100th birthday of Malcolm X—activist, orator, and enduring symbol of Black liberation—with a screening and discussion of Make It Plain.
Fri, May 16
Book Event - The Indignant Generation: A Narrative History of African American Writers and Critics from 1934-1960
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join author Lawrence Jackson for a powerful conversation with Dr. Greg Carr on the Black literary voices that reshaped America between 1934–1960. Discover the untold stories of struggle, art, and activism that defined a generation.
Sat, May 17
Ti Jak and the Amazing Seeds Chidren's Book Event
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for a special children’s book event with Haitian author Marie Josée Arthus! Through vibrant storytelling and powerful themes of growth and hope, this inspiring event is perfect for young readers and families. Don’t miss it!
Sat, May 17
Malcolm X and Pan-Africanism discussion with A. Peter Bailey
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 17, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for the fifth installment in our series commemorating the 100th birthday of Malcolm X—activist, orator, and enduring symbol of Black liberation. Malcolm X and Pan-Africanism features a discussion with A. Peter Bailey and Haile Gerima.
Sun, May 18
Congo on Our Mind
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
In Honor Of Malcolm X Centennial Birthday - Join Haile Gerima and Sankofa Video & Books in this space of Artistic Expression and Protest!
Fri, May 23
BLACK LIONS - ROMAN WOLVES Special Fundraising
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for a special fundraising event for Haile Gerima’s upcoming five-part documentary film, BLACK LIONS - ROMAN WOLVES, featuring a special screening and discussion!
Sat, May 24
Book Event - Epigenomic Awareness as a Key to Black Mental Health: The Disruptive Effects of Not Knowing
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join Dr. Benson Cooke as he discusses the powerful connection between genetics, environment, and mental health, and how understanding epigenomics can help improve well-being in the community!
Sat, May 24
Malcolm X and Literature
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for the sixth installment in our series commemorating the 100th birthday of Malcolm X—activist, orator, and enduring symbol of Black liberation. Malcolm X and Literature features a thought-provoking panel discussion. Hosted by Brian Gilmore!
Sun, May 25
Malcolm X and The Bundong Conference - Film Screening
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 25, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for the seventh installment in our series commemorating the 100th birthday of Malcolm X—activist, orator, and enduring symbol of Black liberation. Malcolm X and The Bundong Conference features a film screening and discussion.
Fri, May 30
Malcolm X and The Arts
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for the eighth installment in our series commemorating the 100th birthday of Malcolm X—activist, orator, and enduring symbol of Black liberation. Malcolm X and the Arts features a presentation by artist Imar Hutchins and Zoma Walace!

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