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Upcoming Events

Thu, Apr 17
Affordable Healthy Food: The Essential Nutrition Guide to Achieving Optimal Health on a Budget
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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Apr 17, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join Renee Afryka, author of Affordable Healthy Food: The Essential Nutrition Guide to Achieving Optimal Health on a Budget, in conversation with Shawneesa Devonish-Ford. Learn practical tips on eating healthy without overspending, and discover how to make smarter food choices for optimal health.
Sun, Apr 20
GAZA ON OUR MIND
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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Apr 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join our bi-weekly community gathering and discussion with Dr. Jehan El-Bayoumi & Miko Peled!
Fri, Apr 25
"In the Hour of Chaos" Film Screening + "Freedom Moves" Book Event
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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Apr 25, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for an inspiring evening of reflection and discussion at the "In the Hour of Chaos" Film Screening and "Freedom Moves" Book Event featuring filmmaker H. Samy Alim in conversation with moderator Dr. Msia Clark!
Sat, Apr 26
Happy Nappy Story Telling with Mama Bousaina
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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Apr 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for a read -aloud of In The Time of The Drums book with Mama Bousaina!
Sat, Apr 26
Book Event - Finding Jupiter
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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Apr 26, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join Author Kelis Rowe in conversation with Brianna Peppins as they discuss her book, Finding Jupiter, a heartfelt journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Don’t miss the chance to explore the powerful themes of the book with the author herself!
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 - 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!
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 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
Book Event - Toward a More Perfect Rebellion by Josslyn Luckett
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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May 17, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Explore the powerful themes of rebellion, justice, and transformation at the book event for Toward a More Perfect Rebellion by Josslyn Luckett. Engage in an insightful discussion with the author about the forces that shape our world and the pursuit of a more just future!
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, Jun 21
Know Thyself Writing Workshop with Laini Mataka
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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Jun 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for a transformative writing workshop with Mama Laini Mataka—an inspiring journey of words, wisdom, and self-expression you won’t want to miss!
Date and time is TBD
Community Discussion with Nature, Environment, and Wildlife Filmmakers (NEWF) - Diving with a Purpose
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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Date and time is TBD
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us for a community discussion with Nature, Environment, and Wildlife Filmmakers (NEWF), where we explore the importance of telling Africa’s stories from an African perspective. Hosted By Shirikiana Gerima!
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Film Screening: AFTER WINTER: STERLING BROWN
Sankofa Video, Book and Cafe
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Date and time is TBD
Sankofa Video, Book and Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us 7PM Friday December 13th at Sankofa for a special screening of Haile Gerima's 1985 documentary film, followed by a discussion with filmmaker and Director, Haile Gerima
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Baraka the Playwright
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe
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Date and time is TBD
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Honoring the incredible Amiri Baraka! Featuring a powerful dramatic play reading, celebrating his impactful legacy. Let’s come together to honor his contributions and the indelible mark he left.
Date and time is TBD
Stepping Out: The Unapologetic Style of African Americans Over Fifty
Sankofa Video, Books, & Café
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Date and time is TBD
Sankofa Video, Books, & Café, 2714 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Join us as we welcome Connie Briscoe into the space the brains behind Stepping Out: The Unapologetic Style of African Americans Over Fifty!

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