The late artist Nelson Stevens once said that the murals he painted in Springfield in the 1970s were like “creating stained-glass windows for our community.” Beauty and excellence are among the themes for the Boston Globe’s fifth annual Black History Month Film Festival,

This story has been updated to correct the date of the Black Film Series at Forest Park Branch Library. February is Black History Month, and what better way to celebrate Black history and culture than by attending and supporting one of these events?

Even as the federal government attempts to downplay the significance of Black History Month, New York City will continue to celebrate. Throughout February, honor the contributions of Black people in New York and beyond with live performances,

There are several other local events celebrating Black History Month this weekend. The Soul of Seattle will take place at Block 41, that is, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. That event helps foster community through food.

Honor Black History Month by participating in one of the many events happening around the city over the coming weeks. Here's a list of cultural events, places to visit and things to do in the Charlotte area this month.

A variety of events in New Jersey, from concerts to movie screenings, will be held in February to recognize the accomplishments of African Americans.

The City of Jacksonville, the Jessie Ball duPont Fund, and Florida Blue announced an upcoming free music festival coming to LaVilla’s Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park.