My Hair is Good Hair: A Community Film Screening

An all-age community event celebrating the goodness of black hair! Come for the films, food and fun with textured hair! #goodhair #textured
About this Event

Who Should Attend?

✔ Families
✔ Youth
✔ Hair enthusiasts
✔ Educators
✔ Community leaders
✔ Anyone interested in culture, identity, and storytelling

All are welcome.

What to Expect

🎬 Film Screenings
Experience a curated selection of four short films, including award-winning Canadian content, that explore themes of identity, beauty, culture, and belonging.

🎤 Fireside Conversations
Hear from community leaders, youth voices, hairstylists, and cultural advocates as they discuss the significance of Black hair and its role in self-expression, heritage, and representation.

💇🏾 Hair Pavilion
Connect with hair professionals offering:

• Hair demonstrations
• Hair assessments
• Haircare education
• Tips for maintaining healthy textured hair

🧒🏾 Family Activities
Enjoy interactive activities for children and families, including games, music from live DJ, and community engagement stations.

🎁 Giveaways & Gift Bags

• Attendees can enter prize draws featuring haircare products and event merchandise.

🍿 Food & Refreshments
Enjoy free popcorn while quantities last as you settle in for the screenings.

Come hungry and support a local Black-owned business! Delicious Caribbean food will be available for purchase from Island Queens, featuring:

• Jerk Chicken
• Rice and Peas
• Cornbread