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My Hair is Good Hair- A Community Film Screening and Fireside Chat

June 20 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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

Venue

JC Beemer Park
68 Victoria Ave N
Hamilton, ON L8L 5E3 Canada
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