African American Film Series – Detroit
May 24 @ 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
CFI’s African American Film Series expands to Detroit May 24 with the showing of Butterfly in the Sky.
For the past 10 years, the Flint African American Film Series, has served as a meaningful platform for cultural expression and community engagement. Now, in partnership with the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the series by Communities First, Inc. expands to Detroit, bringing powerful stories to new audiences. This next chapter builds on a decade of impact, continuing our commitment to celebrating African American culture and building community through food, music, film, and shared experiences. Register at tinyurl.com/AAFSDetroitMay – suggested ticket price is $5 per person.
Curated by a committee of community members, the series showcases films featuring African American actors, writers, filmmakers, and producers. Following each screening, CFI hosts panel discussions with local and national leaders, professionals, and residents to explore the film’s themes and share personal experiences. These discussions create a space for community members to connect, build relationships, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Join us for an afternoon of culture, knowledge, and understanding as we showcase these films to our community.
The inaugural event, which is part of CFI’s Culture Shock Program, is 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48201. We will be showing Butterfly in the Sky about the story of the popular PBS TV show Reading Rainbow. The documentary highlights LeVar Burton, the host of Reading Rainbow from 1983 until 2006, and provides an in-depth examination of the obstacles he and the show’s creators encountered while striving to foster a passion for reading through television. The movie has a 100 percent approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Thank you to our generous sponsors – Ford Motor Company and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.
Register here – suggested ticket price is $5 per person.
About Communities First, Inc. (CFI)
Communities First, Inc. is a nonprofit community development organization serving over 35,000 community members across Michigan and Indiana. Headquartered in Flint and with offices in Detroit, CFI is dedicated to building healthy, vibrant communities through economic development, affordable housing, and innovative programming. The Culture Shock Program creates opportunities for diverse communities to connect through experiences that challenge, educate, and inspire. More information can be found at www.communitiesfirstinc.org.
