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History, Race, and a Way Forward in the Chapel Hill Community: Reparations Book Club

Chapel Hill Public Library 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, United States

YOU are invited to join authors William “Sandy” Darity and Kirsten Mullen in a community reading of their book, “From Here to Equality: Reparations for Black Americans in the 21st Century” in a 4-part community book club. We will listen to, and learn from, the book’s authors, community elders and members, and artists. We will... Read More →

Remarkable Moments in Black History: A Conversation with the Authors of “Black Boy, Black Boy”

Flyleaf Books 752 MLK Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill

FREE! | In-Person at Flyleaf Books, Chapel Hill or Virtual Attending NC teachers will receive a FREE signed copy of the book! From inventor Elijah McCoy to writer Chinua Achebe, authors Ali Kamanda & Jorge Redmond have created a lyrical, rhythmic text celebrating inspirational Black men, past and present, in their debut children’s book, Black Boy, Black Boy.... Read More →

READ IT & REAP

Orange County Public Library 137 W Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

It’s almost Women’s History Month! Women’s History Month is an annual celebration that highlights contributions in history and our society from vital women. This year’s theme, Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories, we will highlight the powerful story of Black women mathematicians who helped NASA launch a crew into space. The Orange County Office of... Read More →

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History, Race, and a Way Forward in the Chapel Hill Community: Reparations Book Club

Chapel Hill Public Library 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, United States

YOU are invited to join authors William “Sandy” Darity and Kirsten Mullen in a community reading of their book, “From Here to Equality: Reparations for Black Americans in the 21st Century” in a 4-part community book club. We will listen to, and learn from, the book’s authors, community elders and members, and artists. We will... Read More →

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History, Race, and a Way Forward in the Chapel Hill Community: Reparations Book Club

Chapel Hill Public Library 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, United States

YOU are invited to join authors William “Sandy” Darity and Kirsten Mullen in a community reading of their book, “From Here to Equality: Reparations for Black Americans in the 21st Century” in a 4-part community book club. We will listen to, and learn from, the book’s authors, community elders and members, and artists. We will... Read More →

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History, Race, and a Way Forward in the Chapel Hill Community: Reparations Book Club

Chapel Hill Public Library 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, United States

YOU are invited to join authors William “Sandy” Darity and Kirsten Mullen in a community reading of their book, “From Here to Equality: Reparations for Black Americans in the 21st Century” in a 4-part community book club. We will listen to, and learn from, the book’s authors, community elders and members, and artists. We will... Read More →

Pen to Paper Shop Talks Vol 1 with Dasan Ahanu

Durham County Library 300 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC

Pen to Paper Shop Talks Vol 1 with Dasan Ahanu May 5th at 6:30pm Durham County Main Library 300 N Roxboro St Durham, NC 27701 FREE The Pen to Paper Shop Talks is a series of conversations with NC poets about navigating life and business as an artist and professional. Each session features poets who... Read More →

SCENE OF THE CRIME: Albion Tourgee and the “Invisible Empire” in Orange County

Historic Orange County Courthouse 106 E. King St., Hillsborough, United States

A Free public presentation, conversation, and reception Saturday, May 6th, 1-3pm Battle Courtroom, Orange County Courts Hillsborough, NC Led by Dr. Deborah-Patrice Hamlin, with: Jim Wynn (Fourth Circuit Judge) Robert N. Hunter (Retired State Judge) Freddie Parker (NCCU Professor Emeritus)

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FIVE WEEK DROP-IN MEMOIR WRITING SESSIONS

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Description: Have you always wanted to tell your life story, but been unsure where to start? Join Arshia Simkin of the Redbud Writing Project for five drop-in memoir writing sessions. During each session, we’ll review a craft topic of memoir, including where to get inspiration, dialogue, writing compelling characters, structure, and more! In addition, we’ll... Read More →

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FIVE WEEK DROP-IN MEMOIR WRITING SESSIONS

Online The Internet

Description: Have you always wanted to tell your life story, but been unsure where to start? Join Arshia Simkin of the Redbud Writing Project for five drop-in memoir writing sessions. During each session, we’ll review a craft topic of memoir, including where to get inspiration, dialogue, writing compelling characters, structure, and more! In addition, we’ll... Read More →