Author’s Book Discussion Tuesday, February 22, 6:00 p.m. Kelly Branch – 6151 S. Normal Author Marcus Jones will present his inspirational story of adversity to triumph and will give advice to inspire and encourage young adults and others not to […]
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Oscar Micheaux: An African American Trailblazer Saturday, February 19, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Coleman Branch Film screening of Within Our Gates. The presentation of Within Our Gates is made possible through the kind permission of Grapevine Video. Oscar Micheaux: […]
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Book Club: Share and Tell Friday, February 18, 3:30 p.m. Jeffery Manor Branch Celebrate diversity by sharing and discussing favorite books and poems by and about African Americans. Jeffrey Manor is located at 2401 East 100th Street. Contact them at […]
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American Girl Lemonade Social with Addy Walker Thursday, February 17, 6:00 p.m. Walker Branch 11071 S. Hoyne Participants will talk about Addy, her family, their lives as slaves and the Civil War time period. They also will play games, hear […]
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African American Stories and Crafts for Preschoolers Wednesday, February 16, 11:00 a.m. Jeffery Manor Branch 2401 W. 100th St. After School Matters: Artist Development Wednesday, February 16, 4:00 p.m. Thurgood Marshall Branch 7506 S. Racine After School Matters teenagers will showcase […]
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