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African-American: Keeping Heritage Alive
2019-02-27 19:00:00 2019-02-27 20:00:00 America/New_York African-American: Keeping Heritage Alive Join us for a special presentation of African-American: Keeping Heritage Alive by Sheila Arnold Jones in honor of Black History Month. James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Wednesday, February 27
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2019-02-27 19:00:00 2019-02-27 20:00:00 America/New_York African-American: Keeping Heritage Alive Join us for a special presentation of African-American: Keeping Heritage Alive by Sheila Arnold Jones in honor of Black History Month. James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Join us for a special presentation of African-American: Keeping Heritage Alive by Sheila Arnold Jones in honor of Black History Month.

Stories written, told or passed down through the African-American culture, with an emphasis on reading and writing.  The stories cover a wide spectrum of time and include original pieces as well time-tested ones.  Songs and some history are also a part of the presentation.  This presentation is excellent for all ages.

While this program was scheduled with adults and teens in mind, it is suitable for all ages who want to hear gripping tales about African-American culture. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Ages 6-12 | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Diversity |

TAGS: | story telling | diversity | culture | black history | african american history |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
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