Celebrate Black History Month by joining us for a discussion of Colson Whitehead's acclaimed novel based on the history of a real reform school in Florida that destroyed the lives of many children.
The story follows Elwood Curtis, a Black teenager wrongly sent to the school, and his friendship with fellow inmate Turner, as they navigate the horrors of the institution, which includes physical and sexual abuse, and confront the stark realities of systemic racism and injustice in the 1960s.
After the discussion, join us for a film screening of the novel on February 27 at 1 PM: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/15639085
Burke Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 3:30 PM to 5 PM. It is a monthly book discussion group through the Burke Branch Library.
This program takes place by Zoom. After registering, you will be e-mailed the link to join this Zoom meeting. If you have questions about the program or need help with set up, please contact Caroline at cpak@alexlibraryva.org.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion | Book Discussion Groups |
TAGS: | historical fiction | Black History Month | #blackhistorymonth |
This program will take place by Zoom and registration is required.
Please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/--4fsku0R1yACGRB_aCu5w
After registering, you will be emailed the link to join this Zoom meeting.
