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SUMMARY:‘Reading Came First’ Book Club: all about love by bell hooks
DESCRIPTION:“Reading Came First” is a unique book club program launched by the RAPBRARY in partnership with The Closet Unlocked and Nobody’s Darling Bar. This program aims to celebrate and amplify literature by Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ authors globally. It offers a platform for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue\, connect with the community\, and explore the richness of Black LGBTQIA+ experiences. The book club will meet monthly\, with book selections rotating every other month to allow ample time for reading\, reflection\, and discussion.
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SUMMARY:Reading Came First: Martyr! (Pt. 2)
DESCRIPTION:“Reading Came First” is a unique book club program launched by the RAPBRARY in partnership with The Closet Unlocked and Nobody’s Darling Bar. This program aims to celebrate and amplify literature by Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ authors globally. It offers a platform for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue\, connect with the community\, and explore the richness of Black LGBTQIA+ experiences. The book club will meet monthly\, with book selections rotating every other month to allow ample time for reading\, reflection\, and discussion.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/reading-came-first-martyr-pt-2/
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SUMMARY:Black & Brown Poetry Festival: Voices in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Chicago’s ONLY 3-day poetry festival dedicated to uplifting the powerful voices of Black and Brown Femme Poets! This April\, BBFF (Black & Brown Femme Films) celebrates National Poetry Month with an unforgettable lineup of art\, community\, and culture. \nDay 1: Kicks off with Catalina Maria Johnson\, Road Scholar\, presenting her captivating program “Latin Hip Hop as a New Poetry” at Pilsen Arts & Community House. 1637 W 18th St\, Chicago\, IL 60608 \nDay 2: Brings an electrifying open mic night where Black and Brown femme poets share their stories\, creativity\, and spirit at Last Sip Cafe located at 1057 W. Argyle in Chicago\, IL 60640 \nDay 3: Closes the festival with a dazzling film festival at Film Row Theater\, Columbia College. The Poetry Film Festival features works inspired by poetry and femme brilliance \nDon’t miss this extraordinary celebration of spoken word\, art\, and sisterhood!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/black-brown-poetry-festival-voices-in-motion/
LOCATION:Columbia College\, Film Row Theater\, 1104 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,literary-poetry
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SUMMARY:Chicagoland Bookstore Crawl
DESCRIPTION:​Yet again\, Chicagoland proves itself to be the dream destination for book lovers and readers of all ages! More than 50 independent bookstores in the greater Chicago area—from Lake Forest to Beverly\, and Libertyville to the Loop—are collaborating on our annual Chicagoland Bookstore Crawl\, which encourages book lovers to indulge in bookstore tourism by visiting 10 or more stores in a single day. \nThe annual challenge is being held again on Independent Bookstore Day (IBD)\, which is a one-day national party celebrating indie bookstores on the last Saturday in April. Each store creates its own unique events—including guest authors\, special kids’ story times\, readings\, contests\, giveaways\, and special sales.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicagoland-bookstore-crawl/
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SUMMARY:Nico Lang Book Talk with NLGJA Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an exciting evening with Nico Lang as they discusses their latest book! This in person event will take place at 2129 N Western Ave. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet the author and hear all about their inspiration and writing process. Bring your friends and enjoy a night filled with literary discussion and insights. See you there! \nPizza will be provided!
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