Travel back in time with our historical fiction book club! From political intrigue to daring romances, every month we visit a different period in time. Join us this November for Yellow Wife by Sadeqa Johnson. "Born on a plantation in Charles City, Virginia, Pheby Brown was promised her freedom on her eighteenth birthday. Instead she finds herself...
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of writing! We’re joined by author Sara Kehaulani Goo for a discussion of her new memoir, Kuleana. Sara is in conversation with Amy Freeman, author and Development Director at The Writer’s Center. RSVP here to receive login information (our virtual events are held via Zoom). FREE and open...
Join us for an engaging and important discussion with local author Chris Palmer, who will talk about his book Achieving a Good Death: A Practical Guide to the End of Life that provides readers with the knowledge and skills to help achieve a peaceful, gentle, and dignified death.
Come to MI Cafe at Marriott HQ during this pop up event to enjoy a true borderland burrito experience, featuring homemade flour tortillas, house-made salsas, and chunky guacamole. The selection will include burritos filled with chile relleno, beef barbacoa, braised chicken, and breakfast options such as egg, bacon, and jalapeño hash, along with sides like...
De-stress, boost natural immunity, increase fitness through low-impact exercise! No prior experience necessary. FREE but RSVP required via e-mail (SunAndMoonTaijiOne@gmail.com)
You may know Daryl Davis as a talented musician, but he is also renowned for his decades-long work engaging and transforming members of the Ku Klux Klan—work that began with a chance conversation in a country music bar. In his newly revised book, The Klan Whisperer, Daryl shares powerful stories and lessons from these encounters. Join...
Opening reception for installation featuring mixed media and poetry exploring humanity's relationship with nature.
A Tribute to the Queens of Neo Soul Eyrkah Badu and Jill Scott featuring the fabulous songstress Angelica Baylor who brings audiences to their feet while performing Erykah and Jill's most popular songs including "Tyrone" "On & On" "Next Lifetime" "Love of My Life" "Bag Lady" and "The Way" "Golden" "It's Love" "A Long Walk"...
Come to MI Cafe at Marriott HQ during this pop up event to enjoy a true borderland burrito experience, featuring homemade flour tortillas, house-made salsas, and chunky guacamole. The selection will include burritos filled with chile relleno, beef barbacoa, braised chicken, and breakfast options such as egg, bacon, and jalapeño hash, along with sides like...
Join us for a special storytime as we celebrate National Adoption Month with the Barker Adoption Foundation. Author Tom Tracy will read his picture books, Wonderfully You: An Ode to Adoption and Scoochie's Adoption...
The Writer’s Center welcomes author Robert W. Fieseler for a reading from his new publication, American Scare, Florida’s Hidden Cold War on Black and Queer Lives. Robert is joined by author Ronald Collins. FREE & open to the public. RSVP here. Robert W. Fieseler is a journalist investigating marginalized groups and a scholar excavating forgotten histories. A National Lesbian...
Artapy Studios invites you to our 2nd “Free Little Art Gallery” COMMUNITY PAINT PARTY! Please join us to create a “mini masterpiece” for yourself and/or for our chosen non profit ( ART2HEARTS Foundation) bringing ART to pediatric hospital settings. All supplies and smiles are included ! Come join the fun! All AGES WELCOME!! Please RSVP...
