Ferry Tales: The Book Tour
An author conversation explores a debut novel of transatlantic travel, romance, and self-discovery through the perspective of a Black millennial woman, followed by a book signing.
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Sip coffee during a lively author conversation about an award-winning novel blending travel, romance, and humor. Explore Black identity, African heritage, and cultural reclamation across the transatlantic diaspora.
Sip coffee during a lively author conversation about an award-winning novel blending travel, romance, and humor. Explore Black identity, African heritage, and cultural reclamation across the transatlantic diaspora.
Sip coffee during a lively author conversation about an award-winning novel blending travel, romance, and humor. Explore Black identity, African heritage, and cultural reclamation across the transatlantic diaspora.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.
Cozy story time in a cat lounge with a cat themed children’s book read aloud while resident black cats lounge nearby. Geared to families with kids age 7 and under for a relaxed, sensory friendly reading hangout.
Cozy story time in a cat lounge with a cat themed children’s book read aloud while resident black cats lounge nearby. Geared to families with kids age 7 and under for a relaxed, sensory friendly reading hangout.
Cozy story time in a cat lounge with a cat themed children’s book read aloud while resident black cats lounge nearby. Geared to families with kids age 7 and under for a relaxed, sensory friendly reading hangout.
An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.
An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.
An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.
Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.
Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.
A poetry primer centered on the craft of paying close attention, using curiosity and mindful observation to spark new writing. Expect a discussion-based, intimate literary salon vibe with prompts and shared reflection.
A poetry primer centered on the craft of paying close attention, using curiosity and mindful observation to spark new writing. Expect a discussion-based, intimate literary salon vibe with prompts and shared reflection.
A poetry primer centered on the craft of paying close attention, using curiosity and mindful observation to spark new writing. Expect a discussion-based, intimate literary salon vibe with prompts and shared reflection.
An intimate coffeehouse discussion dives into Kae Tempest’s meditative book "On Connection," exploring how creative practice builds self awareness and deeper relationships. Expect honest, tender conversation about creativity, performance, and community.
An intimate coffeehouse discussion dives into Kae Tempest’s meditative book "On Connection," exploring how creative practice builds self awareness and deeper relationships. Expect honest, tender conversation about creativity, performance, and community.
An intimate coffeehouse discussion dives into Kae Tempest’s meditative book "On Connection," exploring how creative practice builds self awareness and deeper relationships. Expect honest, tender conversation about creativity, performance, and community.
Monthly small-group discussion centered on the club’s selected title, with an easygoing, conversational vibe. Readers gather at the library to share reactions, themes, and favorite passages in a community setting.
Monthly small-group discussion centered on the club’s selected title, with an easygoing, conversational vibe. Readers gather at the library to share reactions, themes, and favorite passages in a community setting.
Monthly small-group discussion centered on the club’s selected title, with an easygoing, conversational vibe. Readers gather at the library to share reactions, themes, and favorite passages in a community setting.
An adult writing open mic creates space to share original poetry, prose, and other written work in a community library setting, welcoming local writers and listeners.
An adult writing open mic creates space to share original poetry, prose, and other written work in a community library setting, welcoming local writers and listeners.
An adult writing open mic creates space to share original poetry, prose, and other written work in a community library setting, welcoming local writers and listeners.
Discuss Rima Vesely-Flad’s exploration of Buddhist dharma through the lives and writing of James Baldwin and Audre Lorde, connecting Black literature, spirituality, and shared reflection.
Discuss Rima Vesely-Flad’s exploration of Buddhist dharma through the lives and writing of James Baldwin and Audre Lorde, connecting Black literature, spirituality, and shared reflection.
Discuss Rima Vesely-Flad’s exploration of Buddhist dharma through the lives and writing of James Baldwin and Audre Lorde, connecting Black literature, spirituality, and shared reflection.
Afternoon literary discussion centered on Kae Tempest’s On Connection, blending contemporary poetry and reflective conversation. Set in a cozy coffeehouse environment geared toward thoughtful dialogue and community connection.
Afternoon literary discussion centered on Kae Tempest’s On Connection, blending contemporary poetry and reflective conversation. Set in a cozy coffeehouse environment geared toward thoughtful dialogue and community connection.
Afternoon literary discussion centered on Kae Tempest’s On Connection, blending contemporary poetry and reflective conversation. Set in a cozy coffeehouse environment geared toward thoughtful dialogue and community connection.
Cozy evening story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical, candlelit boutique setting. Expect relaxed listening, cat cuddles, and community hangout energy centered on feline-friendly fun.
Cozy evening story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical, candlelit boutique setting. Expect relaxed listening, cat cuddles, and community hangout energy centered on feline-friendly fun.
Cozy evening story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical, candlelit boutique setting. Expect relaxed listening, cat cuddles, and community hangout energy centered on feline-friendly fun.
An in person personal storytelling talk with Aisha Adams, reflecting on pivotal life moments and the experiences that shaped her path. Expect an intimate library setting focused on inspiration, community listening, and discussion.
An in person personal storytelling talk with Aisha Adams, reflecting on pivotal life moments and the experiences that shaped her path. Expect an intimate library setting focused on inspiration, community listening, and discussion.
An in person personal storytelling talk with Aisha Adams, reflecting on pivotal life moments and the experiences that shaped her path. Expect an intimate library setting focused on inspiration, community listening, and discussion.
Adult readers gather for a community book discussion in a public library setting. The conversation creates space to share perspectives, explore literature, and connect with fellow readers.
Adult readers gather for a community book discussion in a public library setting. The conversation creates space to share perspectives, explore literature, and connect with fellow readers.
Adult readers gather for a community book discussion in a public library setting. The conversation creates space to share perspectives, explore literature, and connect with fellow readers.
Explore Homer’s epic poetry through live readings, conversation about its relevance today, shared food, and a costume competition celebrating legendary characters from ancient Greek literature.
Explore Homer’s epic poetry through live readings, conversation about its relevance today, shared food, and a costume competition celebrating legendary characters from ancient Greek literature.
Explore Homer’s epic poetry through live readings, conversation about its relevance today, shared food, and a costume competition celebrating legendary characters from ancient Greek literature.
Browse fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, and children’s and YA books while meeting 30 local and regional writers. The free author fair welcomes drop-in visitors with no registration or purchase required.
Browse fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, and children’s and YA books while meeting 30 local and regional writers. The free author fair welcomes drop-in visitors with no registration or purchase required.
Browse fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, and children’s and YA books while meeting 30 local and regional writers. The free author fair welcomes drop-in visitors with no registration or purchase required.
Adult readers gather for a library book discussion, exchanging interpretations, questions, and perspectives in a welcoming community setting. A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and conversation.
Adult readers gather for a library book discussion, exchanging interpretations, questions, and perspectives in a welcoming community setting. A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and conversation.
Adult readers gather for a library book discussion, exchanging interpretations, questions, and perspectives in a welcoming community setting. A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and conversation.
Adult readers gather for a discussion of classic literature, sharing interpretations and perspectives in a library setting. A relaxed literary meetup for thoughtful conversation and community connection.
Adult readers gather for a discussion of classic literature, sharing interpretations and perspectives in a library setting. A relaxed literary meetup for thoughtful conversation and community connection.
Adult readers gather for a discussion of classic literature, sharing interpretations and perspectives in a library setting. A relaxed literary meetup for thoughtful conversation and community connection.
Folk-horror and gothic-romance vibes anchor a release night with poetry and singer-songwriter sets, an author chat and audience Q&A, then a late-evening book signing with Andrew K. Clark and local writer Thomas Calder.
Folk-horror and gothic-romance vibes anchor a release night with poetry and singer-songwriter sets, an author chat and audience Q&A, then a late-evening book signing with Andrew K. Clark and local writer Thomas Calder.
Folk-horror and gothic-romance vibes anchor a release night with poetry and singer-songwriter sets, an author chat and audience Q&A, then a late-evening book signing with Andrew K. Clark and local writer Thomas Calder.