Literary Arts
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Newton Free Library online: “New Kid” Author Jerry Craft
Newton Free Library online: “New Kid” Author Jerry Craft
Newbery Award and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author/illustrator Jerry Craft takes us behind the scenes of his bestselling graphic novels New Kid and the upcoming Class Act. Join us on Zoom as Jerry gives tweens and their families a look into his writing and drawing process. This event will be moderated by Morgan Harper, a Library Teacher at Peirce and…
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Newton Free Library online: “The Color of Law” Author Richard Rothstein
Newton Free Library online: “The Color of Law” Author Richard Rothstein
In, The Color of Law, A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America, author Richard Rothstein argues with exacting precision and fascinating insight how segregation in America is the byproduct of explicit government policies at the local, state and federal levels. Join us for a virtual session with Mr. Rothstein. The talk will be followed by a panel…
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Historic Newton: History Book Club
Historic Newton: History Book Club
Historic Newton's History Book Club meets regularly to discuss books about history. Meetings are free and open to all. Simply read the designated book in advance and come prepared to discuss it at the meeting. Click here to learn more about the club. The History Book Club of Historic Newton meets to discuss The Sleepwalkers: How…
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SCC Author Series: “The Viking Woman of Birka” with David K. Mullaly
SCC Author Series: “The Viking Woman of Birka” with David K. Mullaly
Asa was a young woman who avenged a personal assault, was forced to become a warrior and leader during her family’s travels, and ultimately became responsible for defending Birka, one of the great Viking trade centers. This actual Norse woman made her mark during a violent time. A Viking burial found on the Swedish island…