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African-American Authors in Science Fiction: A Panel Discussion- Virtual

in Observance of Black History Month

2022-02-15 18:30:00 2022-02-15 19:45:00 America/New_York African-American Authors in Science Fiction: A Panel Discussion- Virtual Enjoy science fiction come learn about the experiences of African American authors in science fiction. Virtual Branch -

Tuesday, February 15
6:30pm - 7:45pm

Add to Calendar 2022-02-15 18:30:00 2022-02-15 19:45:00 America/New_York African-American Authors in Science Fiction: A Panel Discussion- Virtual Enjoy science fiction come learn about the experiences of African American authors in science fiction. Virtual Branch -

Enjoy science fiction come learn about the experiences of African American authors in science fiction.

NEW: You will need to be logged in to Zoom to attend this program. You can create a free account on Zoom using the sign up link on the Zoom website - https://zoom.us/signin. Once you are signed in on Zoom, return to this page and click on the link below to join the program.

In observance of Black History month, learn more about the impact and experiences of African American authors in literary genre of science fiction. This panel discussion, will include local science fiction writers Cerece Rennie Murphy, LH Moore, and K. Ceres Wright. These authors will discuss their writing experiences, genres where writers are making the most impact and the history of African Americans in science fiction.

Join our Event Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84117879427
Or Dial In: 301 715 8592; Meeting ID: 841 1787 9427

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GEN 1.0 07/13/2021

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Older Adults | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures and Discussions |

TAGS: | Virtual Program | Black History Month |

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Maddie Hines

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