Public Programs

A READING & CONVERSATION WITH TAMEKA BLACKSHIR

February 17, 2025
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

In celebration of legendary Black poet Nikki Giovanni’s life, we invite you to come read and chat. Long time collaborator Tameka Blackshir will lead a discussion around Giovanni’s latest book, Make Me Rain: Poems & Pros. Whether you have read the book, admire it, or simply want to celebrate the late and great poet’s legacy, we welcome you. 

Speakers

Tameka Blackshir is a dedicated member of the Los Angeles literary community. Hailing from the suburbs of Philadelphia, Tameka has assisted in fostering strong literary communities throughout the city of LA as a bookseller for nearly a decade. She currently leads the LA based chapter of Well-Read Black Girl book club.

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GUIDED EXHIBITION TOUR AT ART + PRACTICE

February 17, 2025
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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Mon 17 Feb

FREE AND FLY: A CREATIVE WORKSHOP FOR KIDS

February 17, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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Mon 17 Feb

WELLNESS WORKSHOP W/ SOL & SOUND

February 17, 2025
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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