Library EventRead Woke Book Discussion - Dear Justyce

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Wednesday, October 14, 2020 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm

10/14/2020 6:00pm 10/14/2020 7:00pm Read Woke Book Discussion - Dear Justyce Teens, join us for an online Read Woke book discussion in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Public Library. We'll be discussing Dear Justyce, Nic Stone's sequel to Dear Martin. When Justyce McAllister, the protagonist of Dear Martin an Ivy League-bound student is put in handcuffs, despite doing everything right for trying to help his girlfriend out, he turns to the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr to help process his thoughts in his journal. But just how relevant is his work today? This program is perfect for young adults, parents, college students, and anyone who is interested in the issues African American (predominantly male) young adults face in our country; and learning about the work of Dr. King from a young adult's perspective. Registration for this online event is required. All registered participants will be emailed the details for joining the discussion online the afternoon of the discussion. A recording of the event will be available on the Iowa City Public Library YouTube Channel. As part of a larger Read Woke initiative, these book discussions will connect you to resources and services. You are also welcome to bring your own titles to share with the community. To find out more about the Read Woke initiative, check out https://www.icpl.org/articles/read-woke-icpl Borrow a book with curbside pickup or mail delivery. Place a hold at catalog.icpl.org, or call 319-356-5200. OR Stream or download a copy of the ebook or audiobook from OverDrive at icpl.org/digital (and use Libby logo attached). Iowa City Public Library Iowa City Public Library America/Chicago public

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Teens, join us for an online Read Woke book discussion in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Public Library.

We'll be discussing Dear Justyce, Nic Stone's sequel to Dear Martin. When Justyce McAllister, the protagonist of Dear Martin an Ivy League-bound student is put in handcuffs, despite doing everything right for trying to help his girlfriend out, he turns to the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr to help process his thoughts in his journal. But just how relevant is his work today?
This program is perfect for young adults, parents, college students, and anyone who is interested in the issues African American (predominantly male) young adults face in our country; and learning about the work of Dr. King from a young adult's perspective.

Registration for this online event is required. All registered participants will be emailed the details for joining the discussion online the afternoon of the discussion. A recording of the event will be available on the Iowa City Public Library YouTube Channel.

As part of a larger Read Woke initiative, these book discussions will connect you to resources and services. You are also welcome to bring your own titles to share with the community. To find out more about the Read Woke initiative, check out https://www.icpl.org/articles/read-woke-icpl

Borrow a book with curbside pickup or mail delivery. Place a hold at catalog.icpl.org, or call 319-356-5200.
OR
Stream or download a copy of the ebook or audiobook from OverDrive at icpl.org/digital (and use Libby logo attached).

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the Library.

This event is open to the public.

Cosponsor

Cosponsor Organization: Cedar Rapids Public Library

Cosponsor Name: Jen Eilers

Cosponsor Phone: (319) 261-7323