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Navigate Your Stars: Jesmyn Ward In Conversation with Tracie D. Hall

June 6, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Highwood Public Library is joining libraries across the state of Illinois to host an evening with two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward. Hailed as “the new Toni Morrison” by the American Booksellers Association, Jesmyn will discuss her life, her literary vision, and her unique perspectives on love and loss. Tracie D. Hall, Executive Director of American Library Association, will join her in conversation.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com

Register for this virtual event here:

https://bit.ly/ILPJesmynWard

Details

Date:
June 6, 2023
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Website:
https://bit.ly/ILPJesmynWard