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Join Jon Miller, director of The University of Akron Press, for a presentation on the recent publication of "Akron at 200: A Bicentennial History," which includes a rich collection of in-depth essays.
Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.434.8726.
This book includes the earliest days of the city's history to present and is a celebration on 200 years of history. Jon will talk about significant figures, such as John Brown and Sojourner Truth, entrepreneurs, musicians, athletes, and other citizens who contributed to the growth and reputation of the city. This event will include a Q&A.
Other Event Dates:
Wednesday, October 1, 6 pm - Highland Square Branch Library
Tuesday, October 21, 2 pm - Odom Boulevard Branch Library
Thursday, November 20, 6:30 pm - Fairlawn Bath Branch Library
Wednesday, December 3, 6:30 pm - Goodyear Branch Library
Copies of the book, "Akron at 200: A Bicentennial History" edited by David Lieberth and Jon Miller, will be available to purchase at the conclusion of each program at 30% off.
Local artist Woodrow Nash created two murals for the Odom Boulevard Branch Library, celebrating the lives and ideas of African-American leaders and pioneers—Martin Luther King, Jr., Frederick Douglass, Malcolm X, Sojourner Truth, Helen Arnold, Ed Davis, Shirla McClain, Martin Chapman, Horace Stewart, and Vernon Odom. Odom Boulevard Branch Library's extensive collection of African-American fiction, non-fiction, gospel music, and more also celebrates the contribution of African-American writers and artists. Additionally, the shelves of the branch contain a large collection of religious and spiritual titles, and the best of contemporary fiction and non-fiction genres.
Odom Boulevard Branch Library is a destination place for the community. Computers and computer classes, WiFi printing, scanning, copying, and faxing are services important to all, including emerging entrepreneurs and returning students. Programming affords customers of all ages an opportunity to learn through exploration in community with others. Odom Boulevard Branch Library is a one-stop spot for the educational and entertainment interests of all of its neighbors. Look for Odom staff out and about in the community—at schools, at community centers, at community organization meetings—visit us at the branch today.