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Celebrate Women’s History Month with author Jewell Jones as she discusses Amelia Bloomer and the Women’s Rights Movement.
Amelia Jenks Bloomer, a staunch advocate for women's rights, was a suffragist better known for her promotion of "dress reform." After noticing the restrictive nature of clothing that Victorian women were required to wear, Bloomer pushed for women to adopt a more sensible, new style of dress. Yes, "bloomers" are named after her! The cultural changes wrought by Bloomer and her contemporaries paved the way for a new era of freedoms and rights for women, including the right to vote!
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. From exercise for adult wellness to crafting and hands-on exploration of NatureConnect topics and themes for all ages, 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.