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Journalist Miles Marshall Lewis joins us at the library to discuss his book, "Promise That You Will Sing About Me: The Power and Poetry of Kendrick Lamar" A stunning, in-depth look at the power and poetry of one of the most consequential rappers of our time.Kendrick Lamar is one of the most influential rappers, songwriters and record … Read More

Amina Jordan-Mendez is an Arts Facilitator, Community Organizer and Poet-Performer of Western Massachusetts.  For over 10 years Amina has created and led arts integration, culturally responsive leadership, and wellness workshops.  Amina has coordinated projects and performed with community-based organizations, and state agencies.  With clinical and holistic training within emotional, cultural and mental health sectors, Amina’s poetry and facilitation ground at the … Read More

The Poetic Black Poet’s Story on Origins and Triumphant Path of the Negro SpiritualsThis workshop led by Robert Zachary creates a platform around the profoundness of a culture born from struggle.  It works in the poetic Black Poet’s mission as bards unto the people and coincides with the same historical setting of the Negro Spirituals. … Read More

Born and raised in Uganda, Godfrey Muwulya started performing African dance and music at the age of five. Here he will lead a performance and workshop.In 2005 he joined Ndere Troupe, the foremost Uganda Culture Troupe, where he became the lead instrumentalist and dancer. He left Ndere Troupe in 2008 to pursue his solo career … Read More

Come play Magic: the Gathering at the Oak Bluffs Public Library! Players of all skill levels are welcome. On the first and third Fridays of the month.Food and drink will not be provided, but feel free to bring your own as long as you clean up after yourself.Children under 14 should be accompanied by an … Read More