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If you love music, you will love this four-part Zoom series on African American Music. Presented on four dates.
Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.434.8726.
Join Odom Boulevard and Maple Valley Branch Libraries as we explore Blues, Jazz, Gospel, R&B, Disco, Hip-Hop, Rap, and the artists that changed the world through their music.
The program is virtual and will be presented on Zoom. A log-in will be sent no later than three days before the event. Please don't share the web link for this program. If someone else is interested in attending, please have them contact the library to register. A webcam and microphone may be necessary for participation in this interactive event. If you have one or neither of these, your level of participation will be limited. If you do not have an email address, please contact the Odom Boulevard Branch at 330-434-8726 to learn how to participate in this program via phone.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Virtual Program | Music | Holiday |
TAGS: | Zoom Program | Black History Month | Afrcan-American Music | Adults |
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.