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SUMMARY:Black History Month Book and Film Discussion: Erasure and American Fiction - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-part book discussion and film screening featuring Percival Everett’s satirical 2001 novel Erasure and its 2023 film adaptation\, the Best Picture-nominated dark comedy American Fiction\, starring Jeffrey Wright. The book and film examine (and skewer) the use of Black stereotypes in fiction and the anti-Black stance of the publishing industry.
URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/black-history-month-book-and-film-discussion-erasure-and-american-fiction
CATEGORIES:Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Literary,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Book and Film Discussion: Erasure and American Fiction - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-part book discussion and film screening featuring Percival Everett’s satirical 2001 novel Erasure and its 2023 film adaptation\, the Best Picture-nominated dark comedy American Fiction\, starring Jeffrey Wright. The book and film examine (and skewer) the use of Black stereotypes in fiction and the anti-Black stance of the publishing industry.
URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/black-history-month-book-and-film-discussion-erasure-and-american-fiction-part-2
CATEGORIES:Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Literary,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Veterans Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Active service members and veterans of all eras are invited to join this free\, monthly small group reading and discussion dinner series centered around books which relate to military experiences or offer a veteran’s perspective. Veterans Book Group is coordinated statewide by Maryland Humanities and presented locally in partnership with Montpelier Arts Center. Discussions are led by Dr. Karen Arnold\, former poet-in-residence at the Arts Center and discussion moderator for multiple literature groups in Baltimore. Dinner and reading materials are provided. Call 301-377-7800 for more information and to register. Spaces are limited; registration is required by Jan. 6\, 2026. \n\n\n\nAges 18 & up; FREE; registration required
URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/veterans-book-group/2026-02-17
CATEGORIES:Arts,Free,Literary,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Wild Reading
DESCRIPTION:Make a love for reading seem like second nature! Give your child a jump start in literacy as they sit down to listen to a short story with a park naturalist. Kids and parents/guardians will explore the book topic through questions\, creative crafts\, and exploring nature. Additionally\, a guided walk around the center to learn cool facts about our live animals is included. Sign up today to make reading and nature come to life.
URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/wild-reading
CATEGORIES:Literary,Nature & Outdoor,Youth
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SUMMARY:Cub Corner
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the opening of our new exhibition\, “The Berliner Helicopter: America’s Forgotten Helicopter\,” with a reading of “Rosie Revere\, Engineer\,” by Andrea Beaty. After the story\, little learners can put their creativity to the test by building and decorating their own flying contraptions—just like Rosie! This program is recommended for children ages 3-6. This program is free. Register in advance to secure your spot! Walk-in spaces will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Register for activity code 20658-115K. \n\n\n\nFor more information: 301-864-6029
URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/cub-corner-2-2
CATEGORIES:Free,Lifestyle & Learning,Literary,Youth
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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss' Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday with us with puppet shows\, engaging stories\, and Seuss-inspired crafts and activities. A perfect morning for preschoolers and their families!
URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/dr-seuss-birthday-celebration
CATEGORIES:Arts,Literary,Special Event,Youth
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Program: The American Revolution and the Fate of the World
DESCRIPTION:Author\, historian\, and professor\, Dr. Richard Bell\, will discuss his book\, The American Revolution and the Fate of the World\, which offers a fresh look at the impact of the American Revolution by focusing on disenfranchised people and minorities in the colonies\, including free and enslaved Black people.
URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/black-history-month-program-the-american-revolution-and-the-fate-of-the-world
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Free,History,Literary
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