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May 1, 2012 @ 6:30pm

On the Road with Laura Ingalls Wilder

Celebrate the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of "Little House on the Prairie." Play games, share her stories, and eat foods from pioneer days.

Location:
Abingdon Public Library
2510 Tollgate Road
Abingdon, MD 21009
Contact Info:
(410) 638-3990

May 2, 2012 @ 6:00pm

The Whipping Man: Salon Chat

During the production of 'The Whipping Man', written by Matthew Lopez and directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah, CENTERSTAGE will be providing numerous opportunities for audiences to engage in dialogue inspired by the themes of the show. Visitors can will also enjoy Acts of Inheritance, a docent-guided visual art exhibition, curated by production dramaturgy staff, with featured art from students at the Maryland Institute College of Art, inspired by 'The Whipping Man' and its themes.In partnership with MICA’s Graduate Dean Emeritus, and Founding Director of the Center for Race and Culture, Dr. Leslie King-Hammond. Enjoy a Salon Chat, hosted by Park Heights Jewish Community Center. Guest moderators and topics TBA.

Location:
CENTERSTAGE
700 North Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Contact Info:
Jay Gilman
(410) 986-4052

May 3, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Journey Stories: Meet the Authors! D.E. Johnson

Dan Johnson, author of "The Detroit Electric Scheme," a murder mystery. Listen to Johnson's stories about the mystery of writing mysteries and following a dream.

Location:
Jarrettsville Public Library
3722 Norrisville Road
Jarrettsville, MD 21084
Contact Info:
(410)692-7887

May 3, 2012 @ 2:30pm

The One Culture as Funhouse

John Barth's short story, "Lost in the Funhouse" was the work of philosophical literature that realizes the intersection of Philosophy and English--much more like a serendipitous funhouse than it is an ominous crossroads. Get lost in the short story and its impact on Dr. Nicholas Plants, professor, Department of Philosophy. A reception in the Chesapeake Hall Atrium will follow the talk.

Location:
Washington Post Lecture Hall (Chesapeake Hall 109) Prince George's Community College
301 Largo Road
Largo, MD 20774-2199
Contact Info:
Dr. Christopher Hunt
(301) 322-0429

May 6, 2012 @ 9:30pm

The Whipping Man: Author Michael Twitty

During the production of 'The Whipping Man', written by Matthew Lopez and directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah, CENTERSTAGE will be providing numerous opportunities for audiences to engage in dialogue inspired by the themes of the show. Sunday, May 6, at CENTERSTAGE. Approximately 9:30. (Following the 7:30 performance of The Whipping Man.) Chef and food historian, Michael Twitty will join CENTERSTAGE for a book signing and discussion of his new book, 'Kosher Soul.'  As a part of 'Kickin’ It with the ‘Rents', a family pre-show dinner and discussion, Michael will discuss being African-American and Jewish and how the food traditions of each culture can be blended and celebrated. Twitty also authored 'Fighting Old Nep: The Foodways of Enslaved Afro Marylanders', a recipe book and food history of what enslaved people in Maryland cooked and ate during slavery.  Michael will be available with his book for purchase both pre and post show.

Location:
CENTERSTAGE
700 North Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Contact Info:
Jay Gilman
(410) 986-4052

May 7, 2012 @ 6:30pm

A Journey to Remember: The Middle Passage & Beyond

Take a heartrending and thought provoking journey through the middle passage with African slaves and discuss how this journey affected the western world. Presented by Morgan State professor Dr. Homer Fleetwood.

Location:
Edgewood Public Library
629 Edgewood Road
Edgewood, MD 21040
Contact Info:
(410) 612-1600

May 8, 2012 @ 6:00pm

On the Road Again

Take off in your car and see where it leads! Enjoy stories, finger rhymes and a craft.

Location:
Joppa Public Library
655 Towne Center Drive
Joppa, MD 21085
Contact Info:
(410) 612-1660

May 9, 2012 @ 6:00pm

The Whipping Man: Salon Chat

During the production of 'The Whipping Man', written by Matthew Lopez and directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah, CENTERSTAGE will be providing numerous opportunities for audiences to engage in dialogue inspired by the themes of the show. Visitors can will also enjoy Acts of Inheritance, a docent-guided visual art exhibition, curated by production dramaturgy staff, with featured art from students at the Maryland Institute College of Art, inspired by 'The Whipping Man' and its themes.In partnership with MICA’s Graduate Dean Emeritus, and Founding Director of the Center for Race and Culture, Dr. Leslie King-Hammond. Enjoy a Salon Chat, where CENTERSTAGE's teen afterschool program, Encounter, presents a debate and discussion.

Location:
CENTERSTAGE
700 North Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Contact Info:
Jay Gilman
(410) 986-4052

May 10, 2012 @ 6:00pm

The Whipping Man: Panel Discussion

During the production of 'The Whipping Man', written by Matthew Lopez and directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah, CENTERSTAGE will be providing numerous opportunities for audiences to engage in dialogue inspired by the themes of the show. Visitors can will also enjoy Acts of Inheritance, a docent-guided visual art exhibition, curated by production dramaturgy staff, with featured art from students at the Maryland Institute College of Art, inspired by 'The Whipping Man' and its themes.In partnership with MICA’s Graduate Dean Emeritus, and Founding Director of the Center for Race and Culture, Dr. Leslie King-Hammond. Enjoy a pre-show panel discussion in partnership with the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Guest panelists and topics TBA.

Location:
CENTERSTAGE
700 North Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Contact Info:
Jay Gilman
(410) 986-4052

May 13, 2012 @ 4:00pm

The Whipping Man: Rain Pryor

During the production of 'The Whipping Man', written by Matthew Lopez and directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah, CENTERSTAGE will be providing numerous opportunities for audiences to engage in dialogue inspired by the themes of the show. Visitors can will also enjoy Acts of Inheritance, a docent-guided visual art exhibition, curated by production dramaturgy staff, with featured art from students at the Maryland Institute College of Art, inspired by 'The Whipping Man' and its themes.In partnership with MICA’s Graduate Dean Emeritus, and Founding Director of the Center for Race and Culture, Dr. Leslie King-Hammond. Actor, Director, Comedian, Educator, Rain Pryor will join CENTERSTAGE for a post-show discussion.  She will share her response to 'The Whipping Man' and discuss some of her personal story.  Rain grew up Black and Jewish and her play, 'Fried Chicken and Latkes' explores her life and heritage.  Currently, her award winning play is about to make its off-Broadway debut.  Rain will be with us to share her unique cultural perspective post-show.

Location:
CENTERSTAGE
700 North Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Contact Info:
Jay Gilman
(410) 986-4052

May 15, 2012 @ 6:00pm

Journey Stories: Meet the Authors! Henri Diamant

Henri Diamant grew up in the Belgian Congo, lived on three continents, and spent a lifetime traveling around the world until he found Harford County and Aberdeen. He tells his journey story in the book "Escape to Africa."

Location:
McFaul Activity Center
525 W. MacPhail Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
Contact Info:
(410) 638-4040

May 15, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Journey Stories Film Festival: I Saw It at the Movies

Part of a series of screenings, you are invited to attend an illustrated lecture with film clips, led by experts Jack and Jan Hirshfield. Registration recommended.

Location:
Havre de Grace Public Library
120 N. Uniion Avenue
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
Contact Info:
(410) 939-6700

May 17, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Journey Stories Film Festival: I Saw It at the Movies

Part of a series of screenings, you are invited to attend an illustrated lecture with film clips, led by experts Jack and Jan Hirshfield. Registration recommended.

Location:
Bel Air Public Library
100 E. Pennsylvania Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Contact Info:
(410) 638-3151

May 19, 2012 @ 11:00am

Mt. Vernon Literary Walking Tour

Follow in the footsteps of Baltimore's literary luminaries and discover the elegant brownstone mansions and majestic cultural institutions built by Baltimore's successful 19th century merchants and industrialists. Learn how a neighborhood of scholars, struggling artists and authors, newspaperman, philanthropists and social reformers offered rich opportunities to discuss and debate ideas and open new literary avenues. Tour takers will meet their guide in front of the Enoch Pratt Free Library at 400 Cathedral Street in Baltimore City and wear comfortable shoes made for walking! A minimum of 10 reservations are needed per tour, however walk-ins are welcome to join in. Tours will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Tours take 90 mins-2 hours depending upon size and pacing of group. To reserve a spot, visit www.MtVernonLitWalk.eventbrite.com or call (410) 685-4186.

Location:
Meet the guide outside of the Enoch Pratt Free Library
400 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Contact Info:
Michele Baylin
(410) 685-4186

May 19, 2012 @ 9:30am

Journey Stories: Harford County Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting

Join the ribbon cutting celebration as Journey Stories, a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibit about how America moves, as it opens its Maryland tour in Harford County. Take a tour through exhibits and join in on a conversation with Professor Vincent Cannato, author of "American Passage: The History of Ellis Island."

Location:
Abingdon Public Library
2510 Tollgate Road
Abingdon, MD 21009
Contact Info:
(410) 638-3990

May 21, 2012 @ 6:30pm

On the Road with Laura Ingalls Wilder

Celebrate the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of "Little House on the Prairie." Play games, share her stories, and eat foods from pioneer days.

Location:
Bel Air Public Library
100 E. Pennsylvania Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Contact Info:
(410) 638-3151

May 21, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Harvest of Shame

In this historic 1960 CBS broadcast, Edward R. Murrow points out the plight of migrant farm workers in America in the mid-20th century. Topics covered include the harsh living conditions, endless travel, low wages, and poor opportunities for their children.

Location:
Joppa Public Library
655 Towne Center Drive
Joppa, MD 21085
Contact Info:
(410) 612-1660

May 22, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Journey Stories Film Festival: Orphan Train

A cross-country film festival that chronicles the journeys and migrations of people across America for economic opportunities, personal quests, social change, or the pure joy of travel. The Festival includes five films at five locations plus two opportunities to attend an illustrated lecture with film clips, led by experts Jack and Jan Hirshfield. Participants who register and attend the entire series will receive a copy of on of the films. Registration recommended.

Location:
McFaul Activity Center
525 W. MacPhail Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
Contact Info:
(410) 638-4040

May 23, 2012 @ 6:00pm

Journey Stories: Meet the Authors! Dr. Rebecca Boehling

Dr. Boehling, Founding Director of UMBC's Dresher Center for the Humanities, discusses the inspiration for her book, "Life and Loss in the Shadow of the Holocaust"--the family's recently discovered correspondence. Her fascinating and deeply moving book is an account of the Kaufmann-Steinberg family's life before, during, and after the Holocaust.

Location:
McFaul Activity Center
525 W. MacPhail Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
Contact Info:
(410) 638-4040

May 23, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Ancestors in Print

Part of HCPL's Genealogy Series. Discover online, full-text resources to aid your genealogy research. Included are newspapers, books,m and photographs.

Location:
Jarrettsville Public Library
3722 Norrisville Road
Jarrettsville, MD 21084
Contact Info:
(410)692-7887

May 26, 2012

Fighting Old Nep: The Food Culture of Enslaved Afro-Marylanders

Beginning with Mathias de Sousa, the first African to arrive in Maryland in the 1600s, this presentation traces three centuries of African American culinary history from specific West and Central African civilizations to colonial Maryland. Incorporating music, historical narratives, and authentic foods, Twitty illustrates the vast influence of both enslaved and free black people on the cuisine and culture of the New World. The presentation also explores the influences Native Americans and Europeans had on Maryland foodways that were later adapted by other parts of the country. Adult and high school audiences. Michael Twitty is Director of Interpretation for the Menare Foundation and a Hebrew School instructor for four congregations in Montgomery County. He has given presentations on African American and Jewish food traditions at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, the Library of Congress, American University, and at museums and historic sites in the Washington, DC area. Michael also published a blog, Afroculinaria, which explores cultural traditions of Africa, African Americans, and the African Diaspora. He is completing his B.A. in African American Studies and Anthropology at Howard University. He is the author of Fighting Old Nep: The Foodways of Enslaved Afro-Marylanders 1634-1864.

Location:
Chestertown Tea Party Festival
101 S. Water Street
Chestertown, MD 21620
Contact Info:
Francoise Sullivan
www.chestertownteaparty.org

May 29, 2012 @ 6:00pm

Fighting For Freedom: Black Women's Army Corps During World War II

For the first time during World War II, African-American women were allowed to enter the military. The first contingent trained in Fort Des Moines, Iowa, where they were housed in segregated barracks, ate at separate dining tables, and used segregated recreational facilities. Despite the hardships and discrimination, the women persevered and thirty-six of the original group graduated and were assigned to Officers Candidate School, Cooks and Bakers School, the Transportation Pool, or the Clerical School. A lecture by Janet Sims-Wood discusses the courageous example set by the first African-American WAC unit in Europe. Requires slide projector, screen, and table to display books. Adult and high school audiences. Janet Sims-Wood is former Assistant Chief Librarian in the Reference/Reader Services Department at the Moorland-Spingarn Research Center at Howard University. She has also taught at the University of Maryland in the Afro American Studies Department. Dr. Sims-Wood received her B.A. in Sociology from North Carolina Central University, her M.L.S. from the University of Maryland, and her Ph.D. in Women’s Studies/History/Oral History from Union Institute Graduate School.

Location:
Havre de Grace Activity Center
351 Lewis Lane
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
Contact Info:
Emily Naughten
410-638-3398

May 30, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Military Research

Discover your family's service to our country from colonial times to the Civil War. Many times these records include not only the person's service record, but also clues to help solve family mysteries.

Location:
Veronica Chenowith Activity Center
1707 Fallston Road
Fallston, MD 21047
Contact Info:
(410) 638-3260

May 31, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Open Mic Night: Immigration Stories

The Library is providing an open mic night for the community to share their personal stories in person, by video, or pictures. Limited to 8 minutes per person. Hosted by Irmgarde Brown, whose parents emigrated to the US.

Location:
Havre de Grace Public Library
120 N. Union Avenue
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
Contact Info:
(410) 939-6700