STAGED READING
Last supper
Wednesday, June 20, 2007, 7:00 PM
The Frederick Douglass Creative Arts Center and the Classical Theatre of Harlem present a staged reading of Last Supper by G.R. Delva. For more information about the reading, visit www.fdcac.org or call (212) 864-3375.
LECTURE AND AWARD CEREMONY
Honoring Women Who Dedicate Their Lives to Helping Others
Sunday, June 24, 2007, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
In keeping with Dr. Betty Shabazz’s expression, “find the good and praise it,” Women In Islam, Inc. invites you to the 6th Annual Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial Lecture and Award Ceremony. We take this opportunity to honor the legacy of Dr. Betty Shabazz and celebrate dynamic women leaders of all backgrounds and faiths. Past honorees have included Kadiatou Diallo, Ruby Dee, Patricia Gatling, Aminah McCloud, and Azizah Y. Al-Hibri. This year we will honor Ingrid Mattson, President of the Islamic Society of North America/ISNA. Also, two Compass Awards are given to women who forge a clear direction for communities in New York City.
Tickets for Lecture & Buffet: $35. Make check payable to Women In Islam, Inc. and mail to P.O. Box 814 Lincolnton Station, New York, NY 10037-0814 by May 31, 2007. For more information, call (212) 576-8875, e-mail womeninislam@usa.net, or visit www.womeninislam.org.
July
CONFERENCE
9th Annual Alliance of African and African-American Art Support Groups
Thursday, July 19, 2007, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Please join us for a special conference, titled Exploring the Complexities of Diversity: Welcome to New York City! Laurie Cumbo, Executive Director of MoCADA Museum, will moderate a panel discussion on the issue of how cultural institutions in gentrifying communities can sustain their core audience and welcome their new neighbors simultaneously. For more information, visit www.mocada.org.
Series: HARLEM BOOK FAIR
CEREMONY AND RECEPTION
Wheatley Book Awards
Friday, July 20, 2007, 7:00 PM
The Wheatley Book Award was established to recognize literary achievement that transcends culture, boundary, and perception. Don’t miss the awards ceremony, reception, and entertainment. To reserve seating, please email rsvp@qbr.com or call (212) 348-1681.
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Series: HARLEM BOOK FAIR
PANEL DISCUSSION AND BOOK FAIR
Saturday, July 21, 2007, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Come and join authors for an afternoon of Harlem Book Fair panel discussions in the Langston Hughes Auditorium. For more information, visit www.qbr.com or call (212) 348-1681
Posted on June 20, 2007 by D. Bell