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Upcoming Events
September 21: Julia Roncoroni
Join us on September 21st from 2-3 p.m., as Dr. Julia Roncoroni presents Cocina Libre: Immigrant Resistance Recipes. This cookbook shares immigrant stories alongside recipes, offering a glimpse into the lives of those facing challenges in their journey to the U.S. Victor Galván, an immigrant rights advocate featured in the book, will share his story. Sample a dish and purchase the book to support the Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition
October 10: Evette Dionne
Join Colorado Public Radio and Denver Public Library at Blair-Caldwell Library for a discussion with Evette Dionne, author of Lifting As We Climb. Colorado Matters host Chandra Thomas Whitfield and a Manual High School student will discuss the book and youth civic engagement. City Clerk Paul D. López will introduce the event and offer early voter registration. Free books available while supplies last. All ages are welcome!
October 26: Cody Daigle-Orians
Co-create relationships that are asexual (ace) and aromantic (aro) affirming and explore all that is possible for ace and aro folks in relationships. Cody Daigle-Orians, author of I Am Ace: Advice on Living Your Best Asexual Life and creator of Ace Dad Advice, will facilitate the discussion.
October 30: Silvia Moreno-Garcia and Bobby LeFebre
Join us for an evening with acclaimed author Silvia Moreno-Garcia at Space Gallery, co-presented with the Latino Foundation and moderated by poet Bobby LeFebre. Known for her novels like Mexican Gothic and Gods of Jade and Shadow, Moreno-Garcia will share her storytelling insights and explore themes from her work. The event concludes with a book signing. This event is supported by Strong Library, Strong Denver, and the DPL Fund.
November 23: David Heska Wanbli Weiden
Join us for an engaging author talk with David Heska Wanbli Weiden, an acclaimed member of the Sicangu Lakota nation. His debut novel, Winter Counts, is a national bestseller and has earned numerous accolades, including the Anthony Award and the Thriller Award. Weiden's work spans fiction and nonfiction, including the award-winning children's book Spotted Tail. The event concludes with a book signing. This event is supported by Strong Library, Strong Denver, and the DPL Fund.
Past Events
2024
- September 5: John Gall
- June 17: Molly Kugel and Alison Turner
- June 15: Lindsay King-Miller
- May 18: Mark Barnhouse
- May 4: Dr. Irene Blea
- April 20: Mary Taylor Young
- April 20: Jody Pritzl
- April 6: Chip Colwell
- March 14: Stacey Mei Yan Fong
- February 22: Renée Watson
- February 7: Dr. Michael Gregor
- January 27: David R. Slayton
- January 23: Tracey Baptiste