EVENTS All events are FREE and take place at the Carnegie Center unless otherwise noted. Donations are encouraged.
Burn The Mic September 21, October 19, November 16, & December 21 at 7:00PM The KBWC invites poets of all ages and levels to share their poems at this monthly event hosted by Jude C. McPherson.
Pens & Needles: Our Story Stitched Together Friday, September 22, 5:00–8:00PM Illustrator Bryce Oquaye and Fashion Designer Samantha Moore present a collaborative and interactive art exhibition. Both artists previously served as Camp Carnegie instructors; Oquaye led “Pens Paper and Rocket Punches,” and Moore led “Stitching the Self.” Oquaye and Moore empowered their students to confidently explore new pathways of self-expression. Student work will be on display alongside each artist’s own designs. Attendees are encouraged to participate in this unique creative experience. Light refreshments will be provided.
Women of Valor, Women of Faith Reading September 23, 6:00PM Join us on Saturday, September 23 at 6:00PM for one night of six powerful voices. The Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative and St. Peter Claver Catholic Church will elevate and amplify the words women of faith, featuring readings by Eugenia Johnson Smith, Angela Allen Johnson, Cynthia Allen Shelby, Nita B. Clarke, Charliese Brown Lewis, and Claudia Love Mair. The performance will take place at St. Peter Claver’s new sanctuary located at 485 W. 4th St., Lexington, KY 40508.
Black & Lit Book Club • ONLINE September 25, 6:00–7:00PM: Tracey Michae'l Lewis-Giggetts (OUT OF FREE BOOKS) November 13, 6:00–7:00PM: Ron Davis a.k.a. Upfromsumdirt Black & Lit Book Club features new books by Black Kentucky writers. This book club is open to KBWC members and anyone who wishes to attend. When possible, we will meet with the featured REGISTER AT CARNEGIECENTERLEX.ORG OR CALL (859) 254-4175, EXT. 21
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