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Upcoming Events

Special Martin Luther King Day Celebration and Concert: Motown/Philly Back Again

Jan18

Jerome "City" Smith and his 9-piece ensemble will celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by performing hits from Black-owned record labels Motown and Philadelphia International, register starting Dec. 13 (Dec. 20 for non-residents)

Where

Baldwin Public Library

2385 Grand Ave.

Baldwin, NY

Phone

516-223-6228

Price

free

New Beginnings Discussion Group

Jan21

Social worker and life-coach Marla Matthews will lead a discussion and support group meetup for patrons ages 50 and older who are divorced, widowed, single or empty nesters and would like a new beginning

Where

Baldwin Public Library

2385 Grand Ave.

Baldwin, NY

Phone

516-223-6228

Price

free

Frontline Prophet: James Baldwin

Jan27

This exhibition honors the enduring legacy of James Baldwin through the artwork of artist/activist Sabrina Nelson, curated by Ashara Ekundayo, held at the Ruth S. Harley University Center Gallery, artist talk-back and reception will be held 4-6 p.m. on Feb. 3

Where

Adelphi University

1 South Ave.

Garden City, NY

Phone

516-877-4978

Price

free

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