Explore how the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa are interwoven into Young Adult literature. We will have one book for discussion per week, but feel free to bring your own favorites, as well.
Join the winter holiday fun at EVPL!
Celebrate Black YA voices and the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa with us during this unique book discussion series that explore of the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa (Nguzo Saba) are reflected in Young Adult literature. Each week we'll focus on one principle-such as unity, self-determination, or creativity-and connect it to themes found in YA books by Black authors. A featured title will be highlighted for group discussion, but participants are encouraged to bring their own YA favorites by Black authors that reflect the principle of the week.Â
December 9th: Umoja (Unity) Skin of the Sea-Natasha Bowen
December 16th: Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) The Poet X-Elizabeth Acevedo
December 22nd: Ujima (Collective Work & Responsibility) Children of Blood and Bone-Tomi Adeyemi
December 30th: Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics) The Belles-Dhonielle Clayton
January 13th: Nia (Purpose) Akata Witch-Nnedi Okorafor
January 20th: Kuumba (Creativity) The Leaving Room- Amber McBride
January 27th: Imani (Faith) Long Way Down-Jason Reynolds
**Please note that food will be present. If you have a food allergy, please call (812)428-8231 for more information.Â
Due to the historic nature of the EVPL East, West and Stringtown buildings their meeting rooms are not fully ADA accessible. If you are interested in participating in a program that is not accessible please contact that location to arrange alternate accommodations. For current information on programming, please visit events.evpl.org.
AGE GROUP: | Young Adults (12-18) |
EVENT TYPE: | Holiday | Cultural & International | Books/Literature/Writing |
TAGS: | Teens | Teen activities | Literacy | EVPL East | Book Discussion |
Located at 840 E. Chandler Ave., EVPL East was one of three original libraries built in Evansville with funds donated by Andrew Carnegie. Along with EVPL West, it was dedicated and opened to the public on January 1, 1913. Renovated in 2003, the building is surrounded by a park-like setting and features a spacious meeting room, public access computers, and comfortable adult and youth areas.
