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Uncle Bobbie’s Presents: 2nd Annual bell hooks Symposium
Join us for the 2nd Annual bell hooks Symposium at Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books. On Saturday September 30, a panel of leading intellectual, cultural, and political voices will discuss bell hooks’ unparalleled impact as a scholar, writer, teacher, mentor, comrade, sister, and friend. Powered by thoughtful critique and deep love, the wide-ranging discussion will include topics such as Black feminism, radical politics, critical education, spirituality, masculinity, and love.
The event will be held at Greene Street Friends School and live-streamed on the Uncle Bobbie’s YouTube channel.
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Panelists include: Tarana Burke, author, activist and founder of the Me Too movement; Eddie Glaude Jr., Princeton University professor and author of Begin Again; Brittney Cooper, Professor cultural critic and author of Eloquent Rage; Keeanga Yamahtta-Taylor, author, activist and scholar; Kiese Laymon, professor and author of Heavy.
This discussion will be moderated by professor, author, and activist Marc Lamont Hill.
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Key Details
Doors will open at 12:15pm
Seating will be on a first come, first serve basis. Registration does not guarantee seating.
The entrance will be on West Armat Street – accessible entrances and bathrooms are available.
Books will be on sale during the event