Greene Street Friends School

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome award winning and bestselling author, Ibram X. Kendi for the release of his latest book, Malcolm Lives!New York Times Bestselling author and National Book Award winner Ibram X. Kendi is here in Philly for the release of his new book, Malcolm Lives!.As we approach the 100th anniversary of his birth, we want to invite you to join us for an important discussion celebrating the life and legacy of the one and only, Malcolm X.At a time when Black history is under attack, having books that preserve and honor that history have never been more

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome owner of Down North Pizza, Muhammad HadiWe are so excited to welcome Muhammad Abdul- Hadi, founder and owner of Down North Pizza, for the launch of his new book, "We The Pizza: Slangin' Pies & Savin' Lives". There are few things more inspirational than the company and mission that Muhammad built and once you hear his story, you'll be inclined to join the movement... and run down North to get you a slice!Muhammad will be in conversation with writer, journalist and the owner of Uncle Bobbie's, Marc Lamont Hill Q&A will follow the discussion.LIMITED

Join us as we welcome NYT bestselling author, Eddie S. Glaude Jr. for his latest book, "We Are The Leaders We Have Been Looking For"We are excited to welcome, Princeton University professor and New York Times bestselling author, Eddie S. Glaude Jr. to discuss her newest book, We Are The Leaders We Have Been Looking For.Eddie will be in conversation with author, activist and the owner of Uncle Bobbie's Marc Lamont Hill. Q&A to follow.All copies of We Are The Leaders available will be signed.You don't want to miss this!******About the Book:From the author of the New York Times bestseller Begin

Marc Lamont Hill discusses the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.This year's MLK Radical Symposium will feature a keynote speech from Uncle Bobbie's Owner and famed intellectual Dr. Marc Lamont Hill.In his remarks, Marc will spotlight the continued power, promise, and possibility of King's radical legacy in this present moment of political and moral crisis. Exploring the world's most urgent issues -from war to poverty, faith to education- Marc will discuss how MLK's legacy of radical hope, critical analysis, and courageous action can help us to build and sustain his true dream: building the beloved community.******Doors will

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome Tariq Trotter a.k.a. Black Thought of The Roots as he launches his memoir "The Upcycled Self"UPDATE: Tariq Trotter will be in conversation with Uncle Bobbie's very own, Marc Lamont Hill. In addition, each ticket will come with a SIGNED COPY of The Upcycled Self!!This event will be taking place at Greene Street Friends School.------------From one of our generation’s most powerful artists and incisive storytellers comes a brilliantly crafted work about the art—and war—of becoming who we are.upcycle verbup·cy·cle ˈəp-ˌsī-kəl: to recycle (something) in such a way that the resulting product is of a higher

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome Jessie Reyez for a special live reading of her new book of poetry, "Words of a Goat Princess"We are so excited to welcome Grammy-nominated artist, Jessie Reyez for a special, live reading of her new book of poetry, Words of a Goat Princess.This will be an amazing opportunity to hear the words and the thoughts and motivations behind them. A Q&A will follow so make sure you have your questions ready for Jessie.All tickets will come with a signed copy of Words of a Goat Princess.You don't want to miss this!-----About the author: Jessie

Join us for an amazing panel discussion about the legacy and work of bell hooks.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

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome award-winning author, Elizabeth Acevedo as she discusses her latest book, "Family Lore".We are excited to welcome, New York Times bestselling author, Elizabeth Acevedo as she launches her latest book, Family Lore! She will be joined in conversation by National Book Award Winner, Imani Perry. There will be a Q&A and book signing that will follow the discussion. You do not want to miss this!******A Most Anticipated Book of 2023 from: Today.com * Time * Electric Literature * Seattle Times * Telemundo * Washington Post * HipLatina * Harper's Bazaar * ElleFrom the bestselling, National