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An exhibit of diverse African-American experiences through the lens of children’s books is on display at the Athens Public Library (30 Home St), one of many stops on a cross-country tour including universities, museums, public and academic libraries, and K-12 schools.
 
“Despite their seeming simplicity, picture books are a perfect window into both history and the world around us,” says Taryn Lentes, ACPL's Youth Services Coordinator.
 
“Children often get their first glimpse of a wider world through these books, and this exhibit is a small step towards making sure that view features multiple perspectives and voices.” 
 
Telling a People’s Story goes beyond exploring social justice-- it affirms and celebrates African-American identities. 
 
 
“Picture books featuring African-American characters, particularly by authors and illustrators of color, have long been incredibly underrepresented by publishers,” Lentes said. “Hosting the exhibit allows us to both call attention to this issue and to highlight the amazing work that is often overlooked.” 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
On exhibit through December 20 in the library atrium. Organized by the Miami University Art Museum through a grant from the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation. 

 
FEAST is back for a 2nd year! Every Wed. evening from mid-Nov. to April at the Nelsonville Public Library, these FREE meal-workshops invite all ages to cook together, share a meal, and inspire healthful eating with hands-on learning and demonstrations. 
 
 *Pre-registration is required through our online events calendar. Register yourself, or ask a librarian to register you. Most FEAST events are limited to 15 participants.
 
Themes this year include winter soups, plant-based on a budget, mix and match power bowls, and more. Visit https://www.myacpl.org/feast/ for all weekly menus and topics.  
 
DOOR PRIZES GALORE!    

 
 
Hear celebrated picture book author and illustrator Denise Fleming share about her creative process, crafting a story with words and pictures, and more. All ages welcome.
 
Friday, November 15 from 6:30-7:30pm at the Athens Public Library.  
 
Co-Sponsored by the Ohio University Patton College of Education and the Stevens Literacy Center.
 

A catalog of librarians at our October all-staff training
(Other collective nouns for librarians? A stack, a shelf, or a shush!)

 
Have you listened to our latest podcast about all things libraries?
 
On this episode, learn about the Friends of the Athens Public Library with special guest and Friends' board president, Karen Harvey; hear detailed info about the ACPL levy; and get info about fall program highlights.

Athens County Public Libraries
95 W. Washington St.
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
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