January 09 - 23, 2025
Historical African American Poetry Discussion
Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center • 28 S Linn St Iowa City, IA 52240 Organized by Iowa City Senior CenterAbout this event
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Description
Honor MLK day by learning more about another Civil Rights activist, Medgar Evers, through historical-based poetry. The group will use Turn Me Loose: The Unghosting of Medgar Evers by Frank X Walker as the basis for their study. No experience with poetry necessary. Helpful to purchase the book in advance, but instructor will photocopy some poems for close reading. Three sessions: January 9, 16, and 23 from 11-12. Instructor: Carol Tyx, Professor Emeritus Mt. Mercy University
Activity Secondary Category
Membership Not Required
Location
308 at Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center
Age and Gender
Co-Ed