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‘Forgotten Hero: Walter White and the NAACP’ documentary, The legacy of the NAACP
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The Wright Museum celebrates its 60th anniversary, Teen HYPE presents new ‘Two Detroits’ play
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American Black Journal
Kwame Alexander discusses latest book ‘How Sweet the Sound’ and new PBS KIDS series
New York Times best-selling author Kwame Alexander sits down with “American Black Journal” host Stephen Henderson for a wide-ranging discussion about his literary works, career and passion for writing. He talks about how he got started writing and the inspiration behind his more than 44 best-selling books. Plus, he discusses his book, “How Sweet the Sound,” and a new PBS KIDS series.
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MLK Day at The Wright Museum, National Day of Racial Healing and a James Baldwin exhibit.
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2024 Year in Review: Current events, arts & culture and “The Black Church in Detroit.”
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Detroit Public Theatre’s 2024 Holiday Cabaret and Kwanzaa 2024 at The Wright Museum.
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Black Family Development’s 46th and the “Healthy and Resilient Communities” program.
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“The Spirit of Justice” author Jemar Tisby and September is Black Reading Month.
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The 2024 election’s impact on the Black community and Church of the Messiah’s 150th.
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Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Homelessness Awareness Month.