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UPCOMING EVENTS
MAY 21ST AT 7:00PM
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TOURMALINE - MARSHA
Join us as we welcome, activist, writer and filmaker Tourmaline for the release of Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson.
Marsha P. Johnson was a trailblazer, a revolutionary and an absolute force of nature. Her impact is woven into the fabric of Uncle Bobbie's so we are excited and honored to host an event dedicated to telling her story.
This will be an amazing night full of joy and community.
MAY 23RD AT 7:00PM
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DAWN STALEY - BOOK TOUR!
Olympic gold medalist, 3x National Champion head coach and - maybe most importantly - North Philadelphia native, Dawn Staley is live in Philly to celebrate the release of her inspiring book, Uncommon Favor.
A trailblazer in every sense, Coach Staley's impact on the world of sports and culture is unmatched. Be there to hear about her remarkable life, career.
Don't miss this event with a true Philly legend.
All tickets will come with a copy of Uncommon Favor!
JUN 10TH AT 7:00PM
DAMON YOUNG - THAT'S HOW THEY GET
Award winning writer, columnist and cultural critic, Damon Young is back in Philly for the release of his newest book, THAT'S HOW THEY GET YOU: An Unruly Anthology of Black American Humor.
Damon will be in conversation with fellow author (and contributor) Deesha Philyaw.
This event will be as entertaining as it will be poignant and necessary.
Q&A will follow the discussion.
See you there!
JUN 25TH AT 7:00PM
MANDII B & WEEZYWTF - IN-STORE BOOK SIGNING AND MEET & GREET
There's really only ONE decision to make here...
Come through and meet Mandii B and WeezyWTF, hosts of the Decisions, Decisions podcast for an in-store book signing and meet & greet.
Each ticket comes with a copy of their new book No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto of Sexual Exploration and Power.
Events like this don't happen often... you do not want to miss this!
FREE LIBRARY AUTHOR EVENTS
Uncle Bobbie's — The Official Bookseller for Free Library of Philadelphia Author Events
The Author Events program at the Free Library of Philadelphia offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with today’s most celebrated voices in the humanities and sciences. Called “the region’s preeminent forum for writers and ideas” by the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Free Library’s Author Events program has earned three “Best of Philly” designations from Philadelphia magazine (in 1997, 2001, and 2009). Since its inception, the Author Events program has grown and now presents more than 125 authors each year in addition to the Field Family Teen Author Series.