I AM THE FLAME: An Evening of Reflection, Healing, and Hope

Join a curated gathering celebrating the release of I AM THE FLAME, where truth is honored, pain is transformed, and purpose becomes legacy.
About this Event

Step into an evening shaped by truth, reflection, and courageous conversation with author, C. Cole. This gathering introduces I AM THE FLAME: When Life Sets You on Fire, Legacy is What Remains, an unflinching memoir exploring loss, resilience, and the legacy we choose to create from life’s most difficult moments.

Through a powerful blend of storytelling, reflection, and meaningful dialogue, participants are invited to confront inherited narratives, examine personal truths, and consider how pain may be transformed into purpose. This is not simply a book event. It is an intentional space for contemplation, connection, and awakening.

Guests will experience a moderated conversation with the author, selected readings from the book, and thoughtful discussion designed to foster clarity, presence, and perspective. You will leave grounded, challenged, and inspired to engage your own life with deeper intention.

This evening is for those prepared to sit with honesty, listen with openness, and explore what it means to live intentionally and create a legacy that reflects their deepest values.

Seats are limited to preserve an intimate and meaningful experience.

EVENT EXPERIENCE

Guests will enjoy:

• Complimentary Welcome Champagne
• Curated Meal by BAMJoy Catering
• Moderated Conversation with the Author
• Audience Q&A
• Official I AM THE FLAME Book Reveal
• Exclusive book signing and photo opportunities
• Meaningful moments of reflection and connection
• Music, celebration, and community

EVENT SCHEDULE

Date: Friday, November 6, 2026

6:00 PM – Doors Open, Welcome Reception & Refreshments

6:45 PM – Welcome Remarks

6:50 PM – Moderated Conversation & Selected Readings

7:30 PM – Audience Q&A

7:45 PM – Book Signing, Photos & Celebration

9:00 PM – Formal Program Concludes

LOCATION:

The Obama Presidential Center
Our Story Lobby
6001 S. Stony Island Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637

PARKING:

Garage parking available. Street parking and rideshare services are also recommended.

ADMISSION:

This is a ticketed event. Seating is limited, and advance reservation is strongly encouraged.

TICKET OPTIONS:

• The Spark: Event Admission
• The Flame: Event Admission + Signed Copy of I AM THE FLAME
• The Legacy: Event Admission + Signed Copy of I AM THE FLAME + Companion Journal for Generational Healing

PLEASE NOTE: Books will not be available for purchase at the event. Guests wishing to receive a signed copy of I AM THE FLAME should select a ticket package that includes the book.

For inquiries, please contact: [email protected]