Tacoma Reads: Little Literary Fest
Schedule
Sat Oct 05 2024 at 11:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Tacoma Public Library (Wheelock Branch) | Tacoma, WA
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Tacoma Reads: Little Literary Fest returns for a day of art, performance, workshops, and more!In 2024, we'll explore the theme of Rhythms of Resilience!
Look forward to:
- An interactive Family Storytime at 11:30 a.m.
- Performance by Afro-Caribbean music and dance group Hijos de Agueybana at 12:15
-Rhythms of Resilience Workshop at 2:30 p.m.
Explore how global cultures have embraced rhythm and dance to sustain themselves in times of challenge and to infuse joy under any circumstances. Join percussionist-scholar Antonio Gomez and folklorico dance artists Mariana Olivas and Jessica Grossman for a hands-on (and feet-on) session of music making and dance.
Exploring genres including:
Mexican son jarocho
Aztec dance
Afro-Peruvian music
Brazilian capoeira
Thank you to our event partners at Tacoma Arts Live!
Tacoma Reads is a literacy program series presented in partnership by the City of Tacoma's Mayor's Office and Tacoma Public Library. The theme of Tacoma Reads 2024 is Rhythms of Resilience, and we invite readers of all ages to explore this theme by reading the book selected for their age group, attending curated programs, and engaging in discussion.
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Where is it happening?
Tacoma Public Library (Wheelock Branch), 2560 N Washington St, Tacoma, WA 98406-5842, United States,Tacoma, WashingtonEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
