The Westchester Library System (WLS) will hold its 11th annual African American Writers & Readers Literary Tea on Monday, January 19, 2009 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Abigail Kirschs Tappan Hill in Tarrytown, NY. The Literary Tea, which kicks off a month-long celebration of African American history, literature, and culture throughout the Countys 38 public libraries, is co-sponsored by the Westchester County Chapter of The Links, Inc.
This years event will be hosted by Melvin Burruss, Esq., President of the African American Men of Westchester, Inc., with Honorary Chair Cheryl Brannan, President/CEO of Sister to Sister International, Inc. Authors to be honored include Kimberly Seals-Allers, Asha Bandele, Tonya Bolden, and Kimberla Lawson Roby. Last years event recognized veteran newsman Dominic Carter, media personality Rene Syler, publicist/clinical social worker Terrie Williams, and historical romance writer Beverly Jenkins.
WLS annual Literary Tea affords us the perfect opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the significant literary contributions made by the African American community, said John Smith, WLS Interim Director. The enthusiasm of the authors, sponsors, and committee members, coupled with the importance of the topic, makes this a truly special event in Westchester.
Ticket prices for the 11th annual African American Writers & Readers Literary Tea are $75 for general admission and $100 for Tea Friend, which includes admission to a pre-event reception and photo opportunity with the authors. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call (914) 231-3226.
The Westchester Library System is located at 540 White Plains Road, Suite 200, Tarrytown, NY 10591. For a complete list of programs and events throughout the Westchester Library System, visit the WLS website at www.westchesterlibraries.org.
About the Westchester Library System
The Westchester Library System (WLS) includes 38 member public libraries located throughout the County and is one of New York State's 23 public library systems. WLS and its member libraries have a total collection of 5.4 million items, including 3.7 million books, as well as audio recordings, videocassettes, DVDs, print serials, and other materials. The mission of the Westchester Library System is to ensure that all residents have seamless access to excellent library service throughout Westchester County. The Westchester Library System serves as a center of innovation for the Westchester County library community. We provide model programs, affordable and easy-to-use information technology, and support services that enable libraries to continuously improve service to their communities. For more information, please visit www.westchesterlibraries.org.
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