This revelatory novel plunges readers into the halls of a residential school for the deaf, where they'll meet Charlie, a rebellious transfer student who's never met another deaf person before Austin, the school's golden boy, whose world is rocked when his baby sister is born hearing and February, the headmistress, who is fighting to keep her school open and her marriage intact, but might not be able to do both. True biz? The students at the River Valley School for the Deaf just want to hook up, pass their history finals, and have politicians, doctors, and their parents stop telling them what to do with their bodies. THIS EVENT IS FREE but Space is limited so you must RSVP.TRUE BIZ (adj./exclamation American Sign Language): really, seriously, definitely, real-talk Watchung Booksellers will be selling books at the event and a signing will conclude the evening.
So, come feed your belly and feed your mind with us and INVITE LOTS OF FRIENDS! Our shared meals, prepared by our skilled female cooks, reaffirm our families’ rich cultural heritage and competence, building a path to greater social integration.The United Tastes of America is a 501(C)(3) registered charity." bring together resettled refugees and local residents at supper clubs and corporate events, breaking barriers and building bridges. "The United Tastes of America builds belonging and integration for refugees and asylum seekers through shared food, social enterprise and community connections. Laura Wald, leader of the local BK Book Club and the Founder of Freewoods Films, will lead the evening with an interview, a Q&A with the audience, and an interactive game of Pictionary with the illustrator and selected members of the audience.įOOD! We are honored to have The United Tastes of America and Gladys Catering in attendance! Come hungry and enjoy the diverse food of America that will be for sale by local, refugee and immigrant-owned caterers. Sara Novic is an award winning author (Girl at War) and translator, creative writing professor, and deaf rights activist.Īlison Kolesar is an artist and illustrator of over 100 books and immigrant from Scotland. *Resolve in the New Year to Meet Your Neighbors, Build Relationships, Support Local Businesses and Read More!Ĭome meet the Author and Illustrator of the newly released America is Immigrants. *A True Celebration of our Diverse Local Community and larger American Community. *A Very Special Community Book Event that Everyone Can Enjoy! A Fun, Free, Community Event with the Author and Illustrator of the Newly Released Book AMERICA IS IMMIGRANTS (ASL interpreter provided)
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