 FOR ADULTS
Tue, May 10, 6:30 pm
POETRY PERFORMANCE
Lantana Road Branch (Phone: 304-4500)
Local poets will explore Haiti’s culture, politics, and
literature as they present their poetry to the community
at large. (2 hr.)
Thu, May 12, 6:30 pm
AUTHORS’ PANEL & BOOK DISCUSSION
West Boynton Branch (Phone: 734-5556)
Local authors will present and discuss their books
about Haiti. Come debate Haiti’s history, culture,
society, literature, and current events while sharing
your opinions for its future. (2 hr.)
Tue, May 24, 6:00 pm
ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS PRESENTATION
Greenacres Branch (Phone: 641-9100)
Winners of the 2011 Haitian Heritage Month Essay
Contest will share their visions for the future of Haiti
and debate their opinions about the current situation
of the country following the devastating earthquake
of 2010. (90 min.)
FOR CHILDREN
“CRICK?” “CRACK!” HAITIAN STORIES
WITH MAUDE HEURTELOU
Mon, May 09, 6:30 pm
Okeechobee Blvd. Branch (Phone: 233-1880)
Wed, May 11, 6:30 pm
Lantana Road Branch (Phone: 304-4500)
Thu, May 26, 6:30 pm
West Boynton Branch (Phone: 734-5556)
Discover an aspect of the Haitian heritage that is
both unique and universal. Delight in the magic of
Haitian stories in a re-creation of the family tradition
of nighttime entertainment, bringing to life
imaginary characters that stay with children for
generations. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister.
TIP, TAP!
Thu, May 12, 3:30 pm
Lantana Road Branch (Phone: 304-4500)
The Haitian culture has a rich tradition of storytelling.
Come listen to some favorites! We’ll dance,
laugh, and create a craft. Ages 4-7. (45 min.) Preregister.
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