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Interest: African American Interest

Growing the YDL Oral History Collections

Published: December 15, 2023

Passionate and influential local food growers are recording their stories in the Ypsilanti District Library’s oral history archives.

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YDL receives Great Stories Club grant from the American Library Association

Published: July 25, 2023

Grant will allow librarians to lead book clubs with underserved teens

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Jean Winborn to be featured on “Finding Your Roots – Family Sagas of Pride and Perseverance”

Published: March 17, 2023

Join Detroit Public TV and PBS Books Wednesday, March 22, at 8 p.m. ET, for a fascinating look at new techniques for unravelling the mysteries of African American genealogy, including a conversation with YDL’s very own Jean Winborn!

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Celebrate Women’s History Month with YDL!

Published: February 28, 2023

March is Women’s history Month, a month dedicated to honoring the accomplishments of women in the past and present.

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Explore the A.P. Marshall African American History Archive

Published: July 15, 2022

Have you checked out the A.P. Marshall African American Oral History Archive?

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Celebrate Juneteenth with YDL

Published: June 8, 2022

June 19 is Juneteenth, a now-federal holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the U.S. Read on to learn more about Juneteenth.

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Martin Luther King, Jr.
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Published: January 12, 2022

Learn about community events and YDL resources that commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy.

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Ypsi Stories Episode 5: Ypsilanti’s Palm Leaf Club

Published: March 3, 2021

Episode 5 of Ypsi Stories.

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Celebrate Black History Month with YDL

Published: February 1, 2021

Black History Month is every month at YDL! Check out some ways you can celebrate in 2021.

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Committing to Compassion

Published: December 29, 2020

Last year brought challenges. It also brought opportunities for compassion, community, and patience. In addition to the pandemic, racial unrest throughout the country forced us to think about how we make a community work for everyone. This year, renew your commitment to personal and community growth. In the spirit of spreading knowledge, here are some tools and tips for achieving your resolutions and becoming a more informed and engaged citizen. Talk to your family about race Research from the American Psychological Association shows some preschoolers may have already developed racist beliefs well before adults start talking about race with them. …

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NEH For All the World to See Virtual Tour

Published: December 22, 2020

The virtual tour and accompanying activities for the NEH For All the World to See exhibit are ready to explore!

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For the Whole World to See: Civil Rights Bibliographies

Published: December 21, 2020

Browse this selection of books and DVD titles that discuss different aspects of the Civil Rights Movement, from the ’50s and ’60s. This list is a part of the For All the World to See exhibit.

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Look Both Ways

Published: September 5, 2020

The Ypsi Family Read brings our entire community together around one book. This season’s pick is Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds.

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Town Hall Anti-Racism Series: Talking with Kids about Race and Racism

Published: September 2, 2020

Our final installment in our family townhall anti-racism series.

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Town Hall Anti-Racism Series: Self-Care, Community Care, and Reflection

Published: July 28, 2020

Join YDL Storytme presenter Kristen Hamilton and Kekere Freedom School to learn about anti-racism.

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Town Hall Anti-Racism Series: Community Transformation and Uplifting the Voices of Young People

Published: July 22, 2020

Join YDL Storytme presenter Kristen Hamilton and Kekere Freedom School to learn about anti-racism.

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Town Hall Anti-Racism Series: Youth Empowerment and Radical Imagination

Published: July 13, 2020

Join YDL Storytme presenter Kristen Hamilton and Kekere Freedom School to learn about anti-racism.

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New Kid by Jerry Craft
Graphic Novels for Kids and Teens by BIPOC Authors

Graphic novels for kids and teens by BIPOC authors.

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Town Hall Anti-Racism Series: The Power of Stories

Published: July 8, 2020

Join YDL Storytme presenter Kristen Hamilton and Kekere Freedom School to learn about anti-racism.

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Race Relations

Book lists, movies, and activities for all ages to increase understanding about race.

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