African American Interest
Highlights
October 8, 2018 For more information contact: Jodi Krahnke Head of Youth Services 734-482-4110 x1304 jodi@ypsilibrary.org …
Jason Reynolds’ book Ghost featured in the Ypsi Family Read
Jason Reynolds’ “Ghost” kicks off the Ypsi Family Read
The Ypsi Family Read brings kids and families together to …
Events
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Book Day Celebration
Thursday, April 5 | 6:30 pm |YDL-Michigan
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African American Genealogy
Saturday, February 17 | 10:30 am |YDL-Michigan -
African American Read In
Saturday, February 17 | 12:00 pm |YDL-Whittaker -
African American Genealogy
Saturday, March 17 | 10:30 am |YDL-Michigan
Resources
A collection of interviews of Ypsilanti residents who lived through the Jim Crow era, fought racism during WWII, and led the local Civil Rights movement.
A large collection of census, vital, military, and immigration records for genealogy research. Access available on library computers only.
Book Lists
The Fall 2018 Family Read Ghost by Jason Reynolds is recommended for students in grades 3-8. We want everyone to participate at the October 13 Field Day, so here’s a short list of suggested books for younger readers. Is the one you want checked out? Le …
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Great recently published books for kids ages 2-8 by African American authors.
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