Blerds and Black creatives are invited to an evening of expression to center and celebrate the many experiences of being cool, awkward and Black.

This event coincides with the January 10th release of Cool. Awkward. Black., a YA anthology of short stories. Karen Strong, the anthology’s editor, and Tracy Deonn, a contributor to the anthology, will be joining us as special guests.

There will also be light refreshments, spoken word, swag, and more! Friends, family, and all ages are welcome. This event will be held at the historic Varsity Theatre on Franklin St.