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Meet Author Hafizah Augustus Geter

in conversation with A.E. Osworth

2022-09-29 19:00:00 2022-09-29 20:00:00 America/New_York Meet Author Hafizah Augustus Geter Join us when author Hafizah Augustus Geter visits to discuss her new memoir, <i>The Black Period</i> with and A.E. Osworth. South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch - Meeting Room A+B+C (120)

Thursday, September 29
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-09-29 19:00:00 2022-09-29 20:00:00 America/New_York Meet Author Hafizah Augustus Geter Join us when author Hafizah Augustus Geter visits to discuss her new memoir, <i>The Black Period</i> with and A.E. Osworth. South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch - Meeting Room A+B+C (120)

South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch

Meeting Room A+B+C (120)

Join us when author Hafizah Augustus Geter visits to discuss her new memoir, The Black Period with and A.E. Osworth.

About the author:

Hafizah Augustus Geter is a Nigerian American writer, poet, and literary agent born in Zaria, Nigeria, and raised in Akron, Ohio, and Columbia, South Carolina. She is the author of the poetry collection Un-American, an NAACP Image Award and PEN Open Book Award finalist. Her writing has appeared in The New Yorker, Bomb, The Believer, The Paris Review, among many others. The poetry committee co-chair of the Brooklyn Literary Council, she is a Bread Loaf Katharine Bakeless nonfiction fellow, a Cave Canem poetry fellow, and a 92Y Women inPower Fellow and holds an MFA in nonfiction from New York University, where she was an Axinn Fellow. Hafizah lives in Brooklyn, New York.

In her new memoir, The Black Period, Hafizah creates a space for the beauty of Blackness, Islam, disability, and queerness to flourish, celebrating the many layers of her existence that America has time and again sought to erase.

At nineteen, she lost her mother to a sudden stroke. Weeks later, her father became so heartsick that he needed a triple bypass. By her thirties, she was constantly in pain, pinballing between physical therapy appointments, her grief, and the grind that is the American Dream. Hafizah realized she’d spent years internalizing the narratives that white supremacy had fed her about herself. Suddenly, she says, I was standing at the cliff of my own life, remembering.

Recalling her parents’ lessons on the art of Black revision, and mixing history, political analysis, and cultural criticism, alongside stunning original artwork created by her father, renowned artist Tyrone Geter, Hafizah maps out her own narrative, weaving between a childhood populated with Southern and Nigerian relatives; her days in a small Catholic school; a loving but tragically short relationship with her mother; and the feelings of joy and community that the Black Lives Matter protests engendered in her as an adult. All throughout, she forms a new personal and collective history, addressing the systems of inequity that make life difficult for non-able-bodied persons, queer people, and communities of color while capturing a world brimming with potential, art, music, hope, and love.

Hafizah Augustus Geter will be in conversation with A.E. Osworth, a transgender novelist and a Visiting Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University. Their debut, We are Watching Eliza Bright, was a finalist for the Oregon Book Award and long listed for The Center for Fiction’s First Novel Prize, the Brooklyn Public Library Literary Prize, and The Tournament of Books. They also have a decade-long career writing nonfiction on the internet, which includes a stint as Geekery Editor for Autostraddle and as a columnist for Catapult. You can also find their work on GuernicaElectric Literature and Quartz, among others.

 

Books will be available for purchase and signing courtesy of Mac's Backs - Books on Coventry.
 

 
 
 
 

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South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch

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Phone: 216-382-4880
Fax: 216-382-4584
Branch manager
Steve Haynie

Hours
Mon, Nov 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 01 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Dec 02 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Dec 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

The City of South Euclid will conduct a resurfacing project on South Green Road between Mayfield Road and Cedar Road that we anticipate will result in travel delays. The resurfacing project is expected to begin Monday, April 3, 2023, and continue through late fall. During that time, we encourage all visitors to the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library to plan accordingly and allow themselves ample travel time. The South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch will remain open for normal hours of operation during construction.  

Click here for more information about the Green Road resurfacing project from the Cuyahoga County Department of Public Works.

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Fri, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writer’s Center Conference Room (65)
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Sat, Dec 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Mon, Dec 04, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
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Mon, Dec 04, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Drop in to explore different maker techniques and materials with other teens after school. All supplies provided.

Mon, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Mon, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 2
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Mon, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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Tue, Dec 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Tue, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B+C (75)
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Tue, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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MYCOM youth councils are composed of young people age 10+.  The goal is to engage the youth through educational initiatives.

Tue, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
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Tue, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (45)
Dr. Jackie Robinson of Notre Dame College will discuss the meaning of the blood pressure numbers, factors that contribute to blood pressure, and ways to control blood pressure.

Tue, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C (30)
Professor and book collector, Ken Palko of Notre Dame College, will discuss some of the treasures he's found and present a short “field guide” to book collecting that can inform your own adventures.

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Wed, Dec 06, 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Wed, Dec 06, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Wed, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Wed, Dec 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Wed, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Homework Center (56)
Learn about the equipment and software in the Audio and Video Recording Studios throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.

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Thu, Dec 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
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Thu, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
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Fri, Dec 08, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Fri, Dec 08, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Fri, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writer’s Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.

Sat, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (45)
Learn how to make a batch of hot cocoa mix, for your own sweet indulgence or to give as a gift. All supplies will be provided.
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Mon, Dec 11, 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Mon, Dec 11, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Mon, Dec 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Drop in to explore different maker techniques and materials with other teens after school. All supplies provided.

Mon, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 2
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Mon, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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Tue, Dec 12, 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Tue, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (45)
Learn the basics of this high-energy dance style from dance instructor Andrea Belser McCormick.

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Storytime Room (40)
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Study Room 2
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Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Dec 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writer’s Center Conference Room (65)
Six-month fiction writing workshop focused on short stories and novel chapters. Led by Isaiah Hunt.
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Thu, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Thu, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
One-on-one help in the Memory Lab

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Make custom greeting cards for any occasion using markers, stickers, washi tape, stamps and more!

Thu, Dec 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (30)
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Study Room 2
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Tech Classroom (16)
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Fri, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writer’s Center Conference Room (65)
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Mon, Dec 18, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Mon, Dec 18, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Mon, Dec 18, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Drop in to explore different maker techniques and materials with other teens after school. All supplies provided.

Mon, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Mon, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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Tue, Dec 19, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

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Wed, Dec 20, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Wed, Dec 20, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Wed, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B+C (75)
Join the library and your little mover for hands-on exploration and play designed to develop motor skills and engage their brains.

Wed, Dec 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

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Thu, Dec 21, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Thu, Dec 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Thu, Dec 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writer’s Center Conference Room (65)
Bring 15 copies of your one-page poem for feedback.

Canceled
Fri, Dec 22, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Fri, Dec 22, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Fri, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writer’s Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.

Canceled
Tue, Dec 26, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Canceled
Tue, Dec 26, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.

Tue, Dec 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.

Canceled
Wed, Dec 27, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Wed, Dec 27, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Wed, Dec 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A+B+C (120)
Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).

Wed, Dec 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Wed, Dec 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Canceled
Thu, Dec 28, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Thu, Dec 28, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Thu, Dec 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writer’s Center Conference Room (65)
Mindfully assess this year and shape the next one.

Canceled
Fri, Dec 29, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Intake sessions for Cleveland Housing Network. Please contact the branch to be forwarded to the specialist.

Fri, Dec 29, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Schedule a time with an Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) Career Counselor. They can connect businesses to job seekers and provide career services to all Ohioans.

Fri, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writer’s Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.

Sat, Dec 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room B+C (75)
Can't make it to midnight? Ring in the New Year with the library and your little ones and enjoy stories, music, games, and treats!