On Thursday, February 4th, a program of traditional and new African American song, poetry, storytelling and spoken word performances will be presented as part of the 2016 Springfield African American Read-In. The program will take place from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr.
Presentations will be made by students from Central High School and Parkview High School, as well as by local community readers and poets. The event is free to the public and appropriate for all ages. Refreshments will be served following the program.
The Springfield African American Read In (AARI) celebrates African American authors and promotes reading in the community. This year’s theme, “African American Memories and Stories,” features live performances inspired by African American experience and culture. A second event, entitled “A Visit with the Principals” will take place on Thursday, February 11th from 7-8:30 p.m. at Drury University.
The Springfield AARI is a 7-year partnership of five organizations: Missouri State University and MSU Libraries, Springfield-Greene County Library District, Springfield Public Schools, Drury University, and the Springfield Chapter of the NAACP.