Story Hour for Grown-Ups

About this event

Adults: 18 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years. "The Transformation from Silence in Language and Action" by Audre Lorde Take a break from your busy day by listening to a live reading of a short story, speech, essay, book chapter, or poem. This month we are presenting this powerful speech which reminds us all that when we are silent, everything remains the same, but silence only damages the silent and what is unspoken build walls around ourselves and other. In keeping with the spirit of the upcoming holidays, Lorde also describes some of the days of the Festival of Kwaanza. We will look further into the meanings behind each of the days. If you wish to attend in person, no registration is required. How to Attend This event is available in person and online. Attend in person at HWLC, 7th Floor Authors Room 400 S. State Street Chicago IL 60605 Attend online via Zoom The Zoom Waiting Room will open a half-hour before the program begins. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.