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Events in November 2022

  • - “Writing About Culture: Appropriate or Appropriation?”
    “Writing About Culture: Appropriate or Appropriation?”

    “Writing About Culture: Appropriate or Appropriation?”


    November 3, 2022

    Thursday, November 3, 2022

    6:30-8:00 PM, doors open at 6:00

    Riverside Main Library Community Room

    3900 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501

    Free and open to the public.

     

    When is it okay to write about a culture that is not your own? Can it be done, or should you avoid it entirely? Why? Hear from leading voices on multiculturalism and literature, and learn how to avoid pitfalls to write with sensitivity and respect.

    Moderated by Minerva Canto. Panelists will include Carlos Cortés, Yi Shun Lai, Terria Smith, James Coats, and Ellen Estilai.

    A pre-panel lineup of writers will read and share their work beginning at 6:30. Booksellers will be on hand to share, sell, and sign their books beginning at 6:00 PM.

  • - Conversations at the Culvery with Nikia Chaney and Lisbeth Coiman
    Conversations at the Culvery with Nikia Chaney and Lisbeth Coiman

    Conversations at the Culvery with Nikia Chaney and Lisbeth Coiman


    November 6, 2022

    Inlandia Institute and UCR Arts Present

    Conversations at the Culvery with Nikia Chaney and Lisbeth Coiman

    Sunday, November 6, 2022, 1:30-3:00 PM

    Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts, 3834 Main St, Riverside

    Free and open to the public, but an RSVP is requested:

    https://tinyurl.com/CulverNikiaChaney

    Inlandia is excited to announce a return to the Culver Center for a brand new season of conversations. Poet, author, and educator Nikia Chaney will take the stage with writer Lisbeth Coiman to discuss Chaney’s groundbreaking memoir, ladybug. Come for the conversation – and stay for the celebration! November 6 marks the official debut of ladybug, published by Inlandia Books.

    Books will be available for sale and signing. Refreshments will be served. An RSVP is requested, but not required: https://tinyurl.com/CulverNikiaChaney