Black August Book Sale and Workshop

DCA Cultural Center Event Featured Events Workshop

Date

August 22

Time

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cost

Free entry, no RSVP necessary.

Organizer's Site

wgsac.wordpress.com/2026/08/04/black-august-book-sale-tie-dye-workshop/

Council District

City Council District 10
Event Schedule

The Friends of William Grant Still Arts Center are having a Book Sale fundraiser for Black August!
Join Kumasi, member of the Slausons social club/street organization, prison movement leader, and comrade of Soledad Brother George Jackson, in conversation with a special guest for a discussion on Black liberation, organizing, and the legacy of Black August.

Browse hundreds of books for just $4 each or 3 for $10, with all proceeds benefiting the Friends of William Grant Still Arts Center. Enjoy a community tie-dye station, light refreshments, or bring your own brown bag lunch.

August 22nd | 11am - 4pm
Books: $4 each or 3 for $10
Community tie-dye station
Suggested tie-dye donation $20

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