Storytelling Nine White Women in the Freedom Movement Monday, February 19, 7:30pm Constance Curry is one of nine authors of Deep in Our Hearts, a powerful collection of essays by white women who came of age during the civil rights movement and committed themselves to the struggle for racial equality and justice. The book explores why these women crossed the color line in the days of segregation to join the Southern Freedom Movement and how this experience shaped their lives. Curry, author of Silver Rights and co-author of The Fire Ever Burning, was the first white woman appointed to the executive committee of SNCC & served as southern field representative for the Mississippi AFSC. * * * * * * * Storytellings Storytelling night provides the opportunity to hear the life stories of a variety of peoples and gives voice to underrepresented groups such as ex-offenders, senior citizens, gays, youth, immigrants and homeless people. They also provide a forum to exchange perspectives at a personal level on experiences such as war, civil rights marches, parenting issues, and illness. Optional à la carte dinner at 6pm is followed by storytelling at 7:30pm. Reservations recommended (215) 386-9224. Open seating at bar for drinks, snacks or desserts. Singles welcome at group tables. See other Storytellings

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