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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
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Fulton County Library System — Auburn Avenue Research Library, 101 Auburn Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA
Charis Books and More + Charis Circle and the Auburn Avenue Research Library welcome Natalie Baszile in conversation with Tayari Jones for a celebration of Friends and Family , a piercing examination of friendship and loyalty as two best friends find themselves at odds over their beliefs on race, identity and allyship, especially when it comes to their teenage children. Listed from Fulton County Library System's public calendar. Details and registration: https://fulcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6aa462aed969270055347dab
Fulton County Library System — Auburn Avenue Research Library, 101 Auburn Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA
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