Beauchamp Branch Library will host its Human Library this coming Saturday, April 18 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. One of the human books is local author Maggie Simone, who was just featured on the cover of New Times! Below is a complete listing of the human books available at this event. If you’d like to attend and want to sign up for a time slot, please call Beauchamp at 315-435-3395. Or you can just show up on Saturday!
Book1:
My Life as a Tattoo Artist
Learn about what its like to have tattoos and to tattoo for a living. Ron, co-owner of Halo Tattoo, has been creating custom artwork for 20 years!
Book 2:
Road to Recovery: OCD & Addiction
Local author Maggie Simone will share her personal experiences in dealing with OCD and Addiction. You may also read about this in her new book, “Body Punishment”.
Book 3:
Fighting Fires: Women Can Too!
A female firefighter shares what it’s like to work in predominantly male field.
Book 4:
How Reading Changed My Life
A retired teaching assistant shares her passion for reading. Even after retirement she continues to promote cultural literacy in her community and volunteers her time teaching children and families the importance of reading.
Book 5:
Life after Gangs
For over two decades General Davis chose a life of crime, gang activity, gun violence, and destructive behaviors until he was able to see his life headed down the wrong path. You may read more about this in his book, “Death Road”.
Book 6:
From Rookie to Seasoned Officer
Officer Dennis Burlingame will share what it was like starting out in the Syracuse City police Department.
Book 7:
From the Congo to America
A refugee from the Congo will share her journey to America.
Book 8:
Living Life on Life’s Terms
Learn about one woman’s journey from childhood to adulthood and her early struggles and eventual recovery from drug addiction.