Ayana Contreras Q&A + Book Signing

1506 East 53rd Street,Chicago IL 60615

28 February, 2022

Description

Join us for a Q&A and Book Signing with Ayana Contreras on her debut book, Energy Never Dies: Afro-Optimism and Creativity in Chicago From Afro Sheen to Theaster Gates and from Soul Train to Chance the Rapper, Black Chicago draws sustenance from a culture rooted in self-determination, aspiration, and hustle. In Energy Never Dies, Ayana Contreras embarks on a journey to share the implausible success stories and breathtaking achievements of Black Chicago's artists and entrepreneurs. Past and present generations speak with one another, maintaining a vital connection to a beautiful narrative of Black triumph and empowerment that still inspires creativity and pride. Contreras weaves a hidden history from these true stories and the magic released by undervalued cultural artifacts. As she does, the idea that the improbable is always possible emerges as an indestructible Afro-Optimism that binds a people together. Passionate and enlightening, Energy Never Dies uses the power of storytelling to show how optimism and courage fuel the dreams of Black Chicago. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join us at the Silverroom on Monday, February 28 from 6-8pm, and get a deeper dive into Ayana's debut book release and the energies that inspired. GUEST MODERATOR TBA!!! View LIVE on our Youtube Channel, Facebook Live & Twitch!