BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//sebbo.net//ical-generator//EN NAME:Barrie Public Library X-WR-CALNAME:Barrie Public Library BEGIN:VEVENT UID:38c15bb1-56d2-4c63-8722-ae6e6a5bc460 SEQUENCE:0 DTSTAMP:20260807T091048Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T120000 SUMMARY:THRIVE: Our Voices in Motion LOCATION:Downtown Branch\nDowntown Branch X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Downtown Branch;X-APPLE-RA DIUS=10;X-TITLE=Downtown Branch:geo:44.39203,-79.6883638 GEO:44.39203;-79.6883638 DESCRIPTION:Join us for an arts-based Black History Month program for yout h that explores identity\, resilience\, and creative self-expression throu gh literature\, lived experience\, and performance..\nhttps://barrielibrar y.libnet.info/event/15635175 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The program is anchored by a short excerpt from Johnny Lightning and the Magic Yellow Yam by local author Roxann Whi ttingham\, which introduces themes of being judged\, reframing difference\ , and discovering purpose. These themes are then deepened through a youth- safe spoken-word performance\, titled 'This Woman'\, which models how pers onal experiences can be transformed into artistic expression.

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Part icipants are guided to reflect on these stories and create original works\ , poetry\, music\, drama\, visual art\, or movement?that express their own voices. The session concludes with 'optional' sharing and reflection in a supportive environment that affirms youth identity and creativity.

\n< p>To learn more visit Rox of Hope \;

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