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 Native Americans have always had much to teach us. Here are three books highlighting their perspectives.
1. Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer (book, eaudiobook, ebook): The author, a botanist as well as a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, introduces the reader to plants and animals from both a scientific as well as a spiritual, mythic perspective. Braiding Sweetgrass nurtures an awareness of the importance of ecological balance in our world.
2. A Land So Strange: The Epic Journey of Cabeza de Vaca, the Extraordinary Tale of a Shipwrecked Spaniard who Walked across America in the Sixteenth Century by Andrés Reséndez (book): Apart from being a riveting tale of survival in an unknown world, this account of the journey of three surviving Spaniards offers an introduction to Native American culture across North America in the 1530s: their humanity and spirituality, their reliance on the bounty of nature, and not least their susceptibility to European diseases.
3. The Round House: A Novel by Louise Erdrich (book, eaudiobook, ebook): Louise Erdrich is one of America’s most celebrated writers of Native American heritage. One of her most suspenseful novels, with moments of laugh-out-loud humor, this coming-of-age story set on a North Dakota reservation in 1988 follows young Joe Coutts as he sets out to avenge the brutal rape of his mother at the hands of a non-Indian, who by law can’t be prosecuted by their tribal government.
For more book recommendations try LitMatch, and we will send you a custom list of recommendations just for you. And be sure to check out An Indigenous History of the Upper Great Lakes Region on May 11 and 18.
Dr. Michael Allen, principal of Oakton Elementary School and a whole-hearted humanitarian, is the latest guest on The Check Out podcast! 2020 was a big year for Dr. Allen: he was named Elementary Principal of the Year by the Illinois Principals Association and he published his book Brotherly Love, co-written with his brother Gilbert.
As a college student, Dr.Allen removed Gilbert from an unstable home life and enrolled him in high school in Valparaiso, Indiana, where Michael was a college undergraduate. This challenging experience, born out of love, made Dr. Allen realize his life’s mission: to be there for those who are vulnerable and to liberate everyone searching for the freedom to be themselves. Today his brother is a social worker in Chicago pursuing a doctorate degree. Listen at epl.org/thecheckout or wherever you hear podcasts.
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Butterfly Sky: Stop by the Robert Crown Branch Library to see a live display of Painted Lady butterflies during various stages in their life cycle! Plus, pick up materials to make a simple butterfly sun catcher. Beginning Saturday, May 1. Read more.
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Mother's Day Craft Kit: Come by the Evanston Public Library Main Children's Desk or the Robert Crown Branch Library and pick up a kit to make a special card for Mother's Day! Beginning Saturday, May 1, while supplies last.
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Legacy of School Segregation in Evanston: Join Shorefront Legacy Center Founder Dino Robinson, Mary Barr, author of Friends Disappear: The Battle for Racial Equality in Evanston, and Evanston youth organizers for a two-part conversation about the history of school segregation in Evanston and the impacts on the modern student experience. Register.
- Part One: Investigating our History from Different Perspectives. May 13, 7 pm.
- Part Two: Visions for a Community School in the 5th Ward. May 20, 7 pm.
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An Indigenous History of the Upper Great Lakes Region: Learn about the “treaties” by which Native people were expelled from our region, the significance of tribal sovereignty, and how empowered Native nations are invoking treaty rights in contemporary environmental struggles.
- This two-session mini-course focuses on the history of the region from a First Peoples' perspective. It is taught by Professor Patty Loew, Director of Northwestern's Center for Native American & Indigenous Research through a collaboration with the Northwestern Emeriti Organization (NEO). Class sessions take place on two successive Tuesday evenings, May 11 and 18, at 7 pm. Register.
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History Book Discussion Group: Polio: An American Story & Related Fiction by David Oshinsky. Monday, May 3, 7 pm. Register.
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Science Fiction & Fantasty Book Group: The King of Elfland's Daughter by Lord Dunsany. Wednesday, May 5, 7 pm. Register.
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Midwest Address Author Literary Lunchbreak: Megan Giddings, author of Lakewood, in conversation with Maxine Mei-Fung Chung. Thursday, May 20, 12 pm. Register.
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True Crime Book Club: The Killer Across the Table: Unlocking the Secrets of Serial Killers and Predators with the FBI's Original Mindhunter by John E. Douglas & Mark Olshaker. Tuesday, May 25, 7 pm. Register.
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Midwest Address Author Literary LunchBreak:
Badia Ahad-Legardy, author of Afro-Nostalgia: Feeling Good in Contemporary Black Culture, in conversation with Natalie Moore. Thursday, May 27, 12 pm. Register.
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Outside the Lines: A Graphic Novel Book Club: The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir by Thi Bui. Thursday, May 27, 7 pm. Register.
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10th Ward Lit showcases the talented and diverse voices of writers all over Evanston! Submissions for the first issue of the magazine, "The Coronavirus Issue," are welcome now through May 31. Poetry, short fiction, creative nonfiction, sequential fiction (comics), photography, and illustration will all be accepted. Learn more about the submission guidelines and how to submit here.
 Memory Café. Experience a weekly, virtual social hour for people on the memory loss spectrum and their care partners. This week's cafe will focus on music. Thursday, May 6, 11 am. Read more.
Mental Health is Essential Series: A Time to Talk: Erin Tegge, Prevention Project Manager with PEER Services, will facilitate a conversation about talking with young people regarding drug and alcohol use. Tuesday, May 11, 7 pm. Register.
The Science of COVID-19: In this Zoom webinar, biologists from Northwestern University will provide information about COVID-19 and answer questions about the vaccines. Wednesday, May 12, 7 pm. Register.
La Ciencia del COVID-19: Traiga sus preguntas, comentarios o inquietudes sobre la vacuna COVID-19. Este grupo de estudiantes doctorados de la Universidad de Northwestern responderá a inquietudes tales como cómo funcionan las vacunas, si los efectos secundarios son normales, qué significa realmente la eficacia de la vacunas y también habrá respuestas sobre los efectos adversos raros de la vacuna J&J y mas! Wednesday, May 19, 7 pm. Register.
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Virtual Northwestern Nonprofit Meetups: Attend a virtual meetup for emerging nonprofit leaders and those new to the sector to broaden awareness across a breadth of management topics in a flexible, online offering. Nonprofit Management Essentials is fully funded by The Allstate Foundation and powered by content from the Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management. Monday, May 3, 11 am. Register.
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The State of Small Business Assistance: Join this panel discussion with representatives from the offices of Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, State Representative Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, and the Small Business Advocacy Council on the current landscape of government resources available to benefit small businesses. Panelists will be available for questions. Tuesday, May 4, 9 am. Register.
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Foreclosure Prevention Workshop: This workshop focuses on providing education for homeowners to understand the various options available to assist them to avoid foreclosure. Topics covered will include information on the foreclosure process, how to adapt financially, guidance for rebuilding credit, preparing for life after foreclosure, and more. Thursday, May 27, 4 pm. Register.
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SCORE Free Small Business Mentoring: Volunteer business leaders can help you as you start or manage a business. Make appointments online at https://northchicagoscore.org or contact bob.strauss@scorevolunteer.org for scheduling assistance.
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May is Asian Pacific Heritage Month. Check out the Kitchen Table Stories Project! It's a multimedia healing justice project centering the voices and narratives of the local Asian and Pacific Islander diaspora. They've compiled book lists, local activities, and events taking place in the Evanston area and beyond throughout May 2021.
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