November 4, 2024 | View in browser
 Evanston, IL - On Sunday, December 8, the Evanston Public Library Robert Crown Branch (1801 Main St.) will be hosting Celebrate the National Crown Act from 2 - 4 p.m. The Library is looking for hairstylists and fashion designers willing to show off their skills and creations. We are also looking for panelists to discuss their work in this field, promote their business, and answer a few questions/provide helpful tips to attendees.
Hairstylists, designers and small business owners can register here: https://bit.ly/epl-crown-act-registration.
This event will educate and address hair discrimination against BIPOC, specifically Black people, define the importance of the National Crown Act, and participants will have the chance to sign the national petition pushing for policy change. Learn more about the event here: https://bit.ly/crown-act-event
With the assistance of professional hair care specialists, such as curly hair specialists, locticians, barbers, hair stylists, and skin care experts, participants get to learn from a panel of hair experts, experience a mini hair and fashion show to highlight the panelists' creativity and expertise, and receive a very brief hair consultation. Participants will also have the opportunity to share their own individual stories and/or hair care journeys. The event will also showcase Black-owned hair care products and participants will be entered in a raffle to win some hair care freebies.
Please contact Tracy Olasimbo at tolasimbo@cityofevanston.org with questions.
For almost 150 years, the Evanston Public Library has provided educational, culturally-rich resources for all residents, helped children prepare for school through the joys of reading and learning, celebrated Evanston’s diversity, and helped residents find information they seek. The Library is more than a building of books; it is a place to meet, connect, learn and explore. To learn more, visit https://www.epl.org.
Media Contact: Maura El Metennani, Interim Marketing & Communications Manager, melmetennani@cityofevanston.org
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