What we’re about
Welcome fellow Readers! This is an African-American book club in Denver for Black people to discuss issues of race in America regarding African-Americans, Black Americans, and the Black diaspora worldwide. This is an inclusive and progressive group and all Black people are welcome to join. The main purpose of the group is to foster community in Denver amongst the Black diaspora. This group reads and discusses books by Black authors and based on the comfort level of members in the group, we choose whether to conduct meetings virtually or in person, possibly at a Denver library, coffee shop, or other decided upon venue.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Castlewood Canyon Hike-Outdoor Afro and the African American Book Club of DenverCastlewood Canyon State Park, Franktown, CO
Who: Outdoor Afro and the African American Book Club of Denver!
What: “Soil” by Camille T. Dungy. Collaboration event with Outdoor Afro of Colorado to discuss this book.
When: May 3rd, 11AM MST
Where: Castlewood Canyon – trailhead to be announced the week before the hike. The book discussion will be preceded by a short, beginner hike (all experience levels are welcome to join us!)
Why: To experience nature and enjoy our right to outdoor activities and fun with other Black people in our fostered community.
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Please Sign The Waiver! Thank You!!
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It’s happening! The long-anticipated event with Outdoor Afro of Colorado! We are discussing the book “Soil” by Camille T. Dungy, a memoir of Dungy’s life that discusses the relationship between humanity, the earth, and social justice. We will be meeting at Castlewood Canyon State Park (the exact trailhead will be determined soon and announced here), where we’ll embark on a short hike to the amphitheater and then discuss the book. This hike is for all levels and will be mostly on a paved trail with a small portion (15-20%) ascending in elevation, so please don’t hesitate to attend if you’re a beginner or your hiking skills are rusty.
Please arrive on time, if only to be able to easily find adequate parking, and bring some essentials such as water, a small snack, and sturdy shoes. Attached is a hiking waiver that must be signed before you can attend this event, but don’t worry! This is a very manageable and safe hike for those who have little hiking experience. And for those who have more experience, maybe we can arrange a more difficult hike soon!
Please join us to discuss this impactful book, in the presence of nature, while enjoying community! I hope to see you there!
-austin
