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June 9, Poetry Rx with Dr. Norman Rosenthal. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Rosenthal about his new book, Poetry Rx: How 50 Inspiring Poems Can Heal and Bring Joy to Your Life (G&D Media, May 4, 2021). Norman E. Rosenthal, M.D., is a clinical professor of psychiatry at Georgetown Medical School and was the psychiatrist who first described seasonal affective disorder and pioneered the use of light in its treatment during his 20 years at the National Institute of Mental Health. He has researched other innovative psychiatric treatments and is the author of several books including the New York Times bestseller Transcendence: Healing and Transformation through Transcendental Meditation and the national bestseller Super Mind. He currently maintains a private clinical and coaching practice in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, D.C. His work has earned him national and international attention in the world of psychiatry and psychology, as well as in the media.
June 30, Sisters in Crime Craft Mysteries Panel. Local authors and members of the Chesapeake Chapter of Sisters in Crime, Mary Ellen Hughes, Libby Klein & Grace Topping, will discuss "crafty" mysteries. The panel will be moderated by Cathy Wiley.
July 21, Caribbean Escape: A little bit of sun, a dollop of fun, a trip across the seas and oceans as we explore the Caribbean diaspora. Join Caribbean Lit Book Club host Ann Marie Harvey of the Clifton Branch and Julie Johnson of the Roland Park Branch for a round up of the books we've read for our book group. Perhaps we can tempt you to join us on our next "trip"!
August 4, Book Chat with Pratt: Ny'a Chamberlain, Black Business Month Feature
August 11, August is Black Business Month! Join Pratt's Business and Nonprofit librarians to chat about new business books and learn about nonprofit organizations working in Baltimore to support the Black business community.
This event is part of Summer Break Baltimore, a fun, free program for all ages that encourages literacy and learning in our community.
The conversation will be broadcast on the Enoch Pratt Free Library Facebook page. It can be watched after the broadcast on the library's Facebook Live. Click here for the Live video library.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St, Baltimore, United States