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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 29

All guests will receive a copy of both chapbooks. As always, the event is free, but registration is required.

Register today: www.eastman.org/moment

#InThisMoment585 #ROCEvents #RochesterBlackLeaders #BlackLuminaries #ROCBooks #BookRelease #BlackStories

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 29

The program begins with a reception in the Wolk Concourse at 7 p.m., followed by a panel discussion with the honorees moderated by April Franklin at 7:30 p.m.

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 29

Both honorees will be joined on stage by essayist Rob Bell and photographer Narada Riley and essayist Dr. Tokeya C. Graham and photographer Cocoa Rae, respectively.

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 29

Register NOW to attend our next book launch and panel discussion on Monday, September 29 at 6:30pm at George Eastman Museum honoring Pastor Julius D. Jackson Jr., and Professor Emerita Arlette Miller Smith!

Register here: www.eastman.org/moment

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 11

You can also access all of our books in our Chapbook Archive!

Take a look here: www.inthismoment585.org/chapbook-arc...

Drop your top ‘cool down’ activity in the comments—we might steal it! 😎📚

#SupportYourLocalLibrary #ThingsToDoThisWeekend #ChapbookSeries #InThisMoment585 #RochesterNY

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 11

Trying to avoid the heat + looking for something to do this weekend? ☀

This is your sign (and friendly reminder) that our chapbooks are available at every local library! 📚

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 10

'Sometimes people use the tool, the camera, as a weapon against marginalized communities. I think a lot of anxiety comes in people because they worry about how they will be represented."

We wish you the happiest of birthdays, Joshua! 🎊🎁 #BlackPhotographer #BWPhotography #InThisMoment585

In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 10

In the portion of his Unrest in America series about the murder of Breonna Taylor inside her home in Louisville, KY, he spent time with, and photographed her loved ones, the combination of grief and affection brutally palpable. On the subject of subjects, he explains,

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Jul 10

If you see this, leave a comment to wish Joshua a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎉🎉🎉

📸: @hoytephoto
About Joshua, @frannywrites writes: "Joshua treats his subjects with undeniable tenderness...

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 30

Make sure to grab your spot to hear more from Chris and Dr. Myra Matis-Uwanogho on 5/19 at 6:30pm!

Register here: www.eastman.org/event/free-a...

#WritersLife #WritingHacks #Essayist #CatsofInstagram #CatPhotos #WriterLife #InThisMoment585

In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation - Volume 3 | George Eastman Museum

The George Eastman Museum presents the latest In This Moment discussion. The panel will feature Christopher Coles, CaTyra Polland, Dominique Alexandria Simmonds, Myra Mathis-Uwanogho MD, Chris Thompso...

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 30

And as for writer's block?

"Fortunately, I have yet to suffer writer's block too badly. But I always have trouble with the initial paragraph, so I write from the middle out. I get to the meat of the message and frame it out from there." (4/?)

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 30

Other spots are @UglyDuckCoffew and @LivingRootsWine. I pour a coffee or wine, put on the music, and vibe for 5 minutes before getting down to business."

Chris is the essayist for one of our luminaries being honored on 5/19 at 6:30pm at @eastmanmuseum--Dr. Myra Matis-Uwanogho. (3/?)

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 30

We asked Chris Thompson about where he sits down to start writing about our luminaries. For him, it's "the dining room table next to a bay window, with Lofi Afrobeats playing in the background. Occasional cat on lap. (2/?)

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 30

A cat to keep you company and afro beats in the background? Sounds like our kind of workspace. 🐈🎧💻🥰 (1/?)

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 18

Never a dull moment behind the scenes here at In This Moment!

We hope we put a smile on your face on this lovely Friday afternoon! 😁😎☀️

#BlooperReel #BookLaunch #InThisMoment585 #Bloopers #FridayVibes #BehindTheScenes #FunnyReels

In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 18

"I just want to look like I'm not bald" is CRAZY. 🤣

This is what happens when you get us in front of a camera, especially when it's about our book launches! (Btw, did you register for our next panel on 5/19?!) 📚👇🏾

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 17

To hear more about CaTyra's approach to writing, follow us for more behind-the-scenes looks at our process with documenting the stories of Black luminaries and join us on 5/19 at George Eastman Museum at 6:30pm!

#BlackWriters #NationalBlackAuthorsDay #BlackAuthor #WritersBlock #InThisMoment585

In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 17

It starts with either her home office or a local coffee shop. We asked her about a writing block hack of hers and she had this to say, "One of my writer's block hacks is to take a break! I spend time away from the writing project."

What's YOUR writer's block hack?

Let us know below! 👇🏾

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 17

Writers: How would you handle this situation?

You need to write 1000 words or less about a luminary who dedicated decades of their lives to serving their community?

For Catyra Polland, like many of our essayists, she was up to the task (and we're grateful for her)! 👇🏾

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 9

The event is free but registering in advance is required. Secure your seat and register today: www.eastman.org/event/free-a...

#BookLaunch #StrengthinDiversity #RochesterNY #RochesterNYEvents #EastmanMuseum #GeorgeEastmanMuseum

In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation - Volume 3 | George Eastman Museum

The George Eastman Museum presents the latest In This Moment discussion. The panel will feature Christopher Coles, CaTyra Polland, Dominique Alexandria Simmonds, Myra Mathis-Uwanogho MD, Chris Thompso...

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 9

...to time. With independently published free chapbooks, ITM shares community leaders' stories, images and life’s dedication to uplifting our communities.

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 9

IN THIS MOMENT unveils, amplifies and preserves the stories of contemporary Black luminaries from across the Rochester area. We provide educational resources that restore and repair historic narratives that would have been lost...

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 9

Did you register yet for our upcoming book launch and panel discussion honoring Dr. Myra L. Mathis-Uwanogho & Christopher Coles? Register today for your chance to hear from them and our contributing photographers and essayists on May 19 at 6:30pm at the George Eastman Museum!

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In This Moment: Revolution, Reckoning, Reparation @inthismoment585.bsky.social · Apr 2

We have a chapbook with your name on it! (Well, technically @iknowstanley and @luvonsheppardart's names), but stop by @hydracoffeehouse today and get a free chapbook!

I (Jeanne) will be here until 12:30pm! Be sure to grab a coffee too on your way out! ☕️

#RochesterNY #FreeBooks

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