What is First Fridays Book Club With A Twist? It's a monthly book club for those that enjoy a good read, a good talk, and meeting new people. What's the twist? Well, we have two: First, at our book club you get to meet the author, who will lead the discussion; and, second, our event begins and ends with pre and post networking receptions. First Fridays is about connecting people through shared lifestyles and so is our book club with a twist. If you are a book lover who enjoys thought provoking, in-depth discussions about literature, this club is for you. First Fridays DC - Book Club With A Twist Sponsored by Borders Books & Music We cordially invite you to this month's meeting of the First Fridays Book Club With A Twist which will be held at Bohemian Caverns and will be hosted by Jabari Asim. His book, The N Word, is our book of the month. This is not just a book signing, therefore we ask that you read the book in advance so you can join the discussion. You may purchase this month's book from our book club sponsor, Borders Books & Music, for 20% off. However, even if you don't have time to read the book, we encourage you to attend. There is no cost to join our book club discussion but we require you to RSVP due to limited seating (RSVP below). Food and refreshments may be purchased from Bohemian Caverns throughout the evening for your pleasure and convenience. If you will be attending with a group of four or more, you may reserve a table for your group by sending us an email at BookClub@FirstFridaysDC.com. SPONSOR BY: Click HERE for the Borders 20% discount coupon. First Fridays DC - Book Club With A Twist Sponsored by Borders Books & Music Wednesday, February 13, 2008 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Bohemian Caverns Liv Room 2003 11th Street, NW Washington DC 20001 [Map and Directions] Schedule 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM - Welcome Networking Reception 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Book Club Discussion By Jabari Asim 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM - Closing Reception And Book Signing Book Club Host Jabari Asim Book Description A renowned cultural critic untangles the twisted history and future of racism through its most volatile word. The N Word reveals how the term "nigger" has both reflected and spread the scourge of bigotry in America over the four hundred years since it was first spoken on our shores. Asim pinpoints Thomas Jefferson as the source of our enduring image of th e In a seminal but now obscure essay, Jefferson marshaled a welter of pseudoscience to define the stereotype of a shiftless child-man with huge appetites and stunted self control. Asim reveals how nineteenth-centur y then colluded with popular culture to amplify this slander. What began as false generalizations became institutionalized in every corner of our society: the arts and sciences, sports, the law, and on the streets. Asim's conclusion is as original as his premise. He argues that even when uttered with the opposite intent by hipsters and hip-hop icons, the slur helps keep blacks at the bottom of America's socioeconomic ladder. But Asim also proves there is a place for the word in the mouths and on the pens of those who truly understand its twisted history - from Mark Twain to Dave Chappelle to Mos Def. Only when we know its legacy can we loosen this slur'sgrip on our national psyche. About the Author JABARI ASIM is deputy editor of the Washington Post Book World. He also writes a weekly syndicated column on popular culture. His writing has appeared in Essence, Salon, the Los Angeles Times, the Village Voice, the Hungry Mind Review, Emerge, and elsewhere. He lives in Maryland with his wife and five children. Reviews "This important new book sheds light on questions that have long gone unanswered. . .Every home should have it." -- E. Lynn Harris, author of I Say A Little Prayer "In The N Word, we just might have the definitive word on the essence of power and subordination in America." -- Christopher Benson, coauthor of Death of Innocence: The Story of the Hate Crime That Changed America "Jabari Asim persuasively explains why the N word remains a slur and a symbol of inequality." -- Mary Frances Berry, Geraldine R. Segal Professor of American Social Thought and Professor of History, University of Pennsylvania

When: Sep 10, 2008 7:00:00 PM
Where: Boheimian Caverns in Washington,District of Columbia
Cost: $0
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Germantown Library

Join us for a discussion of Kiran Desai's fiction ...

When: Sep 2, 2008 7:30:00 PM
Where: Germantown Library in Germantown,Maryland
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Mystery Lovers

When: Sep 2, 2008 7:30:00 PM
Where: Barnes & Noble Booksellers Rockville Pike in Rockville,Maryland
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Knitters of all skill levels are welcome to the weekly knitting group. Share ideas, patterns and creativity with others

When: Sep 2, 2008 7:00:00 PM
Where: Borders - Waldorf in Waldorf,Maryland
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Potomac Branch Library

Chinese book discussion in Chinese Language. Ask f...

When: Sep 2, 2008 7:00:00 PM
Where: Potomac Branch Library in Potomac,Maryland
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Event Type: ESL - Literacy
Date: 9/2/2008
Start Time: 3:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Description:ENGLISH LANGUAGE WORKSHOP
Free drop-in ESL Workshop for adults. Call Mark, 703-519-3498, for info.
Library: Beatley Central Library




When: Sep 2, 2008 3:00:00 PM
Where: Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library in Alexandria,Virginia
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Join us each Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for stories and activities that will spark your childs imagination.

When: Sep 2, 2008 11:00:00 AM
Where: Vienna - Tysons Corner - Borders in Vienna,Virginia
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Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 for great stories that will spark your childs imagination.

When: Sep 2, 2008 10:30:00 AM
Where: Border's at Baileys Crossroads in Falls Church,Virginia
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Join us each Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for stories and activities that will spark your childs imagination.

When: Sep 2, 2008 10:30:00 AM
Where: Border's at Baileys Crossroads in Falls Church,Virginia
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Olney Library

Join us for a lively discussion of March by E.L. D...

When: Sep 2, 2008 10:30:00 AM
Where: Olney Library in Olney,Maryland
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The Bowie/Crofton Holistic Community hosts weekly meetings focusing on the interests of the holistic lifestyle.

When: Sep 1, 2008 7:30:00 PM
Where: Borders - Bowie in Bowie,Maryland
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We will be discussing Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende.

When: Sep 1, 2008 7:15:00 PM
Where: Postal code 20120, United States in Centreville,Virginia
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Bowie Scrabble Club

When: Sep 1, 2008 6:00:00 PM
Where: Barnes & Noble Booksellers Bowie in Bowie,Maryland
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American Girl Event

When: Sep 1, 2008 3:00:00 PM
Where: Barnes & Noble Booksellers Spectrum Center in Reston,Virginia
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Meeting in the Cafe. Hope to see you all soon. We will be meeting in the Cafe area. Sandra

When: Aug 31, 2008 7:00:00 PM
Where: Postal code 20110, United States in Manassas,Virginia
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When: Aug 31, 2008 3:00:00 PM
Where: Postal code 22101, United States in Mc Lean,Virginia
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Pam will discuss her gifts of sensing, hearing, and seeing beyond this world. She will speak with loved ones that have crossed over and give us insight into our present and future.

When: Aug 30, 2008 6:30:00 PM
Where: Borders - Woodbridge in Woodbridge,Virginia
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This former anchor and reporter for WJLA Channel 7 News has put together a political thriller filled with edge-of-your-seat suspense and intrigue with a hint of current election themes. Once you start reading, you wont want to put it down.

When: Aug 30, 2008 4:00:00 PM
Where: Largo - Capital Centre - Borders in Upper Marlboro,Maryland
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Comic conventions are a place to find good comics, fellow enthusiast, and to get a feel for what's going on in the comic world. Mini comic-cons are the same thing, just on a smaller level! Come join us for our FIRST EVER Comic Circle Mini Comic Convention. Members who wish to participate in showcasing their comics, graphic novels, statues, web comics, artwork, storylines, or ideas are more than welcome to reserve a table for this event. Location is TBA. If you are interested in reserving a table please let me know ASAP. There are currently 6 tables left for showcasing, each person gets one table only. Also if you're interested in hosting a panel or workshop please pitch me your ideas. See details below. This will be an all day event that will include: panels, workshops, food, games, costumes, and more. That means feel free to dress up as your favorite character! EVENTS Workshops 24-Minute Comics Make Me A Superhero (or Villain) Design A Product For A Superhero Movies Comic Book: The Movie JLA: Final Frontier Portfolio Reviews Panels (To be updated) How To Survive The Zombie Apocalypse Hey, Don't Look Up My Skirt! Video Games Hulk Ultimate Destruction Spiderman 3 Discussions DC Vs. Marvel People Behind The Mask New & Upcoming Comics Guidelines For Panels & Workshops Get your idea approved by August 22nd Keep panel or workshop to 30 minutes or shorter Have a clear & defined subject Have ideas for title ready Honor your commitment Provide your own props/diagrams/pictures/etc DonÂ’t have a panel that is too messy (clean-up wise) Have fun with it!

When: Aug 30, 2008 1:00:00 PM
Where: Postal code 22152, United States in Springfield,Virginia
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The book for this month is Come Get Some by Nane Quartay. You can purchase the book on Amazon.com or on Zanestore.com

When: Aug 30, 2008 12:30:00 PM
Where: Postal code 20774, United States in Upper Marlboro,Maryland
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