Arts and Entertainment

Clark will explore how centering Black joy in children’s literature is not only a critical act of representation, but also a pedagogical tool for fostering inclusive literacy practices that celebrate diversity and shared humanity.

Read-In events continue from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday evening with a community program at Railroad City Cultural Center, 1247 14th Street, in downtown Altoona.

The play is a frank exploration of someone pushed to a breaking point by the relentless machinery of life, expectation, and convention.

The play is a frank exploration of someone pushed to a breaking point by the relentless machinery of life, expectation, and convention.

Attendees are invited to read or perform their own work or music or share a favorite piece of poetry or prose. Participants will be invited to sign up at the beginning of the program.