Dallas Reads

Comments (0) By Alex Wolens Thursday, Aug 27 2009

Related Content

More About

In 2003, leading members in South Dallas' community founded Tulisoma (a Swahili word, meaning "we read"), a literary festival that invites families and published authors to gather in celebration of literacy and the power of the written word. Sponsored in part by city council member Carolyn Davis, the African American Museum, and 97.9 The Beat, the annual tradition falls on this weekend, and will offer family activities including a poetry slam and a lecture from the Reverend Michael Waters over brunch. Must-see guests include Sonia Sanchez, referred to as "a lion in literature's forest" by Maya Angelou, and Evelyn Palfrey, a romance-thriller novelist whose work has been featured in two Chicken Soup editions. Although much of the festival is free, there are a few events which require a reservation and/or a meal fee. Events are scattered at various occasions throughout South Dallas. More information can be found at tulisoma.com.
Fri., Aug. 28; Sat., Aug. 29; Sun., Aug. 30, 2009

Related Content

Check out this week's featured ad for Services
More Ads >>
 
My Voice Nation Help
0 comments
  Livefyre
Newest | Oldest
 
VOICE Daily Deals

Slideshows»

Best of Dallas

2012 - People & Places

More People & Places Awards >

Special Reports

©2013 Dallas Observer, LP, All rights reserved.
Browse Voice Nation
  • Voice Places Dallas / Fort Worth

    Voice Places

    Find everything you're looking for in your city

  • Happy Hour App

    Happy Hour App

    Find the best happy hour deals in your city

  • Daily Deals

    Daily Deals

    Get today's exclusive deals at savings of anywhere from 50-90%

  • Best Of

    Best Of...

    Check out the hottest list of places and things to do around your city

Join
Log In