Author Talk: A Conversation with Dr. Maxine Smith

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Maxine Smith on her book "The Midnight Mayor of Charleston (The Henry Smith Story). Like the book and told in six chapters, this discussion series will take place at six different branches with each location mirroring a different chapter and featuring appearances from leaders and members of the community. Space will be limited. Call your branch to register for this event today!

"The phenomenon of a “midnight mayor,” a black man who took care of the social and political needs of his community at a time when few could vote or had any legitimate political power, is an interesting one, but it was not uncommon during Henry Smith’s lifetime..." - Damon L. Fordham, M.A.

Join every Thursday starting April 21 at 5:30 p.m.

JOHN L. DART LIBRARY: Thursday, April 21
CHAPTER I: Segregation: Moving in Two Worlds
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CYNTHIA GRAHAM HURD-ST.ANDREWS LIBRARY: Thursday, April 28
CHAPTER V: Friendship: Helping Others – Education
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MAIN LIBRARY: Thursday, May 5
CHAPTER III: Influence: Getting Things Done - Honesty and Generosity
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JOHN'S ISLAND LIBRARY: Thursday, May 12
CHAPTER IV: Family
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WANDO MOUNT PLEASANT LIBRARY: Thursday, May 19
CHAPTER II: Business: The Customer Is Always Right
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MAIN LIBRARY: Thursday, May 26
CHAPTER VI: Mentorship: Grandfather Image – Lessons Learned and Kindness Shared
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