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Juneteenth Poetry Reading w/ Alyshia "Mocha Goddess" Bradley

Celebrate Juneteenth with poet Alyshia "Mocha Goddess" Bradley as she reads from her collections and shares works by influential Black authors in an evening of powerful storytelling and reflection.

Join us for an inspiring and powerful Juneteenth celebration featuring local author and poet Alyshia "Mocha Goddess" Bradley as she shares excerpts from her deeply moving poetry collections, Thank You Resiliency But I Am Tired and I See You Mocha Mocha.

This intimate and thought-provoking evening will highlight themes of resilience, identity, freedom, and the Black experience, as Bradley brings her words to life through passionate readings. In addition to her own poetry, she will share selections from other prominent Black authors and poets, celebrating the power of Black voices in literature.

What to Expect:

• Live poetry readings by Alyshia "Mocha Goddess" Bradley
• A celebration of Black literature, featuring works by influential Black authors
• An engaging, heartfelt, and reflective atmosphere

No registration required—just bring an open heart and a love for poetry!

Come be a part of this powerful literary celebration, honoring freedom, heritage, and the enduring strength of Black voices through poetry.

If you have questions, please contact the La Plata Branch at 301-934-9001 or email laplataref@ccplonline.org.

Author Bio: Alyshia Bradley is a 34 year old actress, author, and singer from Lusby, Maryland. She graduated from Coppin State University with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Urban Arts. "I believe art, and healing go hand in hand, it has looked that way for me my entire life. I've used art and psychology to make sense of my world, and my place in it as a black woman. I'll always be a living advocate for art, and healthy mental health practices." She has 2 books published so far, Thank You Resiliency, But I Am Tired, and I See You Mocha Mocha both detailing her healing journey through poetry and short stories. She is currently finishing her fifth book. You can find her on Instagram or on Facebook at Honestly, Mocha Goddess.

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