Experience Baltimore’s cultural music and murals in our walking tour through the stacks. The music is curated from the PGCC’s catalog, to include articles, videos, plays/musicals, and books/ebooks. Murals are photographs by Maria Wolfe, who spent around a year taking photos and documenting the locations and artists names before creating @BaltiMurals on Instagram. The PGCC […]
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2 events,The Baltimore Memories and Murals Exhibit features: Lawrence Burney’s Memories -Celebrating the 2026 One Maryland One Book author of No Sense in Wishing: Essays. Walk in the stacks, slow down, observe, and reflect on themes from the book: music, Baltimore culture, fatherhood, belonging, and communities. He is also the author of True Laurels. And Iandry […] |
5 events,Lawrence Burney — No Sense in Wishing: Essays – with Hanif Abdurraqib Want to discuss “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney at your book club? Here’s your chance. Each Book Club in a Bag kit contains 5 copies of “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney, 5 bookmarks, a link to a Readers’ Guide and additional book-related activities, and links to information about author visits.
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Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. […] |
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Book discussion for the One Maryland One Book selection: “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney |
7 events,In his essay collection No Sense in Wishing, Lawrence Burney heavily features Bob Marley in the essay titled “Time Will Tell”. This chapter focuses on the ritual of passing down music to his daughter, using Marley’s songs as a foundation to connect and communicate with her.
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We’re excited to officially kick off the 2026 One Maryland One Book (OMOB) programming season and author tour with a virtual event featuring Lawrence Burney, author of this year’s title No Sense in Wishing. Burney will be in discussion with Maryland Humanities about what inspired him to write the book, the role of cultural criticism, and what he […]
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This month, join us for lively conversation of the 2026 One Maryland One Book selection, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities and the Maryland Center for the Book, sponsored by The Institute of Museum and Library Services […] |
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Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. […] |
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Join us for an evening of Books and Wine with our One Maryland One Book 2026 selection. Stop by the Snow Hill Library to pick up your book, then meet for a great discussion at Tides & Vine. Must be 21 |
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“No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney, our One Maryland One Book 2026 selection. Stop by the Snow Hill Library or the 50plus Center to pick up your copy. Discussion at Snow Hill 50plus Center. |
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Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check […]
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Please join us as we discuss the 2026 One Maryland One Book, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore. “There are moments in our lives when we discover an artist, an album, a film, or a cultural artifact that leaves a lasting impression. These moments inform how we understand the world, […]
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Every great song holds a memory. Whether it’s a track that reminds you of growing up, a melody that ties you to your hometown, or an album that got you through a specific era of your life, music shapes who we are. Join us for a unique, guided personal essay workshop inspired by this year’s […] |
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Please join us as we discuss the 2026 One Maryland One Book, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore. “There are moments in our lives when we discover an artist, an album, a film, or a cultural artifact that leaves a lasting impression. These moments inform how we understand the world, […] |
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Join us for a discussion of this year’s OMOB title by culture writer and critic Lawrence Burney, essays on the black music diaspora, belonging, and Baltimore. |
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Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. […]
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A personal and analytical essay collection from culture critic Lawrence Burney that is a personal and analytical look at his home city of Baltimore, music from throughout the global Black diaspora, and the traditions that raised him. |
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Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. […]
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Join us for a discussion of the 2026 One Maryland One Book selection, No Sense in Wishing by Lawrence Burney.
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Bold titles, refreshing talk! Everyone’s welcome! 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050. Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check […] |
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Pick up a copy of the One Maryland One Book at the Berlin branch and then meet us at Forgotten 50 for a lively discussion. |
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Book lovers from Carroll County and beyond are invited to this special event celebrating literacy, stories, and community. This event is free for all ages. Please note: some events will require tickets or advance registration. Featuring 100+ national bestselling and indie authors (Including Lawrence Burney) Book signings, panel discussions, and author talks Children’s character breakfast […] |
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Join zine publisher Paul Armentano and University of Maryland archivist and curator John Davis for a panel that explores the historical impact and cultural significance of zines! Panelists will discuss the crucial role zines played in promoting communication and awareness among bands and their fans, and how zine networks laid the foundation for the rise […] |
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Book discussion for the One Maryland One Book selection: “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney
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Join us for a discussion of the 2026 One Maryland One Book selection No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney. No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney is a personal and analytical essay collection that showcases his home city of Baltimore, […]
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Easton Book Club. Free and open to the public. No registration required. |
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Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the Edgewood Activity Center for a spirited book discussion. Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call […]
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Please join us as we discuss the 2026 One Maryland One Book, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore. “There are moments in our lives when we discover an artist, an album, a film, or a cultural artifact that leaves a lasting impression. These moments inform how we understand the world, […] |
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Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. […]
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Potomac Book Club – Join a group of adult readers in discussing “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney at the CCPL Potomac Branch, located at 3225 Ruth B. Swann Drive, Indian Head, MD 20640 (301) 375-7375.
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Join us for a lively discussion of this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities and the Maryland Center for the Book, sponsored by The Institute of Museum and Library Services via […] |
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Join our host, Sista Big, for an evening of powerful words and fresh perspectives. Share original work or listen as community voices explore themes of change, justice, and hope through poetry and music. All experience levels welcome. |
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Join our VIRTUAL book discussion for lively, welcoming conversation where readers can share insights, reactions, and favorite passages from “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney. Registration is required. For additional information, see CCPLonline.org – Events – September 26, 2026.
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Creative writing, we’ve heard of it, but what is it really? Join us at Centre branch as we explore the in’s and out’s of creative non-fiction within this year’s One Maryland One Book No Sense in Wishing. Professor Melissa Reddish from Wor-Wic Community College, and a published author herself, will lead us on a short […]
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Join us for a discussion of the 2026 One Maryland One Book selection No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney. No Sense in Wishing: Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore by Lawrence Burney is a personal and analytical essay collection that showcases his home city of Baltimore, […] |
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Book discussion for the One Maryland One Book selection: “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney
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Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our book discussion group is for you! We will feature a different book at each meeting. Come join us at Carroll County Public Library’s North Carroll location for a sharing of good books and ideas. This month’s selection is the 2026 One Maryland One Book title […]
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This month’s selection will be “No Sense in Wishing” by Lawrence Burney: There are moments throughout our lives when we discover an artist, an album, a film, or a cultural artifact that leaves a lasting impression, helping inform how we understand the world, and ourselves, moving forward. In No Sense in Wishing, Lawrence Burney explores […] |
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Book Discussion at St. Michaels Branch Library. Free and open to public. No registration required. |
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Join us to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This […]
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Open book club meeting featuring OMOB title No Sense in Wishing
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Copies of the One Maryland One Book are available at the Pocomoke Branch Library. |
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Join Vivian Fisher from the State Library Resource Center at Pratt Library for a lively discussion on the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural and social movement in the 1920s and 1930s defined by an outpouring of African American literature, theater, music, and art. Discuss the origins of the historically significant time period and explore some of […]
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On Saturday, 10/3, Lawrence Burney will be discussing “No Sense in Wishing-this year’s One Maryland One Book selection-with broadcast journalist and video producer Alana Yzola-Daly, at BAAM Athletic Center, located at 21 Jowite Street, Easton, MD, from 5-7 p.m. The event will open with a musical performance by Friends in Faith, a local gospel group. […] |