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"Tastes of Memory": An Evening of Readings -- An Official Brooklyn Book Festival Bookend Event

Tuesday, September 22, 20267:00 PM
Free
Inspired by a phrase from New York Times critic Ligaya Mishan, six writers share their works exploring the complex interactions of food and memory. Featured readers include Crystal Hana Kim, Eve J. Chung, Abeer Hoque, Kuhu Joshi, Vasvi Kejriwal, and Sumaiya Aftab Ahmed, along with guest of honor Ligaya Mishan.

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About Astoria Bookshop

Established in August 2013, this queer woman-owned business was founded to serve the diverse and vibrant Western Queens community through a physical storefront and e-commerce. It has since become a beloved local independent landmark.story_potoo

36-19 30th St, Astoria, NY 11106
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