The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is thrilled to welcome Carol Moseley Braun to Toledo!
ABOUT THE BOOK:
In 
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, Moseley Braun details her stormy childhood in post-World War II Chicago up to her many firsts since entering politics in the 1970s, shattering ceilings and making history: The first Black woman ever elected to the Senate. The first Black woman on the Senate Judiciary committee. The first woman to represent the state of Illinois in Congress. The first Black woman to serve as a U.S Ambassador to New Zealand.
Yet her journey to Capitol Hill and to international renown was not an easy one, rife with obstacles, controversies, and lessons learned. In this memoir, Moseley Braun candidly shares the story of her extraordinary life in a fascinating narrative filled with poignant, powerful, and sometimes funny stories. Born into a family of New Orleans jazz musicians and Alabama farmers whose history of activism and military service dates back to the Civil War, Moseley Braun talks about her remarkable life including:
· Marching with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and her engagement during the civil rights, women’s and Black Power movements
· How her unusual encounter with a bird catapulted her into politics
·How Gloria Steinem, Maya Angelou and Hollywood celebrities supported her groundbreaking Senate campaign
· Passionately filibustering against the Confederate Flag on the Senate floor
· The friendships and alliances made throughout her storied career, from Joe Biden to Hillary Clinton and Ted Kennedy
· Running for president as the lone woman in a field of men
· How meeting icons Rosa Parks, Nelson Mandela and Dr. Dorothy Height inspired her
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 is a story of perseverance, a moving narrative from a once-in-a-generation icon, steeped in the history of our nation. Carol Moseley Braun offers readers her uniquely American story and an optimistic letter to future generations on the work we have done and have yet to do, to ensure that the United States lives up to the promise of liberty and justice for all.
“My life has been filled with serendipity, adventure, and adversity,” said Carol Moseley Braun, who was sworn in as Chair of the United States African Development Foundation in 2024. “Every experience has been anchored by my strong faith in God.”
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Carol Moseley Braun
 served as the first African American woman in the U.S. Senate from 1993 to 1999. In the Senate, her legislative initiatives ran the gamut from championing women’s health to civil rights. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Illinois and received a Juris Doctorate from the University of Chicago. Following law school, one of her earliest positions was as an Assistant United States Attorney, where she garnered the Attorney General's Special Achievement Award. Carol is a frequent on-air guest political analyst and has been featured in numerous broadcasts, radio podcasts, and profiles.
A devoted mother and proud grandmother of twins, she faithfully serves on the Consecration Committee for the Episcopal Diocese. This is her first book, written in collaboration with award-winning journalist Donna M. Owens.
ABOUT THE PRESENTATION: 
There will be a forty-five minute moderated conversation followed by a brief audience question and answer. 
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What are my parking options at the event?
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What time do the doors open? 
General admission seating starts at 6:30 p.m.
Are there assigned seats? 
No. Seating is general admission, but the purchase of a ticket does guarantee you a seat.
Is handicapped seating available?
 Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements, please call 419.259.5199 at least one week prior to the event.
Will an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? 
We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event - if you require this service, please contact us at 419.259.5199 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
 Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed.
Will the author hold a book signing after the talk? 
Yes, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
 Call the Library at 419.259.5200.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
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Note:
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Can I get my book if I don’t attend the event?
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What is the refund policy? 
Tickets will be refunded 
only
 if the event is canceled.
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Toledo is an ancient city of Spain, 70 kilometers south of Madrid. The city has a long history and was once the capital of Spain. The architecture combines Gothic, Moorish, Baroque and other styles. Toledo was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987 for its rich historical and cultural heritage and unique urban landscape. 🚗 Transportation Guide From Madrid to Toledo Ancient City, there are three main modes of transportation: 1️⃣ Train: From Madrid Atocha Railway Station, about 30 minutes to Toledo Railway Station, fare &euro;10. After 20 minutes walk to the Old Town. 2️⃣ Bus: Take the subway to Plaza Eliptica, transfer to ALSA bus directly to TOLEDO, round-trip fare is about 9.6 EUR, 50 minutes one way. Bus time will vary depending on traffic conditions, but usually about 1 hour. 3️⃣ Group tour: It is very worry-free to have a Chinese tour guide 🏰 Main attractions ⭐️ Toledo Cathedral 💒 Tickets: &euro;10 Opening hours: Spring and summer 10:00-18:40, autumn and winter 10:00-17:40 The exterior building has a beautiful view and is a good place to take pictures and punch in. ⭐️ Toledo Castle (Alc&aacute;zar de Toledo) 🏰 The castle combines Moore, Visigoth and Christian styles and is a microcosm of Toledo&#39;s history. The appearance is unique, although the city wall has been damaged for historical reasons, it is still worth seeing after reconstruction. ⭐️ Valley Observation Deck (Mirador Del Valle) 🌄 Walk to the observation deck to take a panoramic view of the ancient city. Down the mountain road, you can walk through the Alcantara Bridge (Puente de Alc &aacute;ntara) and return to the ancient city. ⭐️ The author of the Cervantes statue Don Quixote has lived here many times in his life. Some scenes in the novel are based on this 💰 Souvenir 1️⃣ Double Eagle Model Refrigerator Sticker/Keychain Double Eagle is the city emblem here. You can&#39;t see it elsewhere. Memorial significance 2️⃣ Malaysian leather gold silk inlaid jewelry black gold jewelry jewelry is very beautiful leaving here the price is doubled and the style is not much, I didn&#39;t buy regret 3️⃣ knife Swiss military knife prototype from Spain, here store has a lot of knives to sell, the style is unique. Remember to buy it and put it in your checked luggage

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The ancient city on the way from Madrid to Cordoba by car, because time is only hurried to the cathedral, St. Martin Bridge, and the observation deck. This ancient city is still worth a day of shopping.

San Martin's Bridge

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Located on the west side of the ancient city of Toledo, the San Martin Bridge is a medieval bridge across the Tagus River. Construction began in the 13th century and was completed in the late 14th century.
Two Gothic-style defense towers stand at the bridgehead. The five-arch stone bridge with one large arch and four small arches is similar to the Zhaozhou Bridge in my country.
Looking at the stone bridge, the mottled appearance tells the vicissitudes of history, the city emblem at the bridgehead shows the immortal glory, and the monastery in the distance blooms with a tall figure...

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Toledo&#39;s Alcasar Castle, located at the highest point of the ancient city, the condescending castle, has a long history and a lot of fate. In the third century, a Roman palace was built; in the tenth century, Muslims conquered Toledo and built the ancient city&#39;s commanding heights as a fortress; In the eleventh century, Christianity recaptured Toledo and built a castle there; during the reign of Carlos I in the sixteenth century, the castle was converted into a royal palace. His successor, Philip II, moved to Madrid, and the castle lost its original status as a prison, barracks, workshops and army academy. During the Spanish Civil War, the castle was severely damaged in the war. After the war, Franco ordered the castle to be rebuilt and preserved as it was. The castle is now spectacular and still in the same state; the bottom of the castle has a few ruins left for memorial; the main body of the castle has become a military museum and library; On the top floor of the castle, 360&deg; without dead ends will have a panoramic view of the ancient city.

Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes

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The cloisters and church are full of beautiful details, well worth a look. Wonderful old monastery. Although it is a bit far from the center of Toledo, it is worth visiting. The ticket was quite reasonable, only 3 euro per adult.

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