Dear Keith,
We would like to wish all of the dads a Very Happy Father's Day!
Remember, Father's Day is Sunday, June 15th so come in today to get your dad a special gift. Visit our web site
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Monthly Gallery Specials
Click on the "Gallery Specials" link on the left to see the great deals we have for you during the month of June.
You can only get to the Specials Page via our monthly newsletters. There is no link to this page from our web site. (Also, No other discounts apply)
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Book Signing
Saturday, June 28th
2:00pm - 4:00pm
My Quest To Ghana by Keith Gillis
Step through this historic journey with Ohio author, Keith Gillis, as he chronicles his trip to West Africa to learn about his heritage. He will lead you through one of West Africa's largest markets. He will take you across the treacherous bridges of the Kakum Rain Forest. His emotional encounter with the Elmina Slave Castle will echo in your memory for years to come.
Take this journey with Keith as he connects the dots to the land of his ancestors. His "Quest" is finally fulfilled at the "Gate of No Return".
More info about author & book... Keith Gillis will discuss and sign copies of his new book. |
African Headrests
 Headrests are found in many countries in Africa and were used by both men and women.
Headrests were typically small pillow-like objects made of wood. They had shaped or concave upper pillow platforms and a base, showing uniformity in shape and decoration according to region or tribe.
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Book Signing
George Washington Carver: Scientist, Artist & Musician by Dr. Lemoine Pierce
Thursday, June 19, 2008 @ 6:30pm
Auburn Ave Research Library Author's & Writers' Lounge,
3rd Floor
101 Auburn Ave. Atlanta, GA 30303
Dr. Lemoine D. Pierce will discuss and sign copies of her book "George Washington Carver: Scientist, Artist & Musician". This book explores the lesser known aspects of this well-known African American inventor.
Free and open to the public
More info call 404-730-4001 ext. 303
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National Black Arts Festival
The National Black Arts Festival is a year round cultural celebration. This year is the festivals 20th Anniversary Celebration. They invite you to join them in Dance, Music, Film, theatre, Visual Arts and Literary Arts of Africa and the African Diaspora.
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Sincerely,
Keith Washington
Wallene Jones
Gems of Africa Gallery
404-876-8200
Tues-Sat 12-7pm & Sun 12-5pm |
