Melanated and Animated – Blacks and Asians in Anime and Manga

6:30 Doors / 6:45 Talk, Panel, Q&A / 8:15pm Social

Join us at Restoried Bookshop for Melanated and Animated — a panel discussion on exploring the ways in which Black and Japanese cultures have influenced each other. All members are welcome, membership is free, and Meetup+ not required!

This Spotlight focuses on Black and Asian cultural dialogue through manga, anime, and fiction. This event brings together a diverse group of local guests for a lecture, panel discussion, and Q&A. We’ll tackle the characters, collaborations, cross-cultural connections that underpin the stories and communities we love.

LOGISTICS
• Accessible via Kedzie Brown Line & #93. Metered parking available.
• Open to the public. Arrive promptly to secure a seat and settle in.
• Please support our host with a purchase. No outside food or beverages.
• Mask to your comfort. Cancel and message if symptomatic.
• We expel No-Shows and last-minute Dropouts.