Join us for an afternoon drop-in & discussion of The Family Outing, a memoir that traces my family's unique journey out of our many closets.

This month’s selection is “The Family Outing,” by Jessi Hempel, who will join us in person! Copies are available at the circulation desk. We will meet in person in the library meeting room. Any questions? Contact book group moderator Nancy Janow at njanow@sopl.org

The Josephine Jones Speaking Lab (Jo Jo Lab) is hosting Jessi Hempel, author and host of the award-winning podcast Hello Monday,. Hempel will discuss her new memoir and trends in media, communication, and journalism

Jessi is excited to be in conversation with PFLAG of Charlotte, NC! Stay tuned for more information about the event and learn more about PFLAG Charlotte here.

Jessi will be signing books and talking to readers at Thank You Books in Birmingham. We would love to see. you there. Learn more at Thank You Books website.

Jessi will give a keynote at the annual Lesbians Who Tech conference.

Learn more here.

Join us for an online conversation with the author of a striking and remarkable literary memoir about one family’s transformation, with almost all of them embracing their queer identities. Register for the virtual event here.

Jessi will be appearing at Church of the Redeemer as part of MFOB. In conversation with Eric Kim, moderated by Rakesh Satyal. Learn how to watch the conversation from home.

Jessi in conversation with activist Ritchie Jackson, author of Gay Like Me.

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Jessi will be in conversation with Jackson Budinger of the Trevor Project. This event is both in person and will be broadcast live. Find our more and snag a ticket.

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