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Freedom Fair kicks off Aug. 11

Published 07/30/2012 12:00 AM
Updated 07/27/2012 03:54 PM

The Writers Block, InK, in collaboration with Connecticut Landmark's Hempsted House, announces its upcoming Freedom Fair Aug. 11 and 12 from 1 to 5 p.m. at The Hempsted House in New London.

The Freedom Fair is a two-day event with a performance by The Boys on the Block titled "Wealth in Skin: Creative Historical Freedom Stories," a montage of poetry, singing, spoken word and short scenes. The Writers Block, InK also will debut previews of its summer production, "Breaking Ground," a work that grapples with issues of homelessness, abuse, divorce and mending broken relationships.

For more information, call (860) 442-5265. A suggested donation of $5 at the door will support The Writers Block, InK and CT Landmarks.

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