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There Went the Neighborhood @ A2BFF

Join us Saturday, June 1st in Ann Arbor. Come to see a collection of great films and celebrate with us at the A2 African American Festival.

Joins us for: There Went The Neighborhood: The Closing of Jones School, a documentary made by the Ann Arbor District Library and 7 Cylinder Studios.

In the making of this film, 7CS filmmakers and AADL archivists interviewed over thirty former Jones students and Black community leaders. They shared memories of Jones School and "The Old Neighborhood"—the areas now known as Kerrytown and Water Hill. A filmed walking tour, studio interviews, and historical photos form the core of the film. Run time is approximately 40 minutes.

Showing First Come First Seated at Third Mind Books at:

2:20 pm

3:50 pm

5:10 pm

6:50 pm

See it for FREE courtesy of the Ann Arbor District Library at

118 E Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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