America's Cassandra: Connie Converse at 100

Connie Converse could see the future. A trailblazing songwriter, composer, performer, thinker, activist, writer and community organizer, Converse (1924-?) spent her known life engaged with creative and intellectual pursuits that pointed toward many of today's cultural preoccupations, including: pioneering the DIY indie musician model; railing against fascism; agitating against institutional racism: exploring the roots of human conflict; and experimenting with alternative methods of public education. There was only one problem: she was invisible.

Join us for a talk with author Howard Fishman as we learn about the life, music and the mystery of Connie Converse.

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