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DURHAM, NC · TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026 · LIBRARY

Shelf Sessions w/ Freedom

Shelf Sessions are back for Library Fest!

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An artist's still-life corner with sketches and brushes, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Main Children's Programming Room, Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

About the event

Shelf Sessions are back for Library Fest! We have a special live musical performance from rapper, Freedom Johan.

He will be performing original songs and talking about his musical inspiration and journey throughout the evening.

Come take a break from reading or studying to enjoy some live and local music right here in our Main Library!

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