​Robert Dortch’s Cool Fire: A Black Man’s Poetic Odyssey is more than a collection of poems and photography — it's a testimony. A journey through identity, desire, joy, freedom, curiosity, and resilience. At its core, it reimagines Black masculinity for today's world, expanding what strength, vulnerability, love, and self-expression can look like.
 

This evening is designed to slow down, open up, and share space. Come ready to reflect, listen, and share together.
 

Food, refreshments, and drinks will be available for purchase.

 

Cool Fire will be available for purchase @ the event.  
 

We'd love for you to come prepared to share your favorite poem from the Cool Fire collection!