February 24th, 2015, 6:30-7:30PM John Steinbeck Library 350 Lincoln Avenue Salinas, CA 93901 Come meet Jan Batiste Adkins, author of the book African Americans of Monterey County, at the John Steinbeck Library, on Tuesday, February 24, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM.

Sunday, February 22nd, 2015, 9am Friendship Missionary Baptist Church 1905 Florida Street, Vallejo, California 94590

Sunday, January 25th, 2015, 3pm Embassy Suites Monterey Bay Seaside 1441 Canyon Del Ray Blvd. Seaside, CA 93955 Book Discussion Light Refreshments Book Signing RSVP to...

Radio Interview – Arts In The Valley – African Americans of San Francisco – March 2014

San Jose City College faculty member Jan Batiste Adkins’ book African Americans of San Francisco focuses on what Blacks have contributed to the greatness of San Francisco. Jan’s book is important for all to read and I think it’s especially important for young Black boys and girls who’ll have the opportunity to see themselves in lights that are positive, powerful, and HISTORICAL. Click here to see original...