# Event Details - **Event Name**: April Ryan: "Notes on a Blacklash" - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for an evening with author and journalist April RyanAbout this EventNotes on a Blacklash is veteran White House reporter April Ryan’s gripping, soul-baring look at what happens when the world suddenly turns its full attention on you. This isn’t just the story of one viral moment with President Trump. It’s about the avalanche that follows: the scrutiny, the emotional and physical toll, and the way your identity can become fuel for headlines and hashtags.April pulls back the curtain on what it truly costs to be seen and what it takes to survive it. With vulnerability and power, she recounts the moments that made her go viral, not because she chased attention, but because she showed up authentically. Her presence, her truth, and her refusal to shrink under pressure struck a chord and sparked cultural firestorms.From a high-stakes press room showdown to the history-making decision by Vice President Kamala Harris, from the public disrespect of Stevie Wonder to the slap heard around the world, April explores how race, gender, and power collide in a world addicted to outrage and instant opinions.At its core, this book explores visibility—its price, its power, and the fight to reclaim your story when millions are watching. What does it mean to go viral when your hair is politicized, your voice is policed, and your very existence is treated as a threat? Sometimes, this is what it feels like when the spotlight finds you: uninvited, unrelenting, and impossible to ignore.About the Author:April Ryan is a renowned journalist, author, and political analyst. She hosts The Tea with April on Substack and has authored Black Women Will Save the World and Under Fire. Based in the surrounding Baltimore area, Ryan continues to amplify critical conversations on race, gender, and politics.About the Program:Doors will open to registered attendees at 6 pm.Seating for registered attendees in Central Hall is first come, first served.attendees who park at the Franklin Street Garage (15 W. Franklin Street) after 4pm. Ask Pratt event staff for your parking voucher prior to or after the program.All registered in-person attendees will receive a free copy of the book while supplies last.There will not be a book signing following the program.Free parking vouchers are available to program attendees who park at the Franklin Street Garage (15 W. Franklin Street) after 4pm. Ask Pratt event staff for your parking voucher prior to or after the program.All bags, backpacks, briefcases, etc. entering and exiting the library will be subject to inspection by security personnel. No large bags.This is a seated event with spaces reserved for individuals with accessibility needs. ASL interpretation will also be available for attendees throughout the event. If you need additional accommodations to successfully participate, please let us know at events@prattlibrary.org or 443-768-0762.There is no registration required for virtual attendance. Simply visit the Enoch Pratt Free Library's Facebook or YouTube page.This is a seated event with spaces reserved for individuals with accessibility needs. ASL interpretation will also be available for attendees throughout the event. If you need additional accommodations to successfully participate, please let us know at events@prattlibrary.org or 443-768-0762. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/baltimore/april-ryan-notes-on-a-blacklash/100001992770164205 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Enoch Pratt Free Library - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Baltimore - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: Enoch Pratt Free Library - **lat**: 39.294555 - **long**: -76.617217 - **full address**: Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: April Ryan: "Notes on a Blacklash" - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/396e61e78edf8efe9c8fddc945c9d7e0709c840139110e0658e4cbe1f9cc6c4d-rimg-w1200-h600-dc823e57-gmir.jpg?v=1783358921 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is April Ryan: "Notes on a Blacklash" being held? - **A:** April Ryan: "Notes on a Blacklash" takes place on Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing April Ryan: "Notes on a Blacklash"? - **A:** April Ryan: "Notes on a Blacklash" is organized by Enoch Pratt Free Library. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Enoch Pratt Free Library's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Enoch Pratt Free Library a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from 10 verified attendees on AllEvents. Enoch Pratt Free Library has 274+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Enoch Pratt Free Library has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** April Ryan: "Notes on a Blacklash" is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Baltimore, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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