The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life: A Conversation with Cory McCray, 29 September | Event in Baltimore

The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life: A Conversation with Cory McCray

Cory McCray

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Mon, 29 Sep, 2025 at 07:00 pm

1 hour

Enoch Pratt Free Library

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Mon, 29 Sep, 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm (EDT)

Enoch Pratt Free Library

400 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201-4401, United States

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The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life: A Conversation with Cory McCray
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Book Launch with Author Cory McCray: The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life
Monday, September 29 · 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
Enoch Pratt Free Library | 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Free and open to the public | In-person event

Join us for an inspiring evening with Cory McCray, Baltimore native, journeyman electrician, and author of The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life: Guidebook to Navigating the Earn-While-You-Learn Opportunity of a Lifetime.

In this powerful memoir, McCray reflects on the lessons, discipline, and exposure gained through an apprenticeship that changed his life—and how that foundation led him to a life of purpose, policy, and service. His story is rooted in access and opportunity, and speaks directly to the young people and families often left out of traditional pathways.

Whether you’re a student, educator, parent, policymaker, or advocate—this conversation will challenge old narratives and lift up new possibilities.

What to Expect:
🔹 Doors open at 6:00 PM
🔹 Author talk and audience Q&A from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🔹 Books available for purchase on-site by local bookseller
🔹 Free parking available at Franklin Street Garage (15 W. Franklin St) with voucher

About the Author:
Cory McCray is a father, husband, and public servant who began his professional journey as an electrical apprentice. Today, he serves in the Maryland State Senate and continues to advocate for working families, young people, and underserved communities. His story has been featured in The Washington Post, MSNBC, and C-SPAN.

Come be a part of the conversation—and the movement.

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The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life: A Conversation with Cory McCray, 29 September | Event in Baltimore
The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life: A Conversation with Cory McCray
Mon, 29 Sep, 2025 at 07:00 pm