Racialized Identities Awareness Book Group & One Book, One SD

Our stories are the threads that weave our community together, and some stories offer a unique mirror to our own identities. This February, the Racialized Identities Awareness (RIA) Book Group invites you to pull up a chair and dive deep into a masterpiece of contemporary literature.


We will gather to discuss this year's One Book, One San Diego selection: "Deacon King Kong" by James McBride.

About the BookSet in 1960s Brooklyn, Deacon King Kong is a vibrant, funny, and deeply moving novel that begins with a startling act of violence and unfolds into a beautiful tapestry of interconnected lives. McBride explores themes of race, faith, and the complex social structures of urban life with wit and profound humanity.
It is the perfect catalyst for our ongoing conversation about racialized identities and how they shape our world.
Gathering DetailsWhether you’ve finished the book or are still mid-chapter, we welcome your voice and your perspective.

• Date: Friday, February 6
• Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Room 321 at First UU
• Focus: Deacon King Kong by James McBride

Why Join the RIA Book Group?The RIA Book Group provides a safe, reflective space to explore how race and identity impact our lived experiences. Through the lens of literature, we practice active listening, empathy, and critical thinking to better understand ourselves and our neighbors.
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Have questions? For more information or to find out how to get a copy of the book, please reach out to Louise at [email protected].


We look forward to a night of rich conversation and community building. See you in Room 321!

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