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Family Lifeline to Host "An Evening with Maya Angelou"
Former U.S. Poet Laureate to Help Celebrate Local Nonprofit’s 130th Birthday

(Richmond, Virginia) – Family Lifeline, a Richmond-based nonprofit that has a goal of changing the futures of at-risk families, announced today that it’s hosting “An Evening with Maya Angelou” as part of its 130th birthday celebration. The former poet laureate of the United States will speak at the Richmond Convention Center on November 1 in an event that is a fundraiser for Family Lifeline. The event is presented by Wachovia Securities and a group of other corporate sponsors, including Owens & Minor; Dominion Resources; Bon Secours, Richmond Health System and Philip Morris USA.

Maya Angelou is hailed as one of the great voices of contemporary literature. As a poet, educator, historian, best-selling author, actress, playwright, civil-rights activist, producer and director, she continues to travel the world making appearances, spreading her wisdom.

“Maya Angelou is an incredible role model for us all, and we’re thrilled to be hosting her for this event,” said Family Lifeline President Reed Henderson. “We hope that her appearance will be an inspiration to those in attendance on November 1st.”

Dr. Angelou will speak for approximately one hour, covering topics related to her fascinating life. The evening will start at 6 p.m. when the doors of the convention center open. Ms. Angelou will begin speaking at 7 p.m.

Tickets are on sale for the event, with prices starting at $50. Corporate sponsorships are also available. For more information, visit www.familylifeline.org or call 282-4255.

Members of the media are invited to attend. Please call or email the contact above if you plan to cover Dr. Angelou’s appearance.

About Family Lifeline
Changing futures for families in the Richmond area since 1877, Family Lifeline is one of city’s oldest and largest private community-based organizations. Family Lifeline’s mission is to strengthen families where they live, work, and learn. For more information, visit www.familylifeline.org or call 804-282-4255.

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