2012 – Outcasts United

2012 – Outcasts United

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“Outcasts United: The Story of a Refugee Soccer Team that Changed a Town” by Warren St. John

This is the true story of a refugee soccer team, a remarkable woman coach and a small southern town turned upside down by the process of refugee resettlement. The book explores themes of cultural diversity, adjusting to a new land, conflicts between established cultures and new cultures, leadership, and the power of one person to make a difference.

 

 

2012 Companion Books:

  • “Seedfolks” by Paul Fleischman
  • “Home of the Brave” by Katherine Applegate
  • “The Name Jar” by Yangsook Choi
  • “Yoko” by Rosemary Wells

2012 Program Highlights:

Highlights from the second year were the start of our “Community Dining Series” held at a variety of local ethnic restaurants, a Panel Discussion on “Living in a Culturally Diverse Community,” a special art exhibit, a Soccer Extravaganza for families, and a Skype chat with author Warren St. John.

Click here for a printable brochure giving highlights of the 2012 Malden Reads season.

Check out the Malden Reads video below: