Krista Laine
speaker
348 appearances
3 recordings
1 series
first heard May 2026
last heard 12 Aug
Krista Laine’s voice in public audio — every appearance, attributed to the second.
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And whereas the temple has supported community wellness efforts, including free health services for those in need, offered complimentary vegetarian meals sustained by dedicated volunteers, provided youth volunteer and leadership development opportunities, promoted compassion and mindful living, and cultivated educational and cultural partnerships with local schools, universities, veterans groups, and interfaith organizations.
And whereas the temple has served as a peaceful sanctuary during times of personal difficulty, a gathering place for the celebration of Lunar New Year, Buddha's birthday, and other cultural festivals that have brought thousands of Austinites together in joyful community, and a site of interfaith dialogue that has strengthened mutual understanding
across austin's diverse spiritual landscape and whereas the city of austin recognizes the important role that faith communities and cultural institutions play in building a more connected inclusive compassionate and resilient city now therefore i crystal lane council member for austin's district 6
together with mayor kirk watson and the entire city council of austin do hereby proclaim may 28th 2026 to be buddha's light international association day in austin texas thank you so much thank you very much and i look forward to visiting much more often now that we're connected
Good morning.
I'm Councilmember Krista Lane, and I have the honor of representing District 6 on Austin City Council.
I'm so pleased to be here with you today so that we can come together to celebrate a remarkable milestone, the 20th anniversary of the Austin African American Book Festival, founded in 2006 by Dr. Rosalyn Oliphant-Jones.
A respected educator and long-time bookseller, the festival was created with a clear vision, to establish a dedicated space where black literature could be celebrated, shared, and sustained in Austin and across Central Texas.
Inspired by the Harlem Book Fair and brought to life in partnership with writer Evelyn Martin Anderson, the festival has grown into a cherished annual tradition held each June following Juneteenth that reflects the enduring connection between literature, culture, and freedom.
For nearly two decades, the festival has welcomed readers, writers, and families for dynamic programming that spans generations, from engaging panel discussions to the beloved Kids' Zone and the Indie Author Showcase, which continues to uplift emerging voices.
It has also hosted some of the most influential literary figures of our time, including Annette Gordon-Reed, Walter Mosley, Terry McMillan, Sister Sulja, Sam Greenlee, and Leonard Pritz, Jr., among many others.
This legacy is rooted in a broader commitment to community.
long before the festival dr oliphant jones founded folk tales bookstore a cultural hub that connected austin to a rich tradition of black literary excellence and helped lay the foundation for what we celebrate today and throughout its history the festival has proudly hosted has been proudly hosted at the george washington carver museum and cultural center a treasured space where history creativity and community continue to come together right in the heart of the african-american
Cultural Heritage District.
As we mark this 20-year milestone, we celebrate not only the festival itself, but the community it has built, the voices it has elevated, and the legacy it continues to shape.
And now I will pass the mic to Kiara before I read the proclamation aloud.
Thank you.
To the mayor and to Councilmember Lane and Councilmember Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1, and the entire Austin City Council, we want to thank you for this recognition of the Austin African American Book Festival and our 20th year celebration of black authors, books, literary culture, and the community.
For two decades, the Austin African American Book Festival has brought together readers, writers, educators, artists, and families in celebration of the richness, resilience, and enduring power of black literature and storytelling.
What began as a vision to create space for black voices has grown into a cherished tradition here in Austin and beyond.
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