Author and pioneering businesswoman Lillian Lambert will discuss and sign her book The Road to Someplace Better: From the Segregated South to Harvard Business School and Beyond, Feb. 4, 6–7:30pm at the Library of Virginia. The book describes her journey from her rural roots in Powhatan County to her historic achievement as the first black woman to earn an mba from Harvard Business School. A reception follows. Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St. some free underground parking, accessible from either Eighth or Ninth streets. Info 692-3592.

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Date of publication: February 3, 2010
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