Join Avenue for an evening with Author & Avenue Board President, Tate Barkley. Enjoy mocktails and light bites over a discussion with Tate about his memoir – a Southern boy’s story of surviving in a good ole boys’ world.

For years Tate Barkley lived in shame—of living in poverty, of alcoholism and addiction, of being a closeted gay man. His story may sound familiar to anyone struggling to feel “less than.” Now sober, he wants to share his story, hoping it will help others leave their shame behind and discover the peace they deserve. His memoir, “Sunday Dinners, Moonshine, and Men,” recounts Tate’s troubled relationship with his father, his journey to overcome shame, and the scarcity mindset that blocked his ability to find peace.

Tate is a practicing attorney, speaker, author, and educator, living in Houston, Texas, with his husband of six years, Anson, and their dog, Emerson.

$10 recommended minimum donation per guest to attend. Donations benefit Avenue’s mission to provide affordable homes and build stronger communities. Brazos Bookstore will have books available for sale at the event.