BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Black Baby Books - Black Children's Book Characters - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blackbabybooks.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Black Baby Books - Black Children's Book Characters REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T140000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230218T185338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T185338Z UID:10002242-1677326400-1677333600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:3rd Annual Read Aloud DESCRIPTION:The Eta Nu Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority\, Incorporated is hosting a free read-aloud event on Saturday\, February 25th from 12-2 pm at the Center for Fiction (15 Lafayette Ave.\, Brooklyn\, NY). We will be reading children’s books celebrating Black and Brown characters and authors. There will be drawings and giveaways to support nonprofits at the event. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/3rd-annual-read-aloud-2/ LOCATION:The Center For Fiction\, 15 Lafayette Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217 CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ReadAloud.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Sigma Gamma Rho sorority Inc.":MAILTO:Hbd.socialaction@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230209T174841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T174841Z UID:10002207-1677337200-1677340800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Storytelling with Muriel Johnson at Hercules Library DESCRIPTION:Listen as expert storyteller Muriel Johnson shares thought-provoking\, animated true tales and folktales from around the world and the African diaspora. Muriel Johnson’s use of distinct character voices\, dramatic gestures\, and melodic refrains guarantee these traditional stories will stay with you long after the show is over. \nFor families with children ages 3+ \nThis FREE library program is sponsored by the Friends of the Hercules Library. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/storytelling-with-muriel-johnson-at-hercules-library/ LOCATION:Hercules Library\, 109 Civic Drive\, Hercules\, CA\, 94547\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/HER-Muriel-Johnson-flyer-Black-History-Month-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Katy Buder Librarian":MAILTO:katy.buder@library.cccounty.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230226T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230226T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20221215T181420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T143125Z UID:10002153-1677420000-1677427200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Virtual Vibes with Ms. Love and Ms. Love on the Move DESCRIPTION:Love\, Light & Learn Interactive Workshops are educational and fun-filled sessions! Virtual Vibes with Ms. Love is hosted virtually and Ms. Love on the Move is in person. Each workshop encourages comprehension\, literacy\, music\, and physical movement – all of which center around a story read aloud! \nOur read aloud is accompanied by a lesson that relates to the day’s literature. Following this\, the participants are given a chance to apply what they’ve learned through a reflective\, comprehensive activity and the session wraps up with an active\, movement component emphasizing the importance of physical activity and wellness. \n  \nVirtual Event: 2pm-3pm EST \nIn Person Event: 4pm EST \n  URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/virtual-vibes-with-ms-love-and-ms-love-on-the-move/2023-02-26/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/png_20230220_002419_0000.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Love &%3B Light Collective":MAILTO:totheloveandlightcollective@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T150000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230206T160238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T160238Z UID:10002185-1677421800-1677423600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Kidogo's Storytime Live! DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Museum of Science\, Boston for a storytime and crafts! Aunt Kay will read her book\, “The Shapes Family” and then the Museum of Science will lead into a fun craft project about shapes! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/kidogos-storytime-live/ LOCATION:Museum of Science\, Boston\, 1 Museum Of Science Driveway\, Boston\, MA 02114\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/1MOSBCBW-Flyer23.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kidogo Productions":MAILTO:info@kidogoproductions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230226T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230206T160403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T160403Z UID:10002189-1677425400-1677430800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Dr. Towolawi Book Reading and Signing at The Loving Room Salon DESCRIPTION:The Loving Room Salon \n2/26/2023 3:30 pm to 5 pm \nDr. Towolawi will be reading and signing her books: “Ayomide and Seyi’s Kitchen” and “Ayomide’s Train Ride To Graceland” \nPlant-based light bites will be served! \nRSVP via Eventbrite URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/dr-towolawi-book-reading-and-signing-at-the-loving-room-salon/ LOCATION:The Loving Room Salon\, 1400 20th avenue\, Seattle\, WA\, 98122\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Kickoff-Black-Childrens-Book-Week-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T113000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230216T044057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T044057Z UID:10002231-1677668400-1677670200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Franklin Branch Library Storytime DESCRIPTION:Stop in at the Franklin Branch of the Detroit Public Library for a story time with amazing “Black Children’s Books”.  Rediscover a classic and meet new books at the library.  Also learn about our Black Children’s e-books & African American Booklist. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/franklin-branch-library-storytime/ LOCATION:13651 E. McNichols\, 13651 E. McNichols\, Detroit\, MI\, 48205\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Black-Childrens-Book-Week.png ORGANIZER;CN="Detroit Public Library - Franklin Br":MAILTO:mvortkamp@detroitpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T123000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230127T161517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T162058Z UID:10002171-1677670200-1677673800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Behind the Book Live Reading/Workshop DESCRIPTION:Live reading and workshop of “The Amazingly Awesome Amani” with K-2 students.\nNot open to the public. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/behind-the-book-live-reading-workshop/ LOCATION:Public School 197\, 2230 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10037\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Behind-The-Book.png ORGANIZER;CN="Behind the Book":MAILTO:Keturah@behindthebook.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230302T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230302T103000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230103T190832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T190832Z UID:10001082-1677751200-1677753000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children’s Book Week Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special themed storytime to celebrate and honor Black Children’s Book Week. Stories\, songs\, and fun for children of all ages\, and resources for parents and caregivers will be provided.  Play and social time immediately follow the program. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-storytime/ LOCATION:Denver Public Library – Hampden Branch\, 9755 E Girard Ave\, Denver\, CO\, 80231\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Black-Children-Book-Week-Storytime-3-2-2022-HMP-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T113000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230226T103131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T103131Z UID:10002250-1677925800-1677929400@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Story Time with Mother Dove DESCRIPTION:Do you have or know a young child/ student who exhibits low self-esteem? Are you having trouble finding ways to best support them in developing their self-confidence? If so\, look no further! \nTheresa Smith- Hickman’s children’s book\, I Can… Just Try!\, is about a young girl named Terri who thought she could not do anything because she was just too little. She wouldn’t even try until one day her attitude shifted. Terri learned the power of saying “I Can” by just trying. \nIn celebration of Black Children’s Book Week\, please join Author Theresa Smith-Hickman for story time\, as she reads her children’s book\, I Can… Just Try!  \n She will host two events during the week: Wednesday\, March 1\, 2023\, and Saturday\, March 4\, 2023. \nThe first event will take place via Zoom. The second event will take place in person\, here in Chicago. Register  today! \nYou don’t want to miss these events!!! \nTerri is ready to inspire more children just like her\, leading by example in the children’s book:  I Can… Just Try!  URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/story-time-with-mother-dove-3/ LOCATION:Richard Daley Branch Library\, 3400 S. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/image-1-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230304T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230304T120000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230206T154213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T154213Z UID:10002187-1677927600-1677931200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children’s Book Week Story Hour DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a special Story Hour with Phelicia Lang\, creator of the “Tay” books for little readers. We welcome Phelicia in celebration of Black Children’s Book Week\, a global celebration of Black children and the people who ensure Black children are represented in books and other children’s media. Phelicia will read books\, and we’ll have some fun crafts\, too. \nEveryone\, all ages and abilities\, are welcome! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-story-hour/ LOCATION:Crockett Library\, 991 Loring Ave\, Crockett\, CA\, 94525\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/A7CB7142-2519-4592-AAED-DA66755DE4C4.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Alison Peters Librarian":MAILTO:mailto:alison.peters@library.cccounty.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T150000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230210T231518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T231518Z UID:10002211-1677931200-1677942000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children's Books: A to Z DESCRIPTION:In honor of 2023 Black Children’s Book Week\, the new Columbia bookstore All Good Books and Artist Madrid Books & Publishing would like to invite you to this can’t miss event! Join us for author readings\, children’s activities\, book signings & more. \nWhen: Saturday\, March 4\, 2023 starting at 12:00 pm \nWhere: All Good Books \n734 Harden Street\, Columbia\, SC 29205 \nBlack Children’s Books: A to Z will feature local authors:\nKeri Beach @kerispeaks__\nShawn Beach @cartoonjunkyard\nAshley Blas @blossomchildrensbooks\nCaitlyn Jones @artistmadrid.books\nTiffani Teachey @tiffaniteachey URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-books-a-to-z/ LOCATION:All Good Books\, 734 Harden St\, Columbia\, SC 29205\, Columbia\, SC\, 29205\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person,Panel ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/20230210_170528_0000.png ORGANIZER;CN="Artist Madrid Books":MAILTO:Info@artistmadridbooks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T150000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230209T184019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T184019Z UID:10002191-1677934800-1677942000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Tristyn's Book Club Presents: Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate Black Children’s Book Week in the DMV through an interactive shopping experience! \nFeatured Authors: Keisha Juanita\, Naeemah Staggs\, Lola Ajayi\, Dupe Ajayi\, & Darrion Beckles. More to be announced! \nTristyn’s Book Club creator\, Christina Wilds will also be hosting a self-publishing workshop for aspiring authors prior to Story Time. \nPartnering Non-Profit: The Prather Foundation — The Prather Foundation enriches the lives of youth from low-income backgrounds through educational\, athletic and social programs. The foundation focuses on fostering the next generation of leaders through positivity\, resources\, and accessibility. At the Prather Foundation\, we believe that children are the very essence of the future. Who they are tomorrow is essentially the outcome of how they are raised and nurtured today. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/tristyns-book-club-presents-story-time/ LOCATION:Dream Village\, 5128 Baltimore Avenue\, Hyattsville\, MD\, 20781\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/TBC-Festival.png ORGANIZER;CN="Tristyn's Book Club":MAILTO:prbycnh@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230209T175031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T175031Z UID:10002197-1677938400-1677945600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Party DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join us as we celebrate the joy and creativity of Black children and their books.  The afternoon will include read aloud’s\, guest authors\, games\, and giveaways.   This afternoon of fun and celebration is a collaboration between What is Black?\, Baltimore Read Aloud\, and the Frederick County Public Library. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-party/ LOCATION:C. Burr Artz Public Library\, 110 E. Patrick Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Instragram-Posts-Actual-2023-1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Baltimore Read Aloud":MAILTO:bmorereadaloud@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230304T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230304T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20221215T181420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T143125Z UID:10002247-1677945600-1677949200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Virtual Vibes with Ms. Love and Ms. Love on the Move DESCRIPTION:Love\, Light & Learn Interactive Workshops are educational and fun-filled sessions! Virtual Vibes with Ms. Love is hosted virtually and Ms. Love on the Move is in person. Each workshop encourages comprehension\, literacy\, music\, and physical movement – all of which center around a story read aloud! \nOur read aloud is accompanied by a lesson that relates to the day’s literature. Following this\, the participants are given a chance to apply what they’ve learned through a reflective\, comprehensive activity and the session wraps up with an active\, movement component emphasizing the importance of physical activity and wellness. \n  \nVirtual Event: 2pm-3pm EST \nIn Person Event: 4pm EST \n  URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/virtual-vibes-with-ms-love-and-ms-love-on-the-move/2023-03-04/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/png_20230220_002419_0000.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Love &%3B Light Collective":MAILTO:totheloveandlightcollective@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230305T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230305T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230121T170014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230211T162308Z UID:10002167-1678024800-1678032000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Lightbulb Learning Center Presents: Bellen Woodard (The Crayon Activist) DESCRIPTION:We are celebrating Black Children’s Book Week with our first annual Celebrating with Books Cafe. Our feature guest is Bellen Woodard\, author of More than Peach! Twelve-year-old Bellen Woodard is the bright light & trailblazing CEO\, best-selling children’s book author\, TIME Kid-of-the-Year Honoree & keynote who launched Bellen’s More than Peach Project®️ in the spring of 2019 when just 8 years old. \nAs the pioneer of the 1st inclusive-centered art supplies brand and the World’s 1st Crayon Activist\, Bellen’s innovation and vision have now led & transformed an entire industry. \nJoin us for an afternoon of light fare\, an interview-style question-and-answer segment\, and a short reading. \nThis event has limited seating. All tickets include a signed hardback copy of Bellen’s Book- More than Peach\, More than Peach Crayon Kit\, and a sweet treat! One ticket is entry is for both 1 adult and 1 child. There will be light refreshments. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-presents-bellen-woodard-the-crayon-activist/ CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/BCBW_BellenWoodard_SM-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lightbulb Learning Center":MAILTO:hello@lightbulbliteracy.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20230209T173056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T173056Z UID:10002205-1679756400-1679763600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:You Gotta Meet Mr. Pierce Hybrid event DESCRIPTION:Join us for a visit with children’s authors Carmella Van Vleet (joining virtually) and Chiquita Mullins Lee and illustrator Jennifer Mack-Watkins as they share their newest book\, You Gotta Meet Mr. Pierce!: The Storied Life of Folk Artist Elijah Pierce\, a picture book biography about the barber shop of woodcarver Elijah Pierce\, recipient of the highest folk art honor in the United States. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/you-gotta-meet-mr-pierce-hybrid-event/ LOCATION:Brave + Kind Books\, 722 W. College Ave.\, Decatur\, GA\, 30030\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/31517_YouGottaMeetMrPierce_Assets_1080x1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T123000 DTSTAMP:20260526T001220 CREATED:20240103T163621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T201101Z UID:10002253-1709375400-1709382600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:UNVEILING DIVERSITY: AUTHORS' RECEPTION FOR BLACK CHILDREN'S BOOKS DESCRIPTION:UNVEILING DIVERSITY: AUTHORS’ RECEPTION FOR BLACK CHILDREN’S BOOKS \nMARCH 2\, 2024 1030- 1230 PM \nVENTURE X\, BETHLEHEM PA \nFeaturing: \nAUTHOR: \nVERONICA MOORE \nROSIE’S SPECIAL GIFT \nAUTHOR: \nKATARAH JORDAN \nIT’S HARVEST TIME \n  URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/unveiling-diversity-authors-reception-for-black-childrens-books/ LOCATION:Venture X Bethlehem\, 306 S New St.\, Bethlehem\, PA\, 18015\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/418431547_10107439089766575_959059748178213947_n.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR