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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
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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/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lightbulb Learning Center":MAILTO:hello@lightbulbliteracy.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T203000
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SUMMARY:Bedtime Stories Featuring Crystal Jordan \, Jasmine Hawkins \, AJ Kikumoto \, D.M. Whitaker
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for bedtime stories and engaging activities during Black Children’s Book Week every night at 6:00 pm MST\, 7:00 pm CST\, and 8:00 pm EST. Each day\, you can increase your chances of winning prizes by listening to the daily keyword. You will need to listen for the keyword\, interact with the author\, and comment on the word in order to enter our big giveaway\, which will be held on Saturday night.\n\nWants to purchase our books: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2TEAUX5U4X6QT?ref_=wl_share\n\n\n\nFebruary 26 – March 4\n\n\nWatch Us Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0ZaavaJFXU…\n\n\nHere is our Schedule\nAll readings and days are 15 minutes to 30 minutes one author per day.\n\n\nEvery author day\, we can collect emails for a giveaway hosted by the author.\n\n\n2/26 Sunday – Meet and Greet the authors for 45 minutes\n2/27 Monday – D.M. Whitaker reading The Potty Monster: Girls Potty Training with Courage\n2/28 Tuesday – Jasmine Hawkins reading Jason Becomes a Hero\n3/1 Wednesday – Crystal reading Just Like You an Autism Awareness Children’s Book\n3/2 Thursday – AJ Kikumoto reading Uniquely Me: A Poem Celebrating Individuality by Sheryl Prince\n3/3 Friday – Create your own story\nPlease Purchase these books to be ready to write your own story.\n\n\n* http://www.amazon.com/Write-Your-Story…/dp/1959734008/\n\n\n* http://www.amazon.com/Unicorns-Draw-Write…/dp/B0BTRMDMMQ?\n\n\n3/4 Saturday – Crystal reads I Am Auesome Positive Affirmations for Autistic Children: Autism Awareness Book\n\n\nThe big giveaway party. Full of Dancing Party will last 30 minutes\nThroughout the week we have a word for each day. They must comment on the word and each word is an entry. On Saturday we will do the spin the wheel.\n\n\nLive Stream powered by Stream Yard: https://streamyard.com?pal=4745915366113280
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bedtime-stories-featuring-crystal-jordan-jasmine-hawkins-aj-kikumoto-d-m-whitaker/2023-03-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Jordan Zachariah World":MAILTO:crystaljordan@zachariahworld.com
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SUMMARY:Chosen Veterans Publishing Black Children's Book Week
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate BLACK CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK\, Chosen Veterans Publishing is highlighting authors in our local communities. Our goal is to encourage children to see themselves in the pages of books they too can enjoy. Join us as we celebrate! Donations will help provide copies of books to children in local Children Hospitals. \nDonations will help provide copies of books to children in local Children Hospitals.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/chosen-veterans-publishing-black-childrens-book-week/2023-03-04/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Panel,Virtual,Workshop For Authors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chosen Veterans Publishing":MAILTO:chosenveteranspublishing@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T180000
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CREATED:20230215T021359Z
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UID:10002221-1677952800-1677955500@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:C4MK Black Book Week Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Black Children’s Book Week is a global celebration of Black children and the people who ensure Black children are represented in books and other children’s media. This year Culture4MyKids is supporting Black Baby Books by sharing our favorite books and activities with you. Join us for a week of Black stories\, Black culture\, and Black joy.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/c4mk-black-book-week-celebration/2023-03-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T173000
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CREATED:20230218T014150Z
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UID:10002240-1677945600-1677951000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Week Pitch Competition!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our Black Children’s Book Week Virtual Meeting Space to help us fund Black children’s books! The audience will help us choose four winners who will receive money to help market or publish their books! \nBlack Children’s Book Week Donors and Sponsors help make this happen! Thank them by visiting our Black Children’s Book Museum and supporting their work!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Black Children’s Book Week Virtual Meeting Space
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230304T160000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Love &amp%3B Light Collective":MAILTO:totheloveandlightcollective@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T143000
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UID:10002226-1677940200-1677945600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Story Time and Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Pen To Paper Your Magic and Janelle London are celebrating Black Children’s Book Week with a free story time reading of London’s Children’s book\, ‘The Greatness Within’. Join us for story time\, author book signings and craft activities for kids.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/story-time-and-book-signing/
LOCATION:Pen To Paper Your Magic\, 1987 Scenic Hwy N Suite 211\, Snellville\, GA\, 30078\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T160000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baltimore Read Aloud":MAILTO:bmorereadaloud@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T150000
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CREATED:20230218T225315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T225315Z
UID:10002234-1677934800-1677942000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Week - Read Aloud
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority\, Incorporated\, Alpha Beta Rho Omega Chapter! This fun-filled event will feature stories\, poems\, and excerpts from works by Black children’s authors. Children ages pre-K to 12th grade are invited to join us! \nBring a book\, get a book: attendees (ages pre-K to 18) will receive a free book. We are also collecting books for donations throughout the community. \nBlack Children’s Book Week is is a global celebration of Black children and the people who ensure Black children are represented in books and other children’s media.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-read-aloud/
LOCATION:River Vale Community Center\, 628 Rivervale Road\, Westwood\, NJ\, 07665\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated%2C Alpha Beta Rho Omega Chapter":MAILTO:alphabetarhoomega@googlegroups.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T130000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tristyn's Book Club":MAILTO:prbycnh@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T150000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Artist Madrid Books":MAILTO:Info@artistmadridbooks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230216T042038Z
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UID:10002233-1677929400-1677934800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Kid's Storytime with Tee
DESCRIPTION:The Printed Word Bookstore presents a special Storytime with Tee in recognition of Black Children’s Book Week. Special guest reader will be CAPT Nancy Wilson\, USN NC. She will share the story of Ruby Briges with our Young Reading Scholars. There will also be activities and free books!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/kids-storytime-with-tee/
LOCATION:The Printed Word\, 5901 Churchland Blvd\, PORTSMOUTH\, VA\, 23703\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Printed Word Bookstore":MAILTO:printedwordbookstore@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230206T154148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T154148Z
UID:10002186-1677927600-1677942000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Write it Out! with Positively Lena
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with an event where literacy and community service collide. \nHost Lena Ford\, CEO of Positively Lena\, will be directing our young writers with a workshop. The afternoon will also include a panel discussion on entrepreneurship. Miss Ford and The Book Worm team will also lead our attendees in a community service project where guests will create literacy kits for preschoolers in need.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/write-it-out-with-positively-lena/
LOCATION:The Book Worm Bookstore\, 4451 Marietta Street\, Powder Springs\, 30127\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Book Worm Bookstore":MAILTO:shopthebookwormpowdersprings@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230304T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alison Peters Librarian":MAILTO:mailto:alison.peters@library.cccounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20221208T165246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T194013Z
UID:10002152-1677924000-1677938400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Books of Color Children’s Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Hadassah’s Crown Publishing and Littlejohn Community Center partner to sponsor Books of Color Children’s Book Fair in celebration of Black Children’s Book Week. We support the mission of Founder Veronica N. Chapman and Black Baby Books.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/books-of-color-childrens-book-fair/
LOCATION:Littlejohn Community Center\, 644 Old Greenville Hwy\, Clemson\, SC\, 29631\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hadassah's Crown Publishing":MAILTO:Hadassahscrown@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230217T215751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T215751Z
UID:10002237-1677924000-1677934800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:BCBW Read-A-Longs & Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a week of reading and learning with some phenomenal authors! Black Children’s Book Week is a global celebration of Black children and the people who ensure Black children are represented in books and other children’s media.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bcbw-read-a-longs-book-fair/2023-03-04/
LOCATION:VA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Council of Greater New Haven":MAILTO:rebekah@newhavenarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230209T174751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T174751Z
UID:10002203-1677873600-1677875400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Bedtime Stories Featuring Crystal Jordan \, Jasmine Hawkins \, AJ Kikumoto \, D.M. Whitaker
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for bedtime stories and engaging activities during Black Children’s Book Week every night at 6:00 pm MST\, 7:00 pm CST\, and 8:00 pm EST. Each day\, you can increase your chances of winning prizes by listening to the daily keyword. You will need to listen for the keyword\, interact with the author\, and comment on the word in order to enter our big giveaway\, which will be held on Saturday night.\n\nWants to purchase our books: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2TEAUX5U4X6QT?ref_=wl_share\n\n\n\nFebruary 26 – March 4\n\n\nWatch Us Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0ZaavaJFXU…\n\n\nHere is our Schedule\nAll readings and days are 15 minutes to 30 minutes one author per day.\n\n\nEvery author day\, we can collect emails for a giveaway hosted by the author.\n\n\n2/26 Sunday – Meet and Greet the authors for 45 minutes\n2/27 Monday – D.M. Whitaker reading The Potty Monster: Girls Potty Training with Courage\n2/28 Tuesday – Jasmine Hawkins reading Jason Becomes a Hero\n3/1 Wednesday – Crystal reading Just Like You an Autism Awareness Children’s Book\n3/2 Thursday – AJ Kikumoto reading Uniquely Me: A Poem Celebrating Individuality by Sheryl Prince\n3/3 Friday – Create your own story\nPlease Purchase these books to be ready to write your own story.\n\n\n* http://www.amazon.com/Write-Your-Story…/dp/1959734008/\n\n\n* http://www.amazon.com/Unicorns-Draw-Write…/dp/B0BTRMDMMQ?\n\n\n3/4 Saturday – Crystal reads I Am Auesome Positive Affirmations for Autistic Children: Autism Awareness Book\n\n\nThe big giveaway party. Full of Dancing Party will last 30 minutes\nThroughout the week we have a word for each day. They must comment on the word and each word is an entry. On Saturday we will do the spin the wheel.\n\n\nLive Stream powered by Stream Yard: https://streamyard.com?pal=4745915366113280
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bedtime-stories-featuring-crystal-jordan-jasmine-hawkins-aj-kikumoto-d-m-whitaker/2023-03-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Jordan Zachariah World":MAILTO:crystaljordan@zachariahworld.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230215T020433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T020433Z
UID:10002212-1677870000-1677873600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:BLACK CHILDREN'S BOOKS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
DESCRIPTION:Join Black Children’s Book authors Leenadria F. and Augustine Charles with special guest Mrs. Funbooks to discuss the importance of black children’s book in special education. \nLeenadria F. is Executive Director of Other Side of the Wall Pediatric Brain Tumor Association and is the author of Brother’s Day Out which focuses on creating joyful moments between siblings and peers when one has developmental challenges. \nAugustine Charles (aka Nfinite Threat) is Co-Founder of Other Side of the Wall Pediatric Brain Tumor Association\, Advocate for equity\, and author of Charlie’s Adventures: The Cloud Kingdom which uses a magical story centered around a black child to teach children about cloud science \nMrs. Funbooks (aka Kathleen Boo) has been a Special Educator and tutor for more than 20 years known for having breakthroughs with children with significant learning disabilities. She is the architect of Mrs. Funbooks\, a character who loves sharing her joy for reading\, tips for struggling readers\, and building an awareness of the Special Needs community.  Kathleen and Mrs. Funbooks are always hopeful because anything is possible.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-books-in-special-education/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Panel,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="LEENADRIA F.":MAILTO:LEE@HOPEWELLPUBLISHING.COM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20220921T172155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T174944Z
UID:10001828-1677870000-1677871800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Story Time with Desiree\, Licensed Professional Counselor
DESCRIPTION:This event will be a story time that includes reading 5 books related to black children and ways to care for their mental health. Each book will allow the audience to have a better understanding of ways to cope with anxiety\, sadness\, anger\, and life changes. The books included in the story time are All because you matter by Tami Charles; The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson; I am enough by Grace Byers; My hair is a garden by Cozbi Cabrera; and We ask permission by Lydia Bowers.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/story-time-with-desiree-licensed-professional-counselor/2023-03-03/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20221110T153850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T022129Z
UID:10001822-1677868200-1677873600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Chosen Veterans Publishing Black Children's Book Week
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate BLACK CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK\, Chosen Veterans Publishing is highlighting authors in our local communities. Our goal is to encourage children to see themselves in the pages of books they too can enjoy. Join us as we celebrate! Donations will help provide copies of books to children in local Children Hospitals. \nDonations will help provide copies of books to children in local Children Hospitals.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/chosen-veterans-publishing-black-childrens-book-week/2023-03-03/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Panel,Virtual,Workshop For Authors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chosen Veterans Publishing":MAILTO:chosenveteranspublishing@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T184500
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230215T021359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T021359Z
UID:10002220-1677866400-1677869100@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:C4MK Black Book Week Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Black Children’s Book Week is a global celebration of Black children and the people who ensure Black children are represented in books and other children’s media. This year Culture4MyKids is supporting Black Baby Books by sharing our favorite books and activities with you. Join us for a week of Black stories\, Black culture\, and Black joy.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/c4mk-black-book-week-celebration/2023-03-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230303T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230303T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230209T184347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T184347Z
UID:10002208-1677859200-1677866400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Love Has No Skin Tone
DESCRIPTION:Author Michol Whitney will read her story Love Has No Skin Tone to teach children to embrace diversity and love the skin they are in. After the story\, we will create a Peace journal where children can document their feelings and experiences as needed.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/love-has-no-skin-tone/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Write 2 Read Right":MAILTO:smithwhitney@write2readright.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230206T162131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T162131Z
UID:10002182-1677855600-1680278400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:STORYTIME WITH LATIA
DESCRIPTION:Join six-year old Peter as he journeys across town with his family to visit the dentist. \nAn elaborate office\, embellished in a Zoo-like theme\, gives a warm welcoming feeling to all of its pediatric patients. The office’s Dental Hygienist Ms. Stacy guides Peter step-by-step throughout the entire procedure of his dental cleaning\, as she introduces all the fancy tools and equipment that she uses during the treatment. Yummy flavors are always an incentive\, for getting your teeth polished; as the choices are endless. The removal of sugar bugs off of the teeth produce a sparking smile\, while radiographs help to ensure there is no tooth decay\, which may be underlying. Peter learns about taking x-ray pictures and gets a lesson on home care instructions to maintain a healthy dentition. Goody-bags and treasure prizes are such a treat\, making Peter’s trip to the dentist complete.\nA pleasant time with the Hygienist and Dentist\, makes Peter look forward to his next dental visit!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/storytime-with-latia/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Workshop For Authors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230209T174903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T174903Z
UID:10002206-1677855600-1677862800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Reading Party at Hercules Library
DESCRIPTION:Join your friends at Hercules Library for a reading party to celebrate Black Children’s Book Week! Bring a book of your own or choose one from our display of books featuring Black characters. Stay and read a while\, then take home a book to keep forever from our special giveaway.\n\nBlack Children’s Book Week (starting on the last Sunday in February every year) is a global celebration of Black children and the people who ensure Black children are represented in books and other children’s media.\n\nThis program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Hercules Library
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/reading-party-at-hercules-library/
LOCATION:Hercules Library\, 109 Civic Drive\, Hercules\, CA\, 94547\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katy Buder Librarian":MAILTO:katy.buder@library.cccounty.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230209T174751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T174751Z
UID:10002202-1677787200-1677789000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Bedtime Stories Featuring Crystal Jordan \, Jasmine Hawkins \, AJ Kikumoto \, D.M. Whitaker
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for bedtime stories and engaging activities during Black Children’s Book Week every night at 6:00 pm MST\, 7:00 pm CST\, and 8:00 pm EST. Each day\, you can increase your chances of winning prizes by listening to the daily keyword. You will need to listen for the keyword\, interact with the author\, and comment on the word in order to enter our big giveaway\, which will be held on Saturday night.\n\nWants to purchase our books: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2TEAUX5U4X6QT?ref_=wl_share\n\n\n\nFebruary 26 – March 4\n\n\nWatch Us Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0ZaavaJFXU…\n\n\nHere is our Schedule\nAll readings and days are 15 minutes to 30 minutes one author per day.\n\n\nEvery author day\, we can collect emails for a giveaway hosted by the author.\n\n\n2/26 Sunday – Meet and Greet the authors for 45 minutes\n2/27 Monday – D.M. Whitaker reading The Potty Monster: Girls Potty Training with Courage\n2/28 Tuesday – Jasmine Hawkins reading Jason Becomes a Hero\n3/1 Wednesday – Crystal reading Just Like You an Autism Awareness Children’s Book\n3/2 Thursday – AJ Kikumoto reading Uniquely Me: A Poem Celebrating Individuality by Sheryl Prince\n3/3 Friday – Create your own story\nPlease Purchase these books to be ready to write your own story.\n\n\n* http://www.amazon.com/Write-Your-Story…/dp/1959734008/\n\n\n* http://www.amazon.com/Unicorns-Draw-Write…/dp/B0BTRMDMMQ?\n\n\n3/4 Saturday – Crystal reads I Am Auesome Positive Affirmations for Autistic Children: Autism Awareness Book\n\n\nThe big giveaway party. Full of Dancing Party will last 30 minutes\nThroughout the week we have a word for each day. They must comment on the word and each word is an entry. On Saturday we will do the spin the wheel.\n\n\nLive Stream powered by Stream Yard: https://streamyard.com?pal=4745915366113280
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bedtime-stories-featuring-crystal-jordan-jasmine-hawkins-aj-kikumoto-d-m-whitaker/2023-03-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Jordan Zachariah World":MAILTO:crystaljordan@zachariahworld.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230118T145235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T145235Z
UID:10002159-1677783600-1678132800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:There Is A Black Children's Book For That!
DESCRIPTION:Here at Greenline Creative\, LLC\, we strive to amplify the Black voice and hold space for Black protagonists. During BCBW 2023 we want to shine a light to topics that may or may not be frequently discussed. We also want to highlight Black children’s books on the topics; some written by local and/ or independent authors.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/there-is-a-black-childrens-book-for-that/2023-03-02/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greenline Creative%2C LLC":MAILTO:alison@greenlinecreative662.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230302T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230124T063654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T005846Z
UID:10002169-1677783600-1677789000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:I Like Being Me Book Huddle
DESCRIPTION:We’re a group based in Toronto\, Canada that hosts monthly book huddles for adults who love children’s books! To celebrate Black Children’s Book Week we are hosting a Book Huddle centered on the children’s book ” I Like Being Me.” \nOur events are enjoyable and safe space for authors and readers to share their favourite children’s books! \nThis will be a virtual event held on Zoom. \n\n\nMeeting ID: 868 7780 3095 \n\n\nPasscode: 584391–
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/i-like-being-me-book-huddle/
LOCATION:Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/I-like-Being-ME.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135417
CREATED:20230219T140358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230219T140358Z
UID:10002244-1677783600-1677787200@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Timeline Talks: Special Edition Author Roundup
DESCRIPTION:Authors gather to discuss the importance of disability representation and inclusion for Black children in kid’s literature. We will discuss our individual journeys that led us to write our inclusive children’s book highlighting various disabilities and diagnoses.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/timeline-talks-special-edition-author-roundup/
LOCATION:IG LIVE
CATEGORIES:Panel,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Childhood-Superhero-Tees-8-×-10-in.jpg
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