BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Black Baby Books - Black Children's Book Characters - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Black Baby Books - Black Children's Book Characters 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago 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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto 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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T050000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20240203T210243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T210243Z UID:10002305-1708318800-1714453200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Read Across Ghana DESCRIPTION:Read Across Ghana is a literacy education promotion organized by Girls Education Initiative Ghana (GEIG). \nThis event will be in two folds (Reading with school children and a book drive). \nReading with school children will be done with our partner schools in the Greater Accra\, Ashanti Region\, and Northern Region of Ghana. \nThe second part\, the book drive\, is a donation exercise across Ghana and Western countries. GEIG will be using this avenue to solicit reading books from our partners and well-wishers both local and abroad to donate books which will be donated to various schools where literacy education is low. \nThe event forms part of activities to commemorate GEIG’s 10th Anniversary celebration scheduled for March 2024\, commemorating black authors and literature to enable the school children to appreciate their race. Also\, it is to appreciate Ghana’s First President\, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s legacy on education. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/read-across-ghana/2024-02-19/ LOCATION:St Augustines Anglican School\, P.O.BOX 292\, Akwatia-Line\, Kumasi\, Ashanti Region\, Ghana ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24_GEIG_READ_ACROSS_GHANA_BCBW-min1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Girls Education Inititiave Ghana":MAILTO:info@girlsedgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20240129T202504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T202504Z UID:10002288-1708848000-1709485200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children’s Book Week Read-A-Thon With B.A.M DESCRIPTION:This Black History Month B.A.M strives to do more than just share interesting facts. We would like to actually educate our youth on the struggles\, trials and triumphs of our people. This year we will be hosting an event in support of the #blackchildrensbookweek. During the week of February 25\, 2024 – March 2\, 2024 we encourage our youth to read books by black authors. In addition to reading books by black authors\, there are various activities that your child can do to earn a bingo. Completing both the reading tracker and the bingo tracker could allow your child a chance to win a prize. There will be three prize given a $100 gift card a $50 gift card and a $25 gift card to our local black owned bookstore (for first\, second and third place) in small acknowledgment awards for the remainder of the children who participated. I hope many sign up 😊. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-read-a-thon-with-b-a-m/ LOCATION:online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-2024-01-29T150653.421.png ORGANIZER;CN="Beautifully Authentic Moms":MAILTO:Beautifully.authentic.moms@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T233000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20240218T052017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T052017Z UID:10002344-1708848000-1709508600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:HomeBound Hunt Extravaganza DESCRIPTION:In this virtual scavenger hunt\, participants become intrepid explorers of the imagination\, delving into the rich worlds of literature while engaging in exciting activities designed to spark creativity\, curiosity\, and a love for reading. \nHow It Works: \nEach day\, families select a book from a range of categories and embark on a quest to uncover its hidden treasures. From mysterious mysteries to fantastical realms\, every book promises a new and exhilarating adventure! \nThroughout the week\, participants will: \n\nExplore: Dive into the chosen book as a family\, discovering its wonders and unraveling its secrets together.\nCreate: Let your imagination soar with creative activities inspired by the book\, from crafting characters to designing alternate endings.\nHunt: Put your sleuthing skills to the test with a thrilling scavenger hunt\, hunting for clues and solving puzzles related to the book’s themes.\nShare: Connect with fellow adventurers in a virtual space\, sharing your discoveries\, insights\, and artistic creations for all to enjoy.\n\nJoin the Expedition: \nExplorer’s Book Quest is open to families with children of all ages\, inviting them to embark on a literary adventure that sparks imagination\, fosters creativity\, and cultivates a lifelong love for reading. \nSo\, gather your compass\, pack your imagination\, and get ready to embark on the journey of a lifetime with Explorer’s Book Quest! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/homebound-hunt-extravaganza/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/02-01-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="atozlearningclub":MAILTO:hey@atozlearningclub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T203000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20240210T153904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155023Z UID:10002314-1709492400-1709497800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Dover Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. Celebrates Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:Dover Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. Arts and Letters Committee : Facebook Live Interactive Reading with Black Authors in and Surrounding Dover\, Delaware.  Live reading of book\, Q&A with author\, and book giveaway. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week/2024-03-03/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG9172627426941798196.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Dover Alumnae Chapter- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority%2C Inc.":MAILTO:dac.artsletters@doverdeltas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250106T055659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T055659Z UID:10002395-1740218400-1740229200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:A Celebration of Local Authors and Illustrators DESCRIPTION:The Aiken County Chapter of Jack and Jill of America\, Incorporated will hosts its second Black Children’s Book Week event where we will focus on celebrating local authors and illustrators and highlight young literary talent and educate parents. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/a-celebration-of-local-authors-and-illustrators/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jack-and-Jill-of-america-incorporated.png ORGANIZER;CN="Aiken County Chapter of Jack and Jill":MAILTO:Aikenchapterjjpd@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T113000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250129T045635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T045635Z UID:10002422-1740222000-1740223800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Musical Baby Story-time in the Park! DESCRIPTION:Join South LA Mommy & Me\, known by our family as “SLAMM” for a musical baby story time in the park where we read books that reflect our communities to encourage early literacy and friendship between caregivers. We sing\, dance\, explore instruments\, and read books together while building community with others in South LA! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/musical-baby-story-time-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Queen Park\, Inglewood\, 652 E Queen St\, Inglewood\, CA\, 90301\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_6846_VSCO-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250221T162726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T162804Z UID:10002463-1740225600-1740229200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children’s Book Week Kickoff DESCRIPTION:A reading and meet the author with Dr Monica Page URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-kick-off/ LOCATION:Books and Other Found Things\, 13 Loudoun St SW\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_5265.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250205T004443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T004443Z UID:10002431-1740225600-1740232800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:"I Am More Than My Name" Author Event DESCRIPTION:Join us at Left on Read as we celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with a special storytime and book signing featuring Wichita native Dr. Kamshia Childs and her inspiring children’s book\, I Am More Than My Name! \nThis engaging event will include a live reading\, interactive Q&A session\, and meet-and-greet photo opportunity with the author. Each $25 registration includes entry for three and one pre-signed copy of I Am More Than My Name. \nAs part of our “Buy a Book\, Donate a Book” campaign\, attendees can purchase an additional copy at 20% off to donate to a local school or community library\, helping expand access to diverse children’s literature. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/i-am-more-than-my-name-author-event/ LOCATION:Left on Read\, 612 E Douglas Ave Suite 200\, Wichita\, K\, 67202\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Dr.-Kamshia-Childs-Author-Event-Flyer.png ORGANIZER;CN="Left on Read":MAILTO:leftonread.ict@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250208T193718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T193718Z UID:10002435-1740229200-1740236400@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Brushstrokes & Bookmarks: Where stories meet art DESCRIPTION:Not only will you get an opportunity to meet child author Jaelyn Eley\, everyone attending will receive a copy of his book “The Brave Ninja: Nasir Finds Confidence” to take home along with a painting. \nCome show your support and also encourage your future author! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/brushstrokes-bookmarks-where-stories-meet-art/ LOCATION:Paint n Sip Waldorf\, MD\, 11110 Mall Circle\, Waldorf\, MD\, 20603\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/brushstrokes-and-bookmarks-copy.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250212T182310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T182310Z UID:10002443-1740229200-1740240000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join Book Harvest to celebrate Black History Month & Black Children’s Book Week with a fun afternoon of activities\, snacks & special guests! Everyone will enjoy a special storytime followed by a dance workshop & visual art project plus families will get to enjoy the Family Space to harvest books to take home forever! \nWe’ll be reading the books\, “Alma’s Art” & “A Party for Langston”! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-history-month-celebration/ LOCATION:Book Harvest Family Space\, 2501 University Drive\, Durham\, NC\, 27707\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bhmbanner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Book Harvest":MAILTO:bria@bookharvest.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250123T050029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T050029Z UID:10002415-1740231000-1740243600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Pages of Our Power\, An African American Book Fair DESCRIPTION: “Pages of Our Power\,” An African American book fair that will celebrate African American authors\, stories\, and culture. Free community event for the whole family to enjoy a day of storytelling\, crafts\, and connecting with the richness of the African American heritage through literature. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/pages-of-our-power-an-african-american-book-fair/ LOCATION:A Place of Change Ministry\, 11615 Hartel Rd\, Grand Ledge\, MI\, 48837\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_0621.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Camile Jackson":MAILTO:eventsapoc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250215T032452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T213930Z UID:10002451-1740236400-1740243600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Celebrating Local Black Authors of Northeast GA DESCRIPTION:Local Black writers including Children’s book authors: DeJon Brown\, Seth Gholston\, Betty Major\, Staci Moore Rider and Stephon Watson talk about their books and their creative journey. \nHosted by Shantelle Grant\, Regional Children and Youth Service Director\,  Toccoa – Stephens County Library and panel moderated by Justin Richie URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/celebrating-local-black-authors-of-northeast-ga/ LOCATION:Toccoa Stephens County Public Library\, 53 W Savannah St\, Toccoa\, GA 30577\, USA\, 53 W Savannah Street\, Toccoa\, G\, 30577\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_9327.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250131T184921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T180930Z UID:10002424-1740268800-1740873599@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:BGC Book Club Celebrates Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:A week-long digital celebration of Children’s books by Black women authors\, hosted on Brown Girl Collective’s Instagram\, YouTube\, Facebook\, and Threads channels. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bgc-book-club/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screenshot-2025-02-12-at-1.06.39 PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brown Girl Collective":MAILTO:marcie@browngirlcollective.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250216T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T181321Z UID:10002454-1740268800-1740873599@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Hands and Black Books DESCRIPTION:Black Deaf teachers at the California School for the Deaf Fremont recorded themselves reading Black cultural books in American Sign Language. We will feature a book and signed video daily Feb 23-Mar 1st in celebration of Black Children’s Book Week! \nFollow us on Instagram @blackdeafeducation for the book and video link. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-hands-and-black-books/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-Black-children-book-week-1080-x-1350-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Black Deaf Project":MAILTO:blackdeafproject@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250217T045351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T045351Z UID:10002457-1740308400-1740333600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Levi&Toonk at the Queen Mary DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to take sail at the first Roots & Rhythm event! Join us the last Sunday of February to kickoff Black Children’s Book Week on the @TheQueenMary 🚢 \nLevi&Toonk will be engaging families with interactive performances at 12 pm\, 2 pm\, and 4 pm. Throughout the event’s duration\, we will also introduce our educational enrichment services while uplifting both of our current book collections. This will be a day of live music\, spoken word\, art sessions\, and so much more! 🪘🎷🎶🕺🏾💃🏾🎙🖼✨️ \nTo receive $5 off admission\, use promo code “RRLEVITOONK” when purchasing your tickets. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/levitoonk-at-the-queen-mary/ LOCATION:The Queen Mary\, 1126 Queens Hwy\, Long Beach\, C\, 90802\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Roots-Rhythm-Levi-Toonk-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Levi&Toonk":MAILTO:leviandtoonk(at)gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250120T141803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T142233Z UID:10002414-1740319200-1740322800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Storytime with Kevin Lewis DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome author Kevin Lewis to the Newburgh Free Library! Kevin will be reading some of his picture books as only he can\, with enthusiasm and joy! This storytime is geared towards children 3-5 years old\, but everyone is welcome! \nKevin Lewis is the author of many children’s picture books for toddler and early elementary grades including the classics Chugga-Chugga Choo-Choo and My Truck is Stuck (both illustrated by Daniel Kirk)\, Halloween favorite The Runaway Pumpkin\, Lot at the End of My Block\, Dinosaur Dinosaur\, Tugga-Tugga Tugboat\, and Not Inside This House.  URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/storytime-with-kevin-lewis/ LOCATION:Newburgh Free Library\, 124 Grand Street\, Newburgh\, NY\, 12550\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/NFL-Kevin-Lewis-Storytime.png ORGANIZER;CN="Newburgh Free Library":MAILTO:smontesanto@rcls.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20241203T150239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T184502Z UID:10002386-1740319200-1740326400@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Dallas Author Meet and Greet DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with four wonderful authors! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/dallas-author-meet-and-greet/ LOCATION:Pan African Connection\, 4466 S Marlalis Avenue\, Dallas\, Texas\, 75216 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/E8BB783F-6C72-4A42-8F28-479A5D59782D.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250210T195900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T195900Z UID:10002437-1740319200-1740326400@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Youth Author Fair DESCRIPTION:Join a panel of local\, young Black authors sharing their experiences as writers and reading their books for young people at Indy Reads! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-youth-author-fair/ LOCATION:Indy Reads\, 1066 Virginia Avenue\, Indianapolis\, I\, 46203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_946867563_97158603547_1_original.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Underdawd Talk LLC":MAILTO:underdawgtalkllc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250223T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250223T163000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250113T183048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T183048Z UID:10002402-1740321000-1740328200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Books\, Bakes & Brilliance DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Books\, Bakes & Brilliance! \nPresented by The Love & Light Collective’s Ms. Love and Beyond Academics’ Ms. Alisha \nWe are thrilled to showcase the work of Ms. Alisha\, author of You Can Be an Inventor Too!  and Ms. Love\, a talented Children’s Edutainer and founder of The Love & Light Collective. \nMs. Alisha’s engaging and empowering workbook introduces young readers to inspiring Black inventors and encourages children to see themselves as creators and innovators. With a mix of storytelling\, affirmations\, and fun educational activities\, Ms. Alisha’s workbook perfectly supports the mission of Black Children’s Book Week: to celebrate the brilliance and potential of Black children everywhere. \nMs. Love brings stories to life through song with engaging and heartfelt interactive sessions. Her dynamic storytelling style captivates young hearts and minds\, making this event an unforgettable celebration of creativity and representation. \nCome and Join Ms. Alisha and Ms. Love as we celebrate ‘Black Children’s Book Week’ with an afternoon of baking\, story time and so much more! \nDate: Sunday\, February 23rd\nTime: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM\nLocation: 200 Redpath Avenue\, Toronto \nThis family-friendly event is packed with exciting activities: \n\nBake Together: Get hands-on in a baking session that’s perfect for little chefs.\nRead-Alouds: Enjoy engaging stories read by children designed to inspire and uplift.\nInteractive Sing-Along: Join Ms. Love for a fun\, interactive sing-along! Feel the rhythm and get moving to the beat!\nInventor Activities: Dive into creative and interactive tasks inspired by Ms. Alisha’s workbook\, You Can Be an Inventor Too!.\n\nCelebrate creativity\, literacy\, and brilliance while connecting with a vibrant community. Don’t miss this chance to spark your child’s imagination and make lasting memories! \nLooking forward to seeing you there! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/books-bakes-brilliance/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025BCBWFlyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Love &%3B Light Collective":MAILTO:totheloveandlightcollective@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250124T145331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T145331Z UID:10002416-1740321000-1740337200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Mini Motivator Books Youth Conference DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of inspiration\, learning\, and fun at the Mini Motivator Books Youth Conference! \nThis engaging event empowers youth ages 7-13 and their grown-ups with creativity\, curiosity\, and community. \nEvent Highlights: Top Golf Atlanta(Midtown) \nMeet Local Authors: Connect with Atlanta’s finest authors and hear about their creative journeys. \nInteractive Science Activities: Hands-on group science experiments to spark curiosity and teamwork. \nMusic & Youth Panel Discussions: Celebrate the power of young voices as talented youth panelists share their stories\, dreams\, and challenges. \nYouth Keynote Speaker: Be inspired by an incredible keynote address from a rising star who embodies courage\, innovation\, and resilience. \nGolfing Fun: End the day with dynamic golfing sessions—perfect for all skill levels! 5-7 pm \nTickets are $70 and include entry for one grown-up and one youth (ages 7-13). URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/mini-motivator-books-youth-conference/ LOCATION:Top Golf Midtown Atlanta\, 1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd Nw\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30318\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MMYC-Tameka.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mini Motivator Books":MAILTO:minimotivatorbooks@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250216T184533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T184533Z UID:10002455-1740326400-1740330000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Fearless Futures Overcoming Today\, Leading Tomorrow DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring reading hour designed to help youth ages 8-12 discover the courage\, resilience\, and determination needed to overcome challenges and build brighter tomorrows. \nThis activity encourages critical reading and thinking\, as well as personal reflection. together well turn the pages toward a fearless and brighter future. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/fearless-futures-overcoming-today-leading-tomorrow/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Black-Childrens-Book-Week-2025-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250223T013524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T014124Z UID:10002466-1740330000-1740333600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Renewed Spirit Publishing Black Children’s Book Week Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating Black Children’s Book Week February 23-March 1\, 2025! Virtually and face-to-face join us in sharing books that highlight black characters or black antagonists for all readers. As with any events we host\, we focus on FUN and Literacy through S.T.E.A.M.! We discuss our self -care action plans and support and uplift one another! When you join us this week\, use the Black Children’s Book Week Checklist to check off ways you decide to celebrate! We look forward to you sharing your experiences with us! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/renewed-spirit-publishing-black-childrens-book-week-celebration/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Renewed-Spirit.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250212T174321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T174321Z UID:10002442-1740333600-1740337200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Virtual Story Time with Author Fatima Scipio DESCRIPTION:Join QUAD DEI Consultants\, LLC. and Fatima Scipio\, Author of “I Love Everything About Me\,” as we celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with a special story time celebrating self-love\, confidence\, and joy!\n\nAbout the Book:\nThis uplifting picture book\, with vibrant illustrations by Paige Mason\, celebrates everything that makes a Black child unique—from their hair to their adventures! With lively rhymes\, it’s perfect for story time or anytime encouragement.\n\nFatima Scipio is a woman dedicated to empowering everyone that she comes in contact with on a daily basis. She has spent over two decades working with children and families. She began her career as a teacher in the New York City Public School system and currently is the Director of Community Impact at the United Way of Greater Mercer County.\n\nShe is the CEO Brave Girl Media Group and her non-profit organization\, Young Enterprising Sisters-an online resource for girls 8-17. She has lectured to college students and participated in panel discussions so that she can share her message to the masses. “Anything is possible if you just believe.”\n\nFatima is the Author of First Aid for First Year Teachers\, Boss Lady (Seven Life Principles to Reign in the New Economy)\, The Little Book of Big Bold Prayers and most recently her first book for children “I Love Everything About Me”.\n\nFatima is a board member of the Yvonne McCalla Foundation\, a breast cancer awareness organization. She has been featured on NBC Positively Black\, News 12 New Jersey\, Success Magazine\, Essence\, Redbook magazine\, Vista magazine and a former contributor blogger with the Huffington Post. She has received numerous awards for her work with girls who are marginalized.\nFatima was nominated Change Maker for the United State of Women and nominated as the White House Champion for Change under The Obama Administration.\n\nFatima received her Bachelor of Science degree in sociology from Virginia State University and her Master of Science degree in urban affairs from Hunter College in New York City. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority\, Incorporated.\nFatima currently resides in New Jersey\, is a wife and the proud mother of one son. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/virtual-story-time-with-author-fatima-scipio/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1993-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="QUAD DEI Consultants%2C LLC":MAILTO:tracey@quaddeiconsultants.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250215T031804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T032431Z UID:10002450-1740333600-1740337200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:How To TRULY Identify Diverse Children's Books DESCRIPTION:Diverse children’s books aren’t just important—they’re essential! But how can you tell if a book is truly diverse? It’s more than just the illustrations! Join us on Feb 23rd at 3PM PDT / 6PM EDT on Instagram Live as we break it all down! Don’t miss this convo! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/how-to-truly-identify-diverse-childrens-book/ LOCATION:IG LIVE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Grey-Black-Modern-Minimalist-Live-Podcast-Instagram-Story.png ORGANIZER;CN="Fatmata Jalloh":MAILTO:kidosaurpublishing@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T194500 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250206T043924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T043924Z UID:10002432-1740338100-1740858300@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:BCBW Ms. Ann Books Alive Read Aloud Event DESCRIPTION:📚✨ Join Books Alive! With Ms. Ann for nightly live read-alouds during Black Children’s Book Week! ✨📚 \nGet ready for an exciting celebration of Black Children’s Book Week with Ms. Ann as she brings stories to life with engaging read-alouds by Black children’s book authors! 🎉📖 \n📅 Dates: Feb 23\, 24\, 25\, 26 and 28th \n⏰ Time: 7:15 PM (ET) \n📍 Facebook.com/BooksAliveWithMsAnn \nJoin virtually on Facebook live during Black Children’s Book Week for for a fun-filled storytelling experience the whole family will love! Get ready for bedtime with your little readers and immerse them in inspiring\, joyful\, and powerful stories by Black children’s book authors. 🎈✨ \n#BooksAlive #BlackChildrensBookWeek #ReadWithMsAnn #RepresentationMatters URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bcbw-ms-ann-books-alive-read-aloud-event/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Books-Alive-With-Ms.-Ann-BCBW-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250120T134708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T134708Z UID:10002411-1740355200-1740787199@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Webbd Publishing Co Read-A-Thon - Celebrating Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:Join Shardae Webb’s Black Children’s Book Week Read-a-Thon! \nCelebrate literacy\, creativity\, and representation by participating in Shardae Webb’s exciting Read-a-Thon during Black Children’s Book Week! Designed to inspire young readers\, this event encourages children to explore books by Black authors and illustrators while fostering a love for reading and highlighting diverse stories. \n\nHow to Participate:\n\nRegister your child for the Read-a-Thon by visiting webbdpubco.com by February 15\, 2025.\n📖 Read a book by a Black author or illustrator each day from February 24–28\, 2025.\nFollow @webbdpubco on Instagram.\n📸 Share a photo or video of your child reading using the hashtag #WBCBW and tag @webbdpubco.\nSubmit all entries by March 3\, 2025 to be eligible for prizes. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/webbd-publishing-co-read-a-thon-celebrating-black-childrens-book-week/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Join-childrens-author.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="@itsjustshay Shardae Webb":MAILTO:Contact@webbdpubco.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20241203T145553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T145553Z UID:10002389-1740391200-1740394800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Free Virtual Children's Book Readings DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Black History Month & Black Children’s Book Week\, Tanerra Willis founder of The Amazing Author Catalog will showcase different authors with diverse children’s books. \nRegister your childcare\, early learning center\, or elementary school and log on and listen in on these diverse works (book readings)that depict positive black/brown images and help support your work in fostering the love of reading and enhancing the imaginations & learnings of your youth. \nFeatured Authors: \n2/24/25- Tanerra Willis- Amazing me\n2/25/25- Mike Gammage- The Dreamlighters go to Space\n2/26/25- Sequoyah Sherril- We Need You Too\n2/27/25- Paula Banks- Peytons New School \nNo reading on Friday. Register via Eventbrite and you will receive the Zoom Code- Open to the general public with a special invitations to SAHM\, Home Schoolers\, Preschools and Elementary Schools \nShop our catalog \nFollow The Amazing Corner URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/free-virtual-childrens-book-readings/2025-02-24/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Heading-Now-91-98.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250129T153356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T153356Z UID:10002423-1740391200-1740585600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Next Generation Academy Book Fair Festival - Hosted by Next Chapter Bookstore and Gift Shop DESCRIPTION:Book Fair Festival for the students of Next Generation Academy a K-8 Public Charter School. \nNext Chapter Bookstore and Gift Shop will be the booksellers for this event. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/next-generation-academy-book-fair-festival-hosted-by-next-chapter-bookstore-and-gift-shop/ LOCATION:Next Generation Academy\, 3740 S Holden Rd\, Greensboro\, N\, 27406\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Updated-NGA-Book-Fair-Flyer-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Next Chapter Bookstore and Gift Shop":MAILTO:cornbreadandabook@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20250206T171012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T173928Z UID:10002433-1740420000-1740427200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Detangled & Delivered: A Celebration of Black Books & Culture DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis\, MN- Detangled & Delivered: A Celebration of Black Books & Culture is a family literacy event hosted by Love My Natural at Sumner Library on Monday\, February 24\, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Inspired by the journey of natural hair\, this event highlights the power of reading\, self-love\, and cultural identity. Through read-alouds\, storytelling circles\, live hair demonstrations\, and discussions on representation in literature\, attendees will explore the connections between history\, heritage\, and the stories that shape us. Free and open to the public\, this event is an opportunity for families\, educators\, and the community to engage in authentic storytelling and celebrate the richness of Black literature. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/detangled-delivered-a-celebration-of-black-books-culture/ LOCATION:Sumner Library 611 Van White Memorial Boulevard\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota Minneapolis MN\, 611 Van White Memorial Boulevard\, Minneapolis\, M\, 55411\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Banner-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Natural Hair ABCs":MAILTO:outreach@lovemynatural.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140956 CREATED:20241203T145553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T145553Z UID:10002390-1740477600-1740481200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Free Virtual Children's Book Readings DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Black History Month & Black Children’s Book Week\, Tanerra Willis founder of The Amazing Author Catalog will showcase different authors with diverse children’s books. \nRegister your childcare\, early learning center\, or elementary school and log on and listen in on these diverse works (book readings)that depict positive black/brown images and help support your work in fostering the love of reading and enhancing the imaginations & learnings of your youth. \nFeatured Authors: \n2/24/25- Tanerra Willis- Amazing me\n2/25/25- Mike Gammage- The Dreamlighters go to Space\n2/26/25- Sequoyah Sherril- We Need You Too\n2/27/25- Paula Banks- Peytons New School \nNo reading on Friday. Register via Eventbrite and you will receive the Zoom Code- Open to the general public with a special invitations to SAHM\, Home Schoolers\, Preschools and Elementary Schools \nShop our catalog \nFollow The Amazing Corner URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/free-virtual-childrens-book-readings/2025-02-25/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Heading-Now-91-98.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR