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SUMMARY:#28DaysofBlackGirlBooks
DESCRIPTION:During the entire month of February Dear Beautiful Brown Girl will be featuring #28DaysofBlackGirlBooks. We are featuring Black Books with a Female Protagonist. All 28 books are written by Black Women.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/28daysofblackgirlbooks/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dear Beautiful Brown Girl":MAILTO:info@dearbeautifulbrowngirl.net
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SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Week DMV  Year 1: The Vision
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion about Black Children’s Book Week celebrations in the DMV! Hear about our virtual library and opportunities to meet DMV-based authors during this year’s celebration. \nWe have a lot planned for year 1 and are excited to share the vision with you on Wednesday\, February 9th at 7PM ET. \nJoin the conversation with @4dmvkids\, @litlovejourney\, @bravekidpress & @brian_keith_harris. \nBring your questions. See you on Wednesday!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-dmv-year-1-the-vision/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="4DMV Kids":MAILTO:4dmvkids@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Black Rock Star Super Hero Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our booth at the Rock Star Super Hero Marketplace in uptown DC on Sunday\, February 20th from 1PM – 6PM. \nMeet and greet with DMV-based black children’s authors\, shop their books and merch and meet other vendors from around the city. \n  \nThis event is located at 3 Stars Brewing Company; 6400 Chillum Pl NW\, Washington\, DC 20011 \nWe hope to see you there.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-rock-star-super-hero-marketplace/
LOCATION:3 Stars Brewing Company\, 6400 Chillum Pl NW\, Washington\, 20011\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="4DMV Kids":MAILTO:4dmvkids@gmail.com
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UID:10001465-1645884000-1645891200@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Week Museum of Black Representation Grand Opening!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the launch of Black Children’s Book Week\, and the power of Black representation in children’s books! \nJoin us to celebrate the launch of Black Children’s Book Week\, and the power of Black representation! At our museum opening you will hear from the authors and organizers who are hosting events during Black Children’s Book Week. You will also get a chance to tour the galleries in our Black Children’s Book Week Shoppable Virtual Museum of Black Representation\, where you will be able to discover and purchase Black children’s books for the children in your life! \nThe galleries in the museum feature images from our author and publisher sponsors! Join us! This is a virtual event you don’t want to miss!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bcbw-museum-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Black Children’s Book Museum
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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UID:10001429-1645920000-1646351999@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Melanin Mass Moms Black Reading Week Book Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Melanin Mass Moms supports Black Reading Week! \nMelanin Mass Moms is giving away 20 diverse age appropriate books for free on a first come first serve basis to support parents participating in Black Reading Week! Simply fill out the form and receive a book for your child in time for Black Reading Week. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram\, and if you’re a mother of color feel free to join our online support group on Facebook. \nGoogle form: CLICK HERE
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/melanin-mass-moms-black-reading-week-book-giveaway/
LOCATION:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Pearl and her Gee's Bend Quilt Read Aloud
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard about the Gee’s Bend quilts?  No? These American treasures have traveled the US and abroad in museums plus galleries alike.   They are also the inspiration behind the geometric shapes found in the official White House painting of former First Lady Michelle Obama. Join educator\, author and Gee’s Bend Legacy Tangular A. Irby for a special Black Children’s Book Week reading of the best selling children’s book\, Pearl and her Gee’s Bend Quilt. Out of the mouth of a child\, let Pearl tell you how her grandmother’s magic with a needle and thread has inspired her to make her very own Gee’s Bend quilt. Find out how this small rural area in Alabama\, now called Boykin\, has found its rightful place in American History.  In the process\, inspire your children to learn about their own family history\, document the story and keep your legacy alive for generations to come.  This read aloud is on demand so… grab your little ones\, your favorite quilt\, press play and enjoy! \nComplete the google doc to be entered into a drawing to win an autographed Pearl and her Gee’s Bend Gift set.  The set includes a storybook plus coloring book. Good Luck. \nThe link to the reading will be posted in the Black Children’s Book Week Calendar on February 27th. \n  \nWatch the reading HERE. \n  \n 
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/pearl-and-her-gees-bend-quilt-read-aloud/2022-02-27/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Learning Advantage Network Diversified%2C LLC":MAILTO:learningadvantagenetwork@gmail.com
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UID:10001443-1645920000-1646524799@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:BCBW DMV YouTube Channel Launch
DESCRIPTION:DC\, Maryland & Virginia… Get Ready! \nThe Black Children’s Book Week DMV YouTube Channel will launch Sunday\, February 27th at Noon with DMV-based black children’s author readings\, introductions including author bios and more. This digital library will serve as the base of the DMV Black Children’s Author Database (coming soon!). \nNew releases set to drop on YouTube each day through Black Children’s Book Week (2/27 – 3/5) so make sure you hit that subscribe button now! \nMake sure to also follow our sponsors for more info on what’s dropping and from who: @4dmvkids\, @litlovejourney\, @bravekidpress\,  @iamyetteryogi & @brian_keith_harris! \nWant to get in touch with us? Email us: bcbwdmv@gmail.com
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bcbw-dmv-youtube-channel-launch/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="4DMV Kids":MAILTO:4dmvkids@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Lane ESD- Lane AABSS Book Drive
DESCRIPTION:The staff of Lane ESD and our school districts\, community organizations and community members will be purchasing newly purchased books written by African American and Black others that will be donated to schools and business entities in Lane County Oregon.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/lane-esd-lane-aabss-book-drive/
LOCATION:Lane ESD Main Office\, 1200 Highway 99 North\, Eugene\, OR\, 97402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading
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SUMMARY:cMoe Black Children's Book Week
DESCRIPTION:The Koch Family Children’s Museum of Evansville (cMoe) will join the celebration by supporting black child authors. Each author will read their published book and you each can be viewed via the Museum’s social media platforms. \nParticipating Authors:\n\n2/27-Delisha Payne\n2/28-Bree Francis\n3/1-Catherine Ewing-Booker\n3/2-Shayona Funches\n3/3-Brandon Darrett\n3/4-Tradara McLaurine\n\nWe will have a special reading by our Executive Director\, Stephanie Terry on March 5th.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/cmoe-black-childrens-book-week/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Museum of Evansville":MAILTO:info@cmoekids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T080000
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UID:10001087-1645948800-1646499600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Black History Month Book Drive
DESCRIPTION:In support of the inaugural Black Children’s Book Week (BCBW) February 27\, 2022 – March 5\, 2022 the Kappa Sigma NYC Alumnae chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority\, Inc.  will be hosting a book drive for children ages 1-17 years old.  The goal of BCBW is to purchase and donate culturally representative books that celebrate minority children and the creators who make sure they are represented in books and other children’s media.  Sorors and participants may donate books from the Kappa Sigma Book Drive attention soror Jazmin McBride.  Books ordered from the amazon list should be delivered no later than February 22\, 2022. \nSisterly\, \nSoror Jazmin McBride\, MSW \nCommunity Service Chair \nKappa Sigma NYC Alumnae Chapter \nSigma Gamma Rho Sorority\, Inc.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-history-month-book-drive/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority%2C Inc.":MAILTO:kscommunityservice@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The Radikal Readers 1000 Book Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Are you up for the challenge?\n\nThe Radical Readers Clubhouse is ecstatic about hosting our 1000 book drive challenge. The goal we have set is to collect 1000 books by January 1\, 2023. The books will then be distributed to low-income and literacy-deprived communities. To sustain this plan of action\, we commit to cultivating meaningful relationships in the community as well as making an impact on those who do not have adequate access to literacy programs or books.\n\nIf you are interested in donating one or several of your books or in organizing a book drive for The Radikal Readers Clubhouse\, please contact: Terry Preston 678-651-9130 or terrypreston51(at) gmail.com\n\nFor your convenience we are providing you with our Amazon wish list just as a reference\, but we highly encourage you to support your local bookstore. \nPlease support Black authors\, illustrators and bookstores\nTerance Shipman\nElizabeth Elliott\nNiles’s Surprise Discoveries/Visit\nMiracleous Seays\nTalina Hutton\nMedu Bookstore\nBlack Dot Cultural Center & Bookstore\nNubian Bookstore\nThe Listening Tree\nYoung Gifted and Black children’s books & workshops\nFor Keeps Bookstore\nOnyx Bookstore cafe LLC\nBrave and Kind Books
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/the-radikal-readers-1000-book-challenge/
LOCATION:VA
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UID:10001448-1645952400-1645955100@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Meet Social Media Influencer Curly Keish for Virtual Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Join Curly Keish’s Online Storytime! \nAuthor Keisha Cuffie also known as CurlyKeish to her many supporters on TikTok and Instagram where she passionately shares Black History. As an author\, activist and educator she is proud to host a virtual Story Time for her new book ‘D Is For Dazzling’\, a book of inclusivity\, positive affirmations and empowerment for Black Children. Join her for her Virtual Story time and chat about what inspired her to write her book ‘D Is For Dazzling’\, described by one reader as “A love letter to black children”. \n9-9:45AM for 45 minutes on ZOOM\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/2916724320?pwd=QStlUDRYNkhWZFM2eTBlcEdlN2VQdz09\n\nMeeting ID: 291 672 4320\nPasscode: 3JfQii
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/meet-social-media-influencer-curly-keish-for-virtual-story-time/
LOCATION:@curlykeish on IG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220227T180000
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SUMMARY:Author Meet & Greet @ The Black Joy Parade
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Oakland’s 5th annual Black Joy Parade for a “meet & greet” and book signing with author Claudia Walker. Claudia is the founder of HBCU Prep School and the author of the book series\, The ABCs of HBCUs and The ABCs of Black Wall Street. We’ll be celebrating Black joy through Black books all day long. 
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/author-meet-greet-the-black-joy-parade/
LOCATION:14th & Broadway (Oakland)\, 19th & Broadway\, Oakland\, Ca
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T045115Z
UID:10001100-1645966800-1645972200@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Black History/Black Children's Book Week Kick Off Event w/ Harriet Tubman
DESCRIPTION:Gather with Black Lives Matter Springfield as we listen to Harriet Tubman\, portrayed by Kathryn Harris\, read some of her favorite books. For children of all ages!\n\nPlease register your in person attendance at the link below. Please be sure to include yourself and any additional guests in your party registration number so that we can ensure we remain within the safety guidelines set by our public health leaders. \nDue to the ongoing pandemic\, we are limiting the number of in person participants in order to follow guidelines and keep everyone safe. We will be streaming this event on FB Live for those who want to join us virtually.\n\nMasks required at all times\n\n*Treat bags\, a book & school supplies will be given out to children in attendance. If you would like to help us by donating a book to provide a child\, please purchase one from our wish list at the link below.\nhttps://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/24FIE5GJ5V60N…
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-history-black-childrens-book-week-kick-off-event-w-harriet-tubman/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Lives Matter SPI":MAILTO:SPIBLM@GMAIL.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T143000
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SUMMARY:A Live Show for Our Beautiful Brown Babies!
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Black Children’s Book Week\, Kidogo Productions (kidogo.tv) will premiere its first live virtual event! Kidogo is excited to throw some love on our beautiful brown babies by showcasing the talents of musicians\, educators\, and instructions. Join us for sing alongs\, dancing\, and affirmations as we center and celebrate Black cultures! \nKidogo.tv is a new platform to find and enjoy curated video and interactive content\, which centers and celebrates Black cultures for children. At Kidogo (which means “little” in Swahili”)\, we strive to attract\, support and promote a premium collection of content creators (creatives\, educators\, and entertainers) who share Kidogo’s purpose\, which is to offer multimedia content designed to help Black children from around the world feel loved\, respected\, centered and celebrated. \n 
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/a-live-show-for-our-beautiful-brown-babies/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Grandma's Couch Presents: Drag Queen Story Hour with Stormie Daie!
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nGrandma’s Couch Presents Drag Queen Story Hour with the iconic Stormie Daie! In collaboration with the LGBT Center of Raleigh\, VAE Raleigh will be hosting this free virtual reading event for children of all ages. Revisit African-American children’s stories that may be new to some and an old friend to others. \nThis storytime is hosted in conjunction with VAE Raleigh’s current exhibition\, CREATING A HOME\, NOT AN EMPIRE. Curated by Collaborative Curatorial Fellow\, Alyssa Cuffie\, this show explores black family storytelling and the ways we revisit our past. \nJoin us for this one hour session of folktale\, songs\, and craft on February 27th at 2pm. RSVP is required. See you soon!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/grandmas-couch-presents-drag-queen-story-hour-with-stormie-daie/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="VAE Raleigh":MAILTO:alyssa@vaeraleigh.org
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UID:10001446-1645974000-1645977600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Get LIT-erature!
DESCRIPTION:Come and help us celebrate Black Children’s Book Week! We will be reading aloud “Daisy Lou & The J Crew” as well as “The ABCs of Black History.” Our vision is to engage children in the form of characters and history makers who look like them\, introduce friends and family of all race and ethnic groups\, provide a realistic and positive representation of minorities in today’s society and promote early childhood literacy.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/get-lit-erature/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cynecia Tempest":MAILTO:Cynecia.tempest@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220206T004532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220206T004532Z
UID:10001457-1645974000-1645977600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Reading Event
DESCRIPTION:Join me for various Black books read aloud by adults and kids!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/virtual-reading-event/
LOCATION:VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220130T063338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T154903Z
UID:10001426-1645974000-1645977600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Black Family Wellness: Joy & Storytelling As Tools For Parental Connection
DESCRIPTION:A panel of children’s book authors and licensed mental health professionals have come together to provide a wonderful workshop! \nDuring our panel discussion we will celebrate the many aspects of Black family joy while sharing tools that can be used to promote parental connection via storytelling. Dr. Melissa Boyd will talk about teaching our children healthy coping skills. Author Ciara Hill\, LPC\, LCPC will discuss a range of fun\, bonding activities that can be done at home for children of all ages. Dr. Nicole Christian-Braithwaite will talk about Black family wellness overall and Emely Rumble\, LCSW will share stories that center Black family joy and wellness across the African Diaspora. All families will have access to a book list and activities resource list provided during the presentation.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-family-wellness/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ciara L. Hill":MAILTO:ciaralhillbooks@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220129T142506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220129T142934Z
UID:10001421-1645974000-1645977600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Why Our Feelings Matter: Helping Children Talk about Their Emotions
DESCRIPTION:Why Our Feelings Matter: Helping Children Talk about Their Emotions\n\n\n \n\n\nA conversation with Dr. Charmain Jackman\, child psychologist\, parent\, and founder of InnoPsych\, Inc. and Chelsea Elliott\, Social Worker\, parent\, and author of Natalie’s Not-So-Fun Play Date\, will share their personal and professional narratives about why helping Black children talk about their feelings is critical to identity and self-love.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/why-our-feelings-matter-helping-children-talk-about-their-emotions/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Panel,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Charmain Jackman":MAILTO:thrive@innopsych.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220120T055436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T060337Z
UID:10001086-1645974000-1645977600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Young\, Gifted\, and Black
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will discuss what giftedness is\, how to identify if your child may be gifted\, ways to support your child if they are\, and external resources and programs to help cultivate that brainpower! Even if your child is not labeled “gifted” at school\, this information can still be powerful as we aim to give space and light for education to thrive. All grade levels are welcome! \nBrief Facilitator Bio: Bri Smocks has earned a Bachelor of Arts in English\, a Master of Education\, and a Master of Educational Leadership . She also holds a Principal certification along with teacher certifications for Gifted and Talented\, English\, and English as a Second Language. Her latest accomplishment has been taking on the role of Editor in Chief for Levi&Toonk.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/young-gifted-and-black/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levi&Toonk":MAILTO:leviandtoonk(at)gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220130T063235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220130T063235Z
UID:10001425-1645974000-1645979400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:A TALE OF TWO LIZZIES
DESCRIPTION:A Tale of Two Lizzies” is a virtual read aloud event. \nJoin Dr. Liz and KP Carter\, The Literacy Whisperer for a lively afternoon of reading\, music\, and fun! \nDr. Liz will share her Little Lizzy series for readers ages 3-7. She helps children develop reading and life goals and practice daily affirmations. Dr. Liz will discuss how developing goals and saying daily affirmations helped her family reach its goals. \nKP Carter’s Lizzie B. Hayes series is just right for readers ages 8-12. She weaves historical fiction\, family love\, and courage through her chapter books about life in Newark\, NJ during the 60’s and 70’s. She will read excerpts from the series and share music from the civil rights era. \n 
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/a-tale-of-two-lizzies/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Lisette Caesar":MAILTO:liz@littlelizzy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220226T043050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T141614Z
UID:10001444-1645977600-1645979400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:The Sisterhood Bond: Virtual Reading
DESCRIPTION:Come read “The Sisterhood Bond” with us on Instagram Live.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/the-sisterhood-bond-virtual-reading/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20220227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20220227T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220201T001740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T001740Z
UID:10001447-1645981200-1645984800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Smartie Kid Squad: Virtual Reading
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud of “ Counting Sheep Won’t Help Us Sleep” by the authors and founders of Smartie Kid Squad.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/smartie-kid-squad-virtual-reading/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading
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ORGANIZER;CN="Smartie Kid Squad":MAILTO:Info@smartiekidsquad.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220130T145327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T032732Z
UID:10001427-1645981200-1645984800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Beyond Representation: Dismantling White Supremacy in Mainstream Children's Media
DESCRIPTION:A virtual couch conversation with leading Black kids media experts and a child psychologist.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/beyond-representation-dismantling-white-supremacy-in-mainstream-childrens-media/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kidogo Productions":MAILTO:info@kidogoproductions.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220131T141827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T141827Z
UID:10001441-1645984800-1645992000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Story Time with Splash and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Coach Andre and Kimberly\, with the help of a few friends\, have decided to join in on the fun with a Virtual Kick off to Black Children’s Book Week! \nBlack authors and storytellers will have exactly 15 min to share their own book or favorite story with families online. During the event we will share links to the authors websites and/or links to the books read during our event. If there’s time we would like to give the audience a chance to ask authors questions if they desire. \nSo put the kiddos in their favorite Pajamas\, grab a cup of cocoa and join us for story time! \n 
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/story-time-with-splash-and-friends/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhythm and Stroke LLC":MAILTO:rhythmandstrokeLLC@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220222T014023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T014023Z
UID:10002143-1645984800-1646492400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:The Ready Writer Podcast Celebrates BCBW
DESCRIPTION:During Black Children’s Book Week\, Casey Bell\, host of the podcast\, The Ready Writer will interview authors of black children’s books. \n  \nFebruary 27 2022 6pm EST\nNakia Montgomery\n \nFebruary 27 2022 7:15pm EST\nP.J. Bass\n \nFebruary 28 2022 6pm EST\nTunu A Thom\n \nFebruary 28 2022 7pm EST\nChante Douglas \nMarch 1 6pm EST\nD.J. Strickalnd\n \nMarch 1 7pm EST\nCandice Okin\n \nMarch 2 6pm EST\nTakiyah Prowell\n \nMarch 2 7pm EST\nYetter Jenkins \nMarch 3 6pm EST\nElle Cole\n \nMarch 3 7pm EST\nAdia Johnson \nMarch 4 6pm EST\nDr. Kimberley Biddle\n \nMarch 4 7pm EST\nChante Miller \nMarch 5 2pm EST\nLesanda Moore\n \nThanks for being on the show \nInfo is below. You can click on link and sign up for a reminder\nThank you again \n  \n  \nTo Watch Videos Go To
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/the-ready-writer-podcast-celebrates-bcbw/2022-02-27/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="CSB Television":MAILTO:csbtelevisiontv@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220221T040551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T041818Z
UID:10001832-1645986600-1646508600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:The Radikal Readers Clubhouse (MEET THE AUTHORS)
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the week of February 27th-March 6th\, Black Children’s Book Week celebrates incredible black children’s book authors who are planting seeds of love\, diversity\, inclusion\, and literacy in the lives of our super awesome and radical kids. \nFive of the most talented children’s book authors will be joining me on Facebook live in The RadiKal Readers Clubhouse for a candid conversation about their extraordinary books. This will be a wonderful opportunity to participate in a Q&A You don’t want to miss this!\nSUPPORT OUR AUTHORS BOOKS\n__________________________________________\nGrand Feet\nWritten By Talina Hutton\nIllustrated by Naafi Nur Rohm\nhttps://grand-feet.square.site/ \nMadame Miraculous and the Messy Laboratory\nWritten by Miracleous Seays\nIllustrated by Daria Vanokurova\nAmazon \nNile’s Surprise Visit\nWritten by Ginger Smith\nIllustrated by DG\nhttps://nilesbooks.com \nI am a KING\nWritten by Elizabeth Elliott\nEdited by Kim Green\nIllustrated by Shay Page\nhttps://iamking1.com/ \nMahalia and Malcolm (The Robinsons)\nWritten by Terance Shipman and Prudence Williams\nIllustrated by Yvonne Abuda\nhttps://www.teranceshipman.com or Amazon \nThe Radikal Readers Clubhouse is an online reading group whose mission is distributing books in low-income or literacy deprived communities \n 
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/__trashed-39__trashed/2022-02-27/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Radikal Readers Clubhouse":MAILTO:Terrypreston51@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220225T034412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T140837Z
UID:10001434-1645988400-1645990200@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Week Storytelling with LÄCA Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 1ST EVER BLACK CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK!!! Our beautiful Black children\, our talented Black authors…Here’s how I’m celebrating. Join me from the comfort of your home while I bring to life some wonderful children’s books from Black authors of then and now! Tune in nightly to LÄCAInc (Linking Across Cultures and Ages) on Facebook Live for education\, entertainment\, history and fun!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-storytelling-with-laca-bridges/2022-02-27/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="L&Auml%3BCA InC- Linking Across Cultures And Ages (L&Auml%3BCA Bridges)":MAILTO:lacabridges@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T153314
CREATED:20220209T212704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T212704Z
UID:10001470-1645988400-1645990200@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:BeYOU TV Presents: Black Children's Book Week
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Black Children’s Book Week Dear Beautiful Brown Girl’s YouTube Series\, BeYOU TV\, will feature Black Female Authors of Children’s Books. Each day throughout BCBW we will chat with a highlighted author where they will share their journey as a writer of children’s books and the impact their storytelling has had on their readers.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/beyou-tv-presents-black-childrens-book-week/2022-02-27/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dear Beautiful Brown Girl":MAILTO:info@dearbeautifulbrowngirl.net
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