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:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Mexico_City BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210404T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211031T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220403T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221030T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220222T142821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T200018Z UID:10001831-1645948800-1676739600@blackbabybooks.com 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:Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/1000-childrens-book-challenge-1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Radikal Readers Clubhouse":MAILTO:Terrypreston51@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T094500 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220226T043238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T141928Z 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Front-Full-ENG.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220227T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220209T212606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T212606Z UID:10001468-1645956000-1645984800@blackbabybooks.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/author-meet-greet..png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T143000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220124T045115Z 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:Ontario CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Black-Childrens-Book-Week-Kick-Off-Event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Black Lives Matter SPI":MAILTO:SPIBLM@GMAIL.COM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T143000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220121T200454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T220627Z UID:10001088-1645970400-1645972200@blackbabybooks.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-21-at-5.04.17-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kidogo Productions":MAILTO:info@kidogoproductions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220208T031810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T031810Z UID:10001467-1645970400-1645974000@blackbabybooks.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/DQSH-VAE-EVENTBRITE-BANNER.png ORGANIZER;CN="VAE Raleigh":MAILTO:alyssa@vaeraleigh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220226T043107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220226T043107Z 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/BB3D08B5-3833-48B1-AB2C-8DFD3045BB36.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Cynecia Tempest":MAILTO:Cynecia.tempest@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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:Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Black-Children-Book-Week-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BCBW-Black-Family-Wellness.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ciara L. Hill":MAILTO:ciaralhillbooks@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Black-Children-Book-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Charmain Jackman":MAILTO:thrive@innopsych.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220227T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Young-Gifted-and-Black.png ORGANIZER;CN="Levi&Toonk":MAILTO:leviandtoonk(at)gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/FINAL_DRAFT.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Lisette Caesar":MAILTO:liz@littlelizzy.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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:Ontario CATEGORIES:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/image0-25.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20220227T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20220227T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0EF0AD8D-767B-49B7-AA05-94F273670C7B-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Smartie Kid Squad":MAILTO:Info@smartiekidsquad.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Black-Childrens-Books-Week-Rep.-Matters-IG-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kidogo Productions":MAILTO:info@kidogoproductions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-31-at-9.10.57-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rhythm and Stroke LLC":MAILTO:rhythmandstrokeLLC@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/readywriter-bcbw.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CSB Television":MAILTO:csbtelevisiontv@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/the-radikal-readers-clubhouse-meet-the-authors1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Radikal Readers Clubhouse":MAILTO:Terrypreston51@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/BCBW.png ORGANIZER;CN="LÄ%3BCA InC- Linking Across Cultures And Ages (LÄ%3BCA Bridges)":MAILTO:lacabridges@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 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:Ontario CATEGORIES:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Podcast-images.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dear Beautiful Brown Girl":MAILTO:info@dearbeautifulbrowngirl.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220124T010816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T010816Z UID:10001093-1645988400-1645990200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:7 Days of Empowering Stories for Black Children! DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary series of Seed of Melanin storytime videos as we celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with seven empowering stories! \nStarting Sunday\, 2/27/22\, we will be premiering a new storytime video at 3 pm on our Seed of Melanin Kids YouTube channel each day. \nBe sure to follow us on Instagram @seedofmelanin for a chance to win fun giveaways. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/7-days-of-empowering-stories-for-black-children/2022-02-27/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Seed-of-Melanin-Black-Childrens-Book-Week.png ORGANIZER;CN="Seed of Melanin":MAILTO:seedofmelanin@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220213T181707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220213T181853Z UID:10001796-1645992000-1646514000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children Book Read Aloud DESCRIPTION:During the week of 2/27-3/5 (Black Children’s Book Week)\, my young children & I will be reading a children’s book out loud on TwitterSpace (audio social media) & Instagram. Daily at 8pmET. Follow @innodim on Twitter & IG to get notifications. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-children-book-read-aloud/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/F7E6A545-54A5-4D6D-8694-DDA7001201F9-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Dr.Ijeoma Nnodim Opara":MAILTO:ijeomannodimopara@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T201500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T204500 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220202T034708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T161601Z UID:10001452-1645992900-1645994700@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Bedtime Story with Crystal Jordan DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with Crystal Jordan! \nSave the Dates February 27\, March 2\, and 3. \nI will be hosting a bedtime story featuring my books! My books feature positive affirmations and Autism Awareness. \nI Am Auesome Series \nWith strong words of affirmation\, the I Am Auesome Positive Affirmations for Autistic Children Series aims to motivate children on the spectrum\, while they are becoming who they are meant to be. “I hope they’ll know they’re enough.” The power they possess does not require them to change to fit society’s norms. They are AUESOME. \nFebruary 27 –\nBedtime Story Time With Crystal Jordan featuring I Am Auesome Positive Affirmations for Autistic Boys\n\nMarch 2 –\nBedtime Story Time With Crystal Jordan featuring Just Like you\n\nMarch 3 –\nBedtime Story Time With Crystal Jordan featuring I Am Auesome Positive Affirmations for Autistic Girls\nAll kids need words of affirmation especially kids on the spectrums. I created this series for them. \nOrder here: \nwww.zachariahworld.com/iamauesome \nWhere to watch me Live here: \nYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTEYIrnc8q2oydZHAy0NhUA\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Crystaljordanthedesigner/\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamcrystaljordan/\nMy Website: https://www.zachariahworld.com/livereadings URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bedtime-story-with-crystal-jordan/2022-02-27/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Pastel-Watercolor-Daily-Planner-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Jordan Zachariah World":MAILTO:crystaljordan@zachariahworld.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220301 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220128T195441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T195441Z UID:10001420-1646006400-1646092799@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Virtual Read Aloud From The Museum DESCRIPTION:Authors\, Books and lots of reading fun!!! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-virtual-read-aloud-from-the-museum/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screenshot_20220127-180806_Gmail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220304T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220127T154606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T050853Z UID:10001103-1646035200-1646424000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Be Seen And Heard IG Live Series DESCRIPTION:Be Seen and Heard is a digital space dedicated to creatives who’s books and businesses support and affirm Black children and children of color.  I will be promoting my book\, “Liam’s First Cut” and hosting 6 other authors during the week to celebrate Black Children’s Book Week. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/be-seen-and-heard-ig-live-series/2022-02-28/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/image0-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Taye Jones":MAILTO:hello@tayejones.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220228T064448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T064448Z UID:10001451-1646046000-1646049600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Learn to Read-Aloud for engagement with literacy! DESCRIPTION:Each one\, teach one! Spread literacy by brushing up on your read-aloud skills with us @3kingvisions Billy Allen and @weareherelit Tiffeni Fontno. \nWe will discuss: \n\nThe importance of read-alouds to young children\nBook selection\nEngagement and much more!\n\nSet aside this Tuesday from 11-12 EST to drop by\, listen\, and ask questions at this IG Live event! \n  URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/learn-to-read-aloud-for-engagement-with-literacy/ LOCATION:Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-02-27-at-10.05.40-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T131500 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220130T063054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T052728Z UID:10001422-1646053200-1646054100@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Read-Aloud Stories from Black Authors! DESCRIPTION:Please Join us on YouTube LIVE\, featuring Three Black Authors Children’s Book ! February 28 – March 2\, 2022 at 1pm! Tune in to the YouTube Channel: #Children Reading Books for Success. We will see you there!  Authors: P.J. Bass “Together with Dad! Andy’s Adventure-Filled Week!”\, Lisa Thompson “I miss my Teacher”\, and Natasha Carlow ” Mike Nero Superhero School”. See you there!! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/read-aloud-stories-from-black-authors-2/2022-02-28/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Colorful-Kids-Preschool-Instagram-Post-940-×-788-px-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T153000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220205T165957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220205T170134Z UID:10001456-1646060400-1646062200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Author's Chat with Nina Sophia DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Black Children’s Book Week\, I will be hosting an author’s chat with Nina Sophia\, who is the author of The Adventures of Nina Sophia and My Name is Nina Sophia. The event will be on IG Live\, February 21\, at 3pm. @iamyetteryogi @the.adventures.of.nina.sophia URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/authors-chat-with-nina-sophia/ LOCATION:Ontario CATEGORIES:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/51282DB0-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="4DMV Kids":MAILTO:4dmvkids@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220202T033711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T222719Z UID:10001449-1646064000-1646067600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Drag Queen Story Hour DESCRIPTION:Drag Queen Story Hour is a proud sponsor of Black Children’s Book Week! Check out our story hour with Felicia Minor and author A.K. Neer\, founder of Hark Press Books as they read I wish I were a Unicorn. \n\nDrag Queen Story Hour celebrates reading through the glamorous art of drag.  Our chapter network creates diverse\, accessible\, and culturally-inclusive family programming where kids can express their authentic selves and become bright lights of change in their communities. We envision a world where kids can learn from LGBTQ+ herstories and experiences to love themselves\, celebrate the fabulous diversity in their communities\, and stand up for what they believe in and each other.\nFelicia Minor\nFelicia “Fefe” Minor is most known for her involvement in the community and being crowned Miss Gay Supernova USA Newcomer in 2011. Felicia Minor is an aspiring drag queen\, entertainer\, co-host and producer. Entertainer\, social media guru\, makeup artist and co-host of Let’s Have A Fefe with Felicia “Fefe” Minor & Freddy Prinze Charming\, Felicia has been entertaining since 2007. She was crowned Miss Gay Supernova USofA Newcomer in 2011\, and it was all downhill from there. Since discovering foundation that matched her skin tone\, she’s been making a name for herself as one of the most creative queens in Arizona. She’s always willing to lend her talents to up-and-coming entertainers\, helping with pageants\, makeup\, and teaching the new generation of divas how to channel their own brand of fierceness\, reminding them\, and everyone else\, to “Rock their fabulosity!”\nA.K. Neer\nA.K. Neer (also goes by “Zen”) she/they\, is passionate about writing and producing books that include diverse characters within stories that encourage and empower young readers to know\, accept\, and be their authentic selves. With a special spot for marginalized children and inspired by their own kids\, they hope their books will bring awareness of emotional intelligence\, self-awareness\, and positive self-concept to readers of all ages. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/drag-queen-story-hour/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/FEBRUARY-28.png ORGANIZER;CN="Drag Queen Story Hour":MAILTO:jonathan@dragqueenstoryhour.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170712 CREATED:20220128T195403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T195403Z UID:10001419-1646069400-1646071200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Interview with Gloria Angelou DESCRIPTION:We have the pleasure of interviewing Columbus\, Ohio’s own Gloria Angelou about her “Daddies Too” book series on instagram LIVE. Join us! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/interview-with-gloria-angelou/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5A1CBC9A-2B03-443D-B58C-BBA40789784B.png ORGANIZER;CN="Leah Williams of Mimi&rsquo%3Bs Treats Boutique":MAILTO:mimistreatsboutique@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR