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SUMMARY:BK Royston Publishing Authors Celebrate Black Children's Book Week!
DESCRIPTION:Children’s book authors of BK Royston Publishing will be going LIVE on the BK Royston Publishing FB Page and YouTube Channel daily to celebrate\, support and show love for Black Children’s in our Books.  Let’s go!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bk-royston-publishing-authors-celebrate-black-childrens-book-week/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="BK Royston Publishing":MAILTO:bkroystonpublishing@gmail.com
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UID:10001786-1646076600-1646076600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Generation Health: A Legacy of Love Through Health Literacy
DESCRIPTION:How familiar are you with health literacy? In this one-hour discussion\, three experts share their knowledge about it through several topics found in children’s books with diverse characters. Attendees will leave with strategies to not only increase their health literacy\, but also strengthen generational health among their families.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/generation-health-a-legacy-of-love-through-health-literacy/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Donica' Backett":MAILTO:media@familyhealthislit.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T200000
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CREATED:20220215T203317Z
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UID:10001798-1646078400-1646082000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Key Lessons in Self-Publishing Children's Picture Books
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re thinking about writing a children’s book\, have already written your story\, or have already published your book\, THIS FREE EVENT\, Live on Instagram on February 28th is FOR YOU!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/key-lessons-in-self-publishing-childrens-picture-books/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Marietta and Reesa Shayne Books":MAILTO:reesashayne@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T200000
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CREATED:20220127T154606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T050853Z
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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/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Taye Jones":MAILTO:hello@tayejones.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T192124Z
UID:10001802-1646132400-1646134200@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Live Virtual Reading featuring Cindy J Cadet
DESCRIPTION:Join us LIVE on Black Children’s Books Read Aloud YouTube Channel as author Cindy J. Cadet reads her book “The Brownie Kid Squad and The Best Day Ever”.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/live-virtual-reading-featuring-cindy-j-cadet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T120000
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CREATED:20220201T001500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T001500Z
UID:10001445-1646136000-1646139600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Kid Lit Dreams Open Doors
DESCRIPTION:Wise Ink Creative Publishing cofounder Dara Beevas said\, “If you don’t follow your dream for you\, follow it for the person that dream is going to help and open a door for.” \nThis panel celebrates three Black women children’s book authors and how their mission-based books are changing the world for the better. \nJoin them as they share advice and encouragement from their experience publishing children’s books . . . and maybe even get inspired to write kid lit yourself.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/kid-lit-dreams-open-doors/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wise Ink Creative Publishing":MAILTO:hanna@wiseink.com
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UID:10001423-1646139600-1646140500@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-2/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T160000
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CREATED:20220131T010256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T010256Z
UID:10001433-1646150400-1646154000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Mini Code-Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join me with your child to create a story using code/ programming. No experience needed\, and you will learn enough to continue coding with your kids. This is a live interactive 1 hour event in Google Meet with me- Elaine Griggs. I am a National awards winning STEM teacher. Children grades K-8 can either create or tell a story using animation and while learning to code\, supported by you. Increase interest in science\, technology\, engineering process\, and math by supporting your child to learn to code computers. Don’t just use technology\, be digital content creators while laying the foundation for learning computational thinking.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/mini-code-camp/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="K12STEMClub":MAILTO:elaine.griggs@pembrokek12.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T180000
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CREATED:20220128T195323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T195323Z
UID:10001418-1646155800-1646157600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Interview with Latoya of Brown Hands LLC
DESCRIPTION:We have the pleasure of interviewing Cincinnati\, Ohio’s own Latoya Turner about her “Brown Hands” book series on instagram LIVE. Join us!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/interview-with-latoya-of-brown-hands-llc/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leah Williams of Mimi&rsquo%3Bs Treats Boutique":MAILTO:mimistreatsboutique@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T180000
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CREATED:20220219T151142Z
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UID:10001805-1646157600-1646163000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Kidpreneur Author Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join us all week as we hear from Kidpreneur Authors. On Wednesday\, our SPECIAL GUEST Veronica N. Chapman\, founder of Black Children’s Book Week will be joining us. Hope to see you there!!!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/kidpreneur-author-panel/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Panel
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Association for Kidpreneurs":MAILTO:Info@kidpreneurcentral.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220307T150000
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CREATED:20220222T014023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T014023Z
UID:10002145-1646157600-1646665200@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/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="CSB Television":MAILTO:csbtelevisiontv@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220301T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220301T190000
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CREATED:20220211T143153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220211T143153Z
UID:10001790-1646159400-1646161200@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Read Aloud
DESCRIPTION:Join in and learn about a new friend\, Caleb! He may not speak his words\, but he has plenty to say. \nEnjoy this story being read over a dope beat🎶🎤🎧 \nAfterwards listen in to a chat with the author\, Chanita Stone\, and her guest\, librarian and storyteller\, Billy Allen. \n 
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/virtual-read-aloud/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T193000
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CREATED:20220223T153517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T153517Z
UID:10001430-1646159400-1646163000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Story Time with Mother Dove
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week! \nIn celebration of Black Children’s Book Week\, please join author Theresa Hickman\, Tuesday\, March 1\, 2022\, for story time of her 1st children’s book\, I Can… Just Try! \nThis event is virtual via Zoom and the link will be provided upon registration. \nRegister by email at: youthcoordinator1@zetaphibetaillinois.org \nThe read-aloud will begin at 6:30 pm\, followed by a discussion. \nYou don’t want to miss out on this event. \nMark your calendars and come join Theresa\, Tuesday\, March 1st at 6:30pm for Story Time with Mother Dove. \nI Can…Just Try!: I Can Just Try! is available on Amazon as well at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LGWWW4L \n#childrensbook #firstpublishedbook #icanjusttry #blackauthors #motherdove #primaryagebook #childrensbookauthor\n#motherdovesacademy
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/story-time-with-mother-dove-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jhonte Winters- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority%2C State of Illinois":MAILTO:youthcoordinator1@zetaphibetaillinois.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T193000
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CREATED:20220212T175514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220212T175514Z
UID:10001795-1646159400-1646163000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Books Change Minds
DESCRIPTION:A virtual webinar hosted by Dr. Jacqueline Douge and Nicole Johnson featuring book recommendations\, book talk tips and more.  Hosts will explore how books can be a catalyst to explore empathy\, joy\, Black representation\, and social justice.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/books-change-minds/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baltimore Read Aloud":MAILTO:bmorereadaloud@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220307T193000
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CREATED:20220221T040551Z
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UID:10001834-1646159400-1646681400@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 
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LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Radikal Readers Clubhouse":MAILTO:Terrypreston51@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220225T034412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T140837Z
UID:10001436-1646161200-1646163000@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/2022-03-01/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220209T212704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T212704Z
UID:10001472-1646161200-1646163000@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/2022-03-01/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dear Beautiful Brown Girl":MAILTO:info@dearbeautifulbrowngirl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220124T010816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T010816Z
UID:10001095-1646161200-1646163000@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/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Seed of Melanin":MAILTO:seedofmelanin@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20230103T174226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T174226Z
UID:10001413-1646161200-1646164800@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/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Taye Jones":MAILTO:hello@tayejones.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220216T173122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220216T173122Z
UID:10001800-1646161200-1646164800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Live with Parents of Black Children Authors
DESCRIPTION:Parents of Black children authors will discuss what they did with their children\, intentionally and unintentionally\, that led to their children becoming published authors.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/live-with-parents-of-black-children-authors/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elyse So Powerful":MAILTO:info@elysesopowerful.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220212T172532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220212T172532Z
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SUMMARY:Black Children’s Book Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Black authors Nyasha Williams\, Carmen Maples\, Ciara Hill\, Carlee Jackson\, and Angela Dalton in a children-friendly trivia night. Can you figure out each of the author’s clues? Celebrate Black Children’s literature with us in form of a game. Be a part of our interactive event and book giveaway.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-trivia-night/
CATEGORIES:Panel,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220128T195151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T195151Z
UID:10001417-1646163000-1646168400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:So you want to publish a children's book?
DESCRIPTION:A conversation with Indie Authors\, Publishers\, Illustrators\, Editors\, and Book marketers about the process of publishing a children’s book.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/so-you-want-to-publish-a-childrens-book/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220301T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220211T023857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T013319Z
UID:10001781-1646164800-1646499600@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Piano-accompanied Read Aloud!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this pre-recorded piano-accompanied real aloud of Stephen Costanza’s book\, “King of Ragtime The Story of Scott Joplin.” Read by award-winning educator Jashonai Payne\, with a performance of some of Scott Joplin’s compositions by award-winning pianist\, Gil Scott Chapman! \nAbout Jashonai Payne \nJashonai Payne is an elementary educator of 17 years. She is a National Board certified teacher who received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Kean University and Master’s degree in Elementary Education from New York University. She has been a fellow of the National Writing Project\, the Charlotte Teachers Institute\, and the Yale National Initiative and has been voted Teacher of the Year for three years during her career. Her passion and career focus is Literacy education and multicultural children’s literature\, in which children can read beautiful stories about the world and see themselves in the stories they read. \nAbout Gil Scott Chapman \nGil Scott Chapman is a 31-year-old pianist\, born and raised in the town of Westfield\, NJ. He began his classical music studies at the age of 7 with Dr. Loretta Jankowski; where under her tutelage he won and placed in various piano competitions. Gil proceeded to earn his Bachelors in Jazz Studies–and Masters in Improvisation from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor)–where he also had the opportunity to study under world renown jazz pianists Geri Allen and Benny Green. He’s had the pleasure of participating and placing in various international piano competitions\, in places such as South Africa\, Switzerland\, and England; and he currently enjoys spending six months out of each year performing in Northern Michigan at Mackinac Islands Grand Hotel.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/piano-accompanied-read-aloud/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220211T023857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T013501Z
UID:10001782-1646208000-1646586000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Piano-accompanied Read Aloud! - Honoring Scott Joplin
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this pre-recorded piano-accompanied real aloud of Stephen Costanza’s book\, “King of Ragtime The Story of Scott Joplin.” Read by award-winning educator Jashonai Payne\, with a performance of some of Scott Joplin’s compositions by award-winning pianist\, Gil Scott Chapman! \nAbout Jashonai Payne \nJashonai Payne is an elementary educator of 17 years. She is a National Board certified teacher who received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Kean University and Master’s degree in Elementary Education from New York University. She has been a fellow of the National Writing Project\, the Charlotte Teachers Institute\, and the Yale National Initiative and has been voted Teacher of the Year for three years during her career. Her passion and career focus is Literacy education and multicultural children’s literature\, in which children can read beautiful stories about the world and see themselves in the stories they read. \nAbout Gil Scott Chapman \nGil Scott Chapman is a 31-year-old pianist\, born and raised in the town of Westfield\, NJ. He began his classical music studies at the age of 7 with Dr. Loretta Jankowski; where under her tutelage he won and placed in various piano competitions. Gil proceeded to earn his Bachelors in Jazz Studies–and Masters in Improvisation from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor)–where he also had the opportunity to study under world renown jazz pianists Geri Allen and Benny Green. He’s had the pleasure of participating and placing in various international piano competitions\, in places such as South Africa\, Switzerland\, and England; and he currently enjoys spending six months out of each year performing in Northern Michigan at Mackinac Islands Grand Hotel.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/piano-accompanied-read-aloud-2022-03-02/2022-03-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220127T154606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T050853Z
UID:10001105-1646208000-1646596800@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/2022-03-02/
LOCATION:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Taye Jones":MAILTO:hello@tayejones.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T131500
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220130T063054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T052728Z
UID:10001424-1646226000-1646226900@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-2/2022-03-02/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220123T024417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220123T025152Z
UID:10001092-1646233200-1646235000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Tips to Get Children Reading
DESCRIPTION:Want to encourage your child to read more but not sure how? Then this free\, live interview featuring best selling children’s author Tonya Duncan Ellis and Terri Hamm of Houston’s Kindred Stories bookstore is for you! The pair with discuss the benefits of reading and offer tips on how to get kids to open books outside the classroom. \nBios \nTerry Hamm is a Howard University graduate and owner of Kindred Stories\, Houston’s premier Black bookstore. \nTonya Duncan Ellis is author of the best selling Sophie Washington children’s chapter series for kids ages 8-12. Tonya is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI)\, the Authors Guild\, Black Creators in KidLit\, and the Brown Bookshelf’s HighlightsFoundation-sponsored\, Amplify Black Stories storyteller cohort.
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/tips-to-get-children-reading/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tonya Duncan Ellis Books":MAILTO:tonyaellis@live.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220204T202027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T202157Z
UID:10001455-1646242200-1646244000@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Inclusion is Key
DESCRIPTION:We have the pleasure of incredible Black authors from Warren\, Ohio\, L.K. Mason and Georgia’s own A.D Thompkins about their books “Zana the Brave” and “Dante’s Good Choices” book on instagram LIVE.  Join us!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/inclusion-is-key/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leah Williams of Mimi&rsquo%3Bs Treats Boutique":MAILTO:mimistreatsboutique@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220211T024328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220211T024414Z
UID:10001787-1646244000-1646245800@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:St Paul AME Church Fort Pierce presents Words Up Wed & Thumbs Up Thursday Read Aloud Rally
DESCRIPTION:St Paul AME Church Fort Pierce presents: Words Up Wed & Thumbs Up Thursday Read Aloud Rally Special Event \nHosted by: Tyler Mills & Mrs. D Mills \nTen year old Tyler and his mom\, both members of St Paul AME Church in Fort Pierce\, Florida\, currently host Thumbs Up Thurs every week . During this pandemic with leadership of Rev. Lori M. Snell approval\, St Paul has graciously allowed the use of the church’s zoom platform and creativity by the hosts in an effort to stay connected with the youth. Thumbs up Thursday is read aloud session that promotes a mix of faith in God and literacy using children’s books that represent stories with illustrations of black children every week.  The hosts have a passion for books written by black authors and illustrators and thank God for their work in creating stories that represent and reflect our image. \nThis special 2-day virtual event will feature 2 special books and authors: \nMarch 2nd @ 6pm Author & Pastor of St Paul – Rev. Lori Snell \nMarch 3rd @ 6pm Author & Fort Pierce local – Edward W. Slater \nAmen! \n 
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/st-paul-ame-church-fort-pierce-presents-words-up-wed-thumbs-up-thursday-read-aloud-rally/2022-03-02/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="St Paul AME Church Fort Pierce":MAILTO:djoycemills@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044708
CREATED:20220219T151142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T151142Z
UID:10001806-1646244000-1646249400@blackbabybooks.com
SUMMARY:Kidpreneur Author Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join us all week as we hear from Kidpreneur Authors. On Wednesday\, our SPECIAL GUEST Veronica N. Chapman\, founder of Black Children’s Book Week will be joining us. Hope to see you there!!!
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/kidpreneur-author-panel/2022-03-02/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Panel
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Association for Kidpreneurs":MAILTO:Info@kidpreneurcentral.com
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