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-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blackbabybooks.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Black Baby Books - Black Children's Book Characters REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240218T051835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T051835Z UID:10002342-1708941600-1709388000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Hertford County Public Library Celebrates Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:We are partnering with Vito & Sons Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria for Black Children’s Book Week ! February 26 – March 2\n\nKids age 5 – 10 earn a $5 discount off a kids meal! Come to the library\, read an African American children’s book and complete a short review. Return to the circulation desk and a staff member will complete the $5 discount certificate (one per child). URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/hertford-county-public-library-celebrates-black-childrens-book-week/ LOCATION:Hertford County Public Library\, 303 W Tryon St\, Winton\, NC\, 27986\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/blackchildrenbookweek-FLYER.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T123000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240210T163017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T163017Z UID:10002315-1708950600-1708950600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Detroit Public Library Celebrates Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:Visit many of our locations to celebrate Black Children’s Book Week.  From writing their own books\, to stories that feature Black children there are great programs to choose from! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/detroit-public-library-celebrates-black-childrens-book-week/ LOCATION:18400 joy road detroit mi 48228\, 18400 Joy Road\, Detroit\, 48228\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/bcbw-all-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Detroit Public Library - Franklin Br":MAILTO:mvortkamp@detroitpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240211T013515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240211T013515Z UID:10002323-1708963200-1708970400@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Detroit's Celebration of Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:Join us for Detroit’s Celebration of Black Children’s Book Week! Our citywide kickoff event is Monday\, February 26\, 4-6pm at Durfee Innovation Society\, 2470 Collingwood St\, Detroit. Free books\, Black author-led read alouds\, refreshments\, literacy activities + games\, and resources for families and children from birth to elementary-age! Register today and let’s celebrate books and authors that celebrate our children!  Check out our website to find more Black Children’s Book Week fun across Detroit! #BookJoy #BlackBooksMatter #BlackChildrensBookWeek #BooksInTheD URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/detroits-celebration-of-black-childrens-book-week/ LOCATION:durfee innovation society\, 2470 Collingwood Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48206\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/426613498_828546325983268_5463424164027016254_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="313Reads%3A Detroit's Literacy Coalition":MAILTO:info@313reads.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240218T051622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T051622Z UID:10002339-1708970400-1708974000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Week Read Along/Draw Along Event DESCRIPTION:Virtual Event Alert! \nJoin CAPPS of Maryland for a virtual read along/draw along in celebration of Black Children’s Book Week! Let your child get immersed in stories about fascinating Black characters. \nThe event will feature a carefully chosen Black children’s book\, filled with positive representation and uplifting messages. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-read-along-draw-along-event/ LOCATION:online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BLACK-CHILDRENS-BOOK-WEEK-EVENT-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Adult and Pediatric Psychological Services (CAPPS)":MAILTO:jcasey@cappsmd.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240219T043210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T043210Z UID:10002358-1708970400-1708974000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Riley's Reading Party DESCRIPTION:This is an in home family centered reading party to include a read aloud\, hands on activity\, and playtime for children ages 3-7.  By invitation only. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/rileys-reading-party/ LOCATION:256 N Sheridan St.\, South Bend\, IN- Grandma’s House\, 256 N Sheridan St.\, South Bend\, IN\, 46619\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Wee Read Literacy Squad%2C Inc.":MAILTO:ejones@sbcsc.k12.in.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T203000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240210T153904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155023Z UID:10002308-1708974000-1708979400@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Dover Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. Celebrates Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:Dover Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. Arts and Letters Committee : Facebook Live Interactive Reading with Black Authors in and Surrounding Dover\, Delaware.  Live reading of book\, Q&A with author\, and book giveaway. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week/2024-02-26/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG9172627426941798196.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Dover Alumnae Chapter- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority%2C Inc.":MAILTO:dac.artsletters@doverdeltas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240220T195704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T195704Z UID:10002361-1709028000-1709046000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Free Virtual Visit with RaQia Lowo - Author of Weekend and Zay: Saturday School! DESCRIPTION:In honor of Black History Month and Black Children’s Book Week (2/25 – 3/2/24)\, I am offering 3 Free Virtual Author Visits for Weekend and Zay: Saturday School! This event is open to schools\, libraries\, and community centers! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/free-virtual-visit-with-raqia-lowo-author-of-weekend-and-zay-saturday-school/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BHM-BCBW_RLowo.png ORGANIZER;CN="RaQia Lowo":MAILTO:rclowo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T223000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240114T200707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T182205Z UID:10002272-1709028000-1709073000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Lit Mornings w/ The Amazing Corner DESCRIPTION:Free Virtual Black children’s Book Readings hosted by The Amazing Corner & featuring Tanerra Willis & The Exclusive Amazing Author Member Group URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/lit-mornings-w-the-amazing-corner/2024-02-27/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lit-Morning-Author-Line-Up-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Tanerra Willis":MAILTO:Contact@theamazingcorner.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240218T052640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T052640Z UID:10002355-1709035200-1709038800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Bridging The Gap: Ensuring Diverse Books Reach All Children DESCRIPTION:A conversation between three British African authors/publishers aiming to reach as many young readers as possible with diverse books. Louisa Olafuyi (@kundakids)\, Madeline Wilson-Ojo (@madelinewbooks) and Kamapala Chukwuka (@kamapala_c) meet again to discuss the rewards and challenges that come with writing and distributing children’s literature that feature predominantly African characters. \nThis is a must-attend online event for children’s authors\, educators\, librarians\, parents and everybody interested in seeing more diverse books on children’s shelves. \nCome and join us on IG Live for this inspiring and educational conversation on Tuesday 27th February at 12pm GMT. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bridging-the-gap-ensuring-diverse-books-reach-all-children/ LOCATION:N ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BCBW-2024-Square-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240221T050740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T050740Z UID:10002371-1709042400-1709046000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Women Arts & Writing DESCRIPTION:Explore your creativity with Black Women Arts & Writing! Join us for a book giveaway\, art activities\, and artist downloads on February 27\, 2024. Let your creativity flow! Join in on an art activity inspired by the book on Black Women artists and their stories! \n“Cursive Writing African American Women Artists A to Z” URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-women-arts-writing/ LOCATION:online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/event-flyer.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brown Girls Unite":MAILTO:browngirlsunite@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240122T184601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T185601Z UID:10002276-1709049600-1709053200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Story and Craft - Reading All Because You Matter and making a collage DESCRIPTION:Ages 3 and up. Join us for a great book\, a fun craft and a snack to celebrate Black Children’s Book Week!! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/story-and-craft-reading-all-because-you-matter-and-making-a-collage/ LOCATION:13651 E. McNichols\, 13651 E. McNichols\, Detroit\, MI\, 48205\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/DPL-Event.png ORGANIZER;CN="Detroit Public Library - Franklin Br":MAILTO:mvortkamp@detroitpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240131T175328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T175328Z UID:10002296-1709049600-1709053200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Potty-Training Day Series Book Launch DESCRIPTION:Attention parents\, guardians and caregivers! 📣 Join us on Tuesday\, February 27th as Railroad Book Depot hosts the Book Launch for the “Potty-Training Day” books series. Akilah Trinay and Ziana T. Washington will read and sign autographed copies of their 2nd edition co-authored book! “Potty-Training Day: For Boys” is now available for male tots. 🚽📚 This is an amazing opportunity to meet these talented authors and learn some tips and tricks on potty-training your little ones. Don’t miss out\, mark your calendars and join us for this exciting event! 🎉 \n\nPotty-training is not a one-size-fits-all process\, everyone experiences it differently. Potty-Training Day™ celebrates that space in between\, where your little one is curious and ready\, and as a parent\, you are ready and yet scared of what a potty-trained baby really means. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/potty-training-day-series-book-launch/ LOCATION:Railroad Book Depot\, 485 Railroad Ave\, Pittsburg\, CA\, 94565\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Book-Launch-Event-Flyer-pic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Revision Publishing LLC":MAILTO:contact@revisionpub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240210T162948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T162948Z UID:10002316-1709049600-1709053200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Detroit Public Library: All Because You Matter Storytime & Collage Craft DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with a Story and Craft. We are reading All Because You Matter and making a collage.  All ages. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/detroit-public-library-all-because-you-matter-storytime-collage-craft/ LOCATION:13651 E. McNichols\, 13651 E. McNichols\, Detroit\, MI\, 48205\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/bcbw-all-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Detroit Public Library - Franklin Br":MAILTO:mvortkamp@detroitpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T173000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240210T154448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T154824Z UID:10002297-1709049600-1709055000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:BCBW at West Haven CT. Library DESCRIPTION:Meet Tru and Kulture Roots\, two amazing twins who love to share their culture with children all around the world! In their delightful book\, you’ll get to know Tru and Kulture as they take you on an exciting journey to learn all about the African American Flag and the wonderful significance of their African American heritage. \nFirst stop? A classroom where they had so much fun hanging out with their friends and explaining the meaning behind the colors on the African American flag. Through their charming storytelling\, Tru and Kulture teach children about each color’s rich history and cultural importance\, inspiring a sense of pride and understanding. Get ready to be inspired! \nColoring activities\, stickers\, giveaways\, and a recorded topic discussion. Registration is required. \nFor registration or more information\, e-mail asweeney@westhavenlibrary.org or call (203) 937-4233 URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/bcbw-at-west-haven-ct-library/ LOCATION:West Haven Public Library\, 300 Elm St\, West Haven\, CT\, 06516 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Tru-and-Kulture.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T183000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240202T182255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T182255Z UID:10002303-1709056800-1709058600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:The Epic Adventures of Super Skye and Titantrum Read-Along DESCRIPTION:Liberation is Lit is excited to host a read-along with Candace and Aria Jordan of their book The Epic Adventures of Super Skye and Titantrum on IG Live on February 27th! This event is for Black Children’s Book Week. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/the-epic-adventures-of-super-skye-and-titantrum-read-along/ LOCATION:IG LIVE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Live-read-along.png ORGANIZER;CN="Liberation Lit":MAILTO:info@liberationislit.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240213T033913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T034007Z UID:10002334-1709060400-1709062200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Calabash Village Celebration of Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:In the Calabash Village\, we explore folktales from all over Africa and beyond. By using storytelling as a method to keep culture alive\, we also cover the knowledge of narrative elements\, character development\, creation of our own stories\, and understanding cultural lessons. \nJoin us for 4 days of stories\, songs\, culture\, and fun. Come see what adventures await in the village!!!! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/calabash-village-celebration-of-black-book-week/2024-02-27/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blackbookweek24-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Culture4MyKids%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@culture4mykids.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T203000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240210T153904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155023Z UID:10002309-1709060400-1709065800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Dover Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. Celebrates Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:Dover Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. Arts and Letters Committee : Facebook Live Interactive Reading with Black Authors in and Surrounding Dover\, Delaware.  Live reading of book\, Q&A with author\, and book giveaway. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week/2024-02-27/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG9172627426941798196.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Dover Alumnae Chapter- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority%2C Inc.":MAILTO:dac.artsletters@doverdeltas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T223000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240114T200707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T182205Z UID:10002273-1709114400-1709159400@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Lit Mornings w/ The Amazing Corner DESCRIPTION:Free Virtual Black children’s Book Readings hosted by The Amazing Corner & featuring Tanerra Willis & The Exclusive Amazing Author Member Group URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/lit-mornings-w-the-amazing-corner/2024-02-28/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lit-Morning-Author-Line-Up-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Tanerra Willis":MAILTO:Contact@theamazingcorner.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240129T233728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240211T021033Z UID:10002294-1709118000-1709121600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Welcome Authors Elexene and Tashia Purnell to UPHC Small Steps Learning Center (Foley\, AL) DESCRIPTION:Welcome authors Elexene and Tashia Purnell to our learning center in February. They are a mother-daughter team who wrote a book\, Xena’s Adventures\, about a special giraffe! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/welcome-authors-elexene-and-tashia-purnell-to-uphc-small-steps-learning-center-foley-al/ LOCATION:united pentecostal holiness church\, 421 2nd Avenue\, Foley\, AL\, 36535\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Book-Launch-Flyer-Made-with-PosterMyWall-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T114500 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240225T023615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T023615Z UID:10002376-1709118900-1709120700@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Week: Story Time Series & Author Event at Three Avenues Bookshop DESCRIPTION:Three Avenues Bookshop is hosting a special story time series to celebrate Black Children’s Book Week! During our story time series\, we will read some of our favorite books featuring Black children by Black authors. The grand finale of our story time series will include a special author story time with local Chicagoland author\, Malcolm Newsome! Malcolm is a Black children’s book author who just came out with a new book called Sydney’s Big Speech\, which he will be reading on Saturday\, March 2. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-story-time-series-author-event-at-three-avenues-bookshop/2024-02-28/ LOCATION:Three Avenues Bookshop\, 3009 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Black-Childrens-Book-Week.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Three Avenues Bookshop":MAILTO:threeavenuesbookshop@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240131T175408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T192038Z UID:10002295-1709130600-1709139600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Overtown Literacy Day DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with Overtown Literacy Day!\n\nJoin us at the Center for Black Innovation for a special Overtown Literacy Day\, in proud partnership with the Miami Dade Public Library. This event is dedicated to celebrating Black History Month and the joy of reading among young minds.\n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 28thTime: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PMLocation: Center For Black Innovation\n\nDive into the world of stories with our exciting lineup of activities:\n\n•Book Fair: Browse a diverse selection of books featuring Black characters and authors.\n•Read Alouds: Engage with local storytellers as they bring tales to life.\n•Crafts: Encourage creativity with book-themed crafting sessions.\n\nOvertown Literacy Day is more than just an event; it’s a movement to empower the youth through literacy and celebrate the rich tapestry of Black storytelling. Don’t miss out on this family-friendly event that supports the love for reading in our community.\n\nSpecial Highlights:\n\n•A curated selection of books that celebrate Black culture and history.\n•Interactive read-aloud sessions to inspire and entertain.\n•Creative crafts activities that complement the literary experience.\n\nCome and enjoy an afternoon filled with literature\, learning\, and community spirit. Let’s honor Black History Month and the literary contributions of Black authors and illustrators together!\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. We look forward to welcoming you and your family to an enriching experience dedicated to literacy and heritage. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/overtown-literacy-day/ LOCATION:Center For Black Innovation\, 937 Northwest 3rd Avenue\, Miami\, FL\, 33136\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Overtown-Childrens-Book-Day-Flyer-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Black Innovation":MAILTO:Zweventz@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T163000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240125T182403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T182403Z UID:10002277-1709134200-1709137800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Library on the Go: Black History & Art in the Park! DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month and Black Children’s Book Week in 2024 by honoring African American artists and their contributions! Join us at Dr. Rev. JWH park for a special program highlighting influential painters\, such as Alma Woodsey Thomas and the locally celebrated Florida Highwaymen. Children’s Librarian Ms. Tea will read excerpts from “Ablaze with Color: A Story of Painter Alma Thomas” by Jeanne Walker Harvey. Children can unleash their creativity with all supplies provided for make-and-take works inspired by Ms. Thomas’ techniques and the natural surroundings. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/library-on-the-go-black-history-art-in-the-park/ LOCATION:N ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/LOTG-BHArt.png ORGANIZER;CN="Delray Beach Public Library":MAILTO:tammeric.scurry@delraylibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T163000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240218T053633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T053633Z UID:10002343-1709136000-1709137800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Write This! Interview with Children's Author Zariah Cherry DESCRIPTION:Author Tonya Duncan Ellis will interview 11-year-old author\, Zariah Cherry\, winner of a writing prize at the inaugural Black Children’s Book Week event. Since that time\, Zariah\, who has dyslexia\, has gone on to publish multiple books and be featured on television\, at book stores and at book conferences. Join us on Instagram Live @tonyaellisbooks at 4 p.m. ET on February 28\, 2024 to learn the secrets of this young writer’s success! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/write-this-interview-with-childrens-author-zariah-cherry/ LOCATION:Black Children’s Book Week Virtual Meeting Space ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Black-Childrens-Books-Black-Childrens-Books-Week-Black-Baby-Books-Instagram-Post-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240211T155903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240211T155903Z UID:10002325-1709139600-1709143200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Community Reading at Boys and Girls Club of Bethlehem DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday February 28th children’s book authors Katarah Jordan & Veronica Moore will hold a community read aloud hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Bethlehem. Bring your children ages K-5 for a chance to meet the authors and ask your burning questions about what it takes to be a children’s book author! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/community-reading-at-boys-and-girls-club-of-bethlehem/ LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club of Bethlehem\, 1430 Fritz Dr\, Bethlehem\, PA\, 18017 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Author-Community-Read-Aloud.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240114T200748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T200748Z UID:10002266-1709139600-1709146800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Black Children’s Book Week Author Panel & Book Signing DESCRIPTION:Join the New Haven Club for our Black Children’s Book Week Author Panel & Book Signing. This event will highlight local Black women authors who are ensuring Black children are represented in books and other children’s media. We will discuss the process of writing and getting a book published\, dispel myths\, and empower women to tell their stories. Register today as space is limited! \nPanelists will include: Patricia Bellamy-Mathis\, Author of Down South for the Summer & Aspenne Colors the Neighborhood; Tangular Irby\, Author ofPearl and Her Gee’s Bend Quilt; Charisse McCotter\, Author of Ma Is The Pandemic Over?; and Rashia Schand\, Author of Jumpstart Your Money Journey. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-author-panel-book-signing/ LOCATION:N ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Black-Childrens-Book-Week-Author-Panel-Book-Signing-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240218T052501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T052501Z UID:10002350-1709139600-1709146800@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Kids Book Fest DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate Diversity in Children’s Literature! This event will feature Read Alouds\, Author Q&A and more! URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/kids-book-fest/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble: Bowie Town Center\, 15455 Emerald Way\, Bowie\, MD\, 20716\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/EA15DA9A-347D-491C-A847-B0027EE8A668.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jazzmyne Townsend (@HattieLeadsTheWay)":MAILTO:Jazzmyne@hattieleadstheway.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240218T051721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T051721Z UID:10002341-1709145000-1709148600@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Read Aloud DESCRIPTION:My name is Brittany Mone’t Robinon. I’m an Educator and Children’s book author for our special needs community. I will be doing read aloud for Black Children’s Book Week\, with my mini book series. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/read-aloud/ LOCATION:N ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_4915.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240228T040608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T040608Z UID:10002384-1709146800-1709150400@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Through the Mother’s Line DESCRIPTION:Through the mother’s line 💕 \nJoin Erica Asante\, author of Threads of Me\, and me\, Sharnette Donacien\, author of Ada’s Wash Day\, on IG & FACEBOOK LIVE for a powerful conversation about matriarchal bonding\, heritage maintained through family traditions and the power of strong identities for self empowerment. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 28th\,  2024 \nTime: 7pm ET URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/through-the-mothers-line/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Copy-of-Your-Template-Club-Lets-Collab-Feed-Posts-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="@_littlebigstories":MAILTO:sharnette@sharnettedonacien.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T203000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240210T153904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240210T155023Z UID:10002310-1709146800-1709152200@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Dover Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. Celebrates Black Children's Book Week DESCRIPTION:Dover Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. Arts and Letters Committee : Facebook Live Interactive Reading with Black Authors in and Surrounding Dover\, Delaware.  Live reading of book\, Q&A with author\, and book giveaway. URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week/2024-02-28/ LOCATION:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG9172627426941798196.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Dover Alumnae Chapter- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority%2C Inc.":MAILTO:dac.artsletters@doverdeltas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T210000 DTSTAMP:20260417T020733 CREATED:20240129T185033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T185033Z UID:10002290-1709146800-1709154000@blackbabybooks.com SUMMARY:Chosen Veterans Publishing Live Reading DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Black Children’s Book Week\, Chosen Veterans Publishing is hosting a special event on Wednesday\, February 28th at 7pm\, and Saturday\, March 2nd at 12 noon. This event will bring together local authors from across the US to share their passion for reading\, discuss the art of being an author\, and emphasize the importance of promoting reading among boys and girls who represent diverse communities. \n  URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/chosen-veterans-publishing-live-reading/2024-02-28/ LOCATION:IG LIVE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackbabybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Chosen-Veterans.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR