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SUMMARY:Three Avenues Bookshop Story Times to Celebrate Black Children's Book Week
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Three Avenues as owner Jordan leads story times centering Black children’s books by some of our favorite authors & illustrators!\nJoin us at Three Avenues as owner Jordan leads story times centering Black children’s books by some of our favorite authors & illustrators! Black Children’s Book Week runs from February 22 – 28 this year\, and we’re celebrating with some kids lit story times at the beginning and end of the week of celebration. \nOur owner Jordan will lead each story time\, which will include bubbles\, a welcome song\, an interactive reading of a children’s book\, and a hands-on activity that complements the story to follow. RSVP to join us in this celebration! \nWhen \nSunday\, February 22 at 10:30 am — Book: The Band in Our Basement \nSaturday\, February 28 at 10:30 am — Book: I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy \nWhere \nThree Avenues Bookshop \n3009 N Southport Ave \nChicago\, IL 60657 \nAbout the Book — The Band in Our Basement written by Kelly J. Baptist and illustrated by Jenin Mohammed\nIn this rollicking\, rhyming picture book\, a pair of siblings who are supposed to be in bed discover a jazz band playing in their basement\nAfter hearing Daddy’s band practicing in the basement\, a brother and sister can’t resist sneaking out of bed to watch them play. Careful\, careful\, can’t be caught. Tiptoe past the squeaky spot! \nThey long to join in the fun\, but can’t be seen out of bed–until the discovery of a surprise band member turns the jam session into a family affair. \nWith an energetic\, lyrical text from award-winning author Kelly J. Baptist and exuberant illustrations from Jenin Mohammed\, The Band in Our Basement will have readers feeling the beat–right before settling back down for bedtime. \nThe sounds downstairs are funky\nand we start to wiggle toes.\nWe flip-flop and we giggle\nwith sheets up to the nose.\nThe rhythm’s steady\, the trumpet’s sweet.\nBefore too long\, we’re on our feet! \nAbout the Book — I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy written by Mychal Threets and illustrated by Lorraine Nam\nNATIONAL BESTSELLER • Dubbed “the Internet’s librarian”— and now host of the relaunched Reading Rainbow — Mychal Threets invites all to take a look and find themselves at the library! Perfect for little readers who are regular visitors and those who might be stepping into the stacks for the first time.\nWelcome to the library! \nIt’s a place just for you! There are activities\, movies\, games\, and SO. MANY. STORIES. Best of all\, it’s a place where you will always belong. \nTake a tour of the library with the internet’s favorite librarian\, Mychal Threets! This heartwarming debut picture book from Mychal extends an invitation to anyone who could use a little library joy and a reminder that libraries are for everyone. \nPlease follow and like us:
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/three-avenues-bookshop-story-times-to-celebrate-black-childrens-book-week/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Three Avenues Bookshop\, 3009 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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SUMMARY:Three Avenues Bookshop Story Times to Celebrate Black Children's Book Week
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Three Avenues as owner Jordan leads story times centering Black children’s books by some of our favorite authors & illustrators!\nJoin us at Three Avenues as owner Jordan leads story times centering Black children’s books by some of our favorite authors & illustrators! Black Children’s Book Week runs from February 22 – 28 this year\, and we’re celebrating with some kids lit story times at the beginning and end of the week of celebration. \nOur owner Jordan will lead each story time\, which will include bubbles\, a welcome song\, an interactive reading of a children’s book\, and a hands-on activity that complements the story to follow. RSVP to join us in this celebration! \nWhen \nSunday\, February 22 at 10:30 am — Book: The Band in Our Basement \nSaturday\, February 28 at 10:30 am — Book: I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy \nWhere \nThree Avenues Bookshop \n3009 N Southport Ave \nChicago\, IL 60657 \nAbout the Book — The Band in Our Basement written by Kelly J. Baptist and illustrated by Jenin Mohammed\nIn this rollicking\, rhyming picture book\, a pair of siblings who are supposed to be in bed discover a jazz band playing in their basement\nAfter hearing Daddy’s band practicing in the basement\, a brother and sister can’t resist sneaking out of bed to watch them play. Careful\, careful\, can’t be caught. Tiptoe past the squeaky spot! \nThey long to join in the fun\, but can’t be seen out of bed–until the discovery of a surprise band member turns the jam session into a family affair. \nWith an energetic\, lyrical text from award-winning author Kelly J. Baptist and exuberant illustrations from Jenin Mohammed\, The Band in Our Basement will have readers feeling the beat–right before settling back down for bedtime. \nThe sounds downstairs are funky\nand we start to wiggle toes.\nWe flip-flop and we giggle\nwith sheets up to the nose.\nThe rhythm’s steady\, the trumpet’s sweet.\nBefore too long\, we’re on our feet! \nAbout the Book — I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy written by Mychal Threets and illustrated by Lorraine Nam\nNATIONAL BESTSELLER • Dubbed “the Internet’s librarian”— and now host of the relaunched Reading Rainbow — Mychal Threets invites all to take a look and find themselves at the library! Perfect for little readers who are regular visitors and those who might be stepping into the stacks for the first time.\nWelcome to the library! \nIt’s a place just for you! There are activities\, movies\, games\, and SO. MANY. STORIES. Best of all\, it’s a place where you will always belong. \nTake a tour of the library with the internet’s favorite librarian\, Mychal Threets! This heartwarming debut picture book from Mychal extends an invitation to anyone who could use a little library joy and a reminder that libraries are for everyone. \nPlease follow and like us:
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/three-avenues-bookshop-story-times-to-celebrate-black-childrens-book-week/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Three Avenues Bookshop\, 3009 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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SUMMARY:Story Art with author-illustrator Cozbi A. Cabrera\, Three Avenues Bookshop\, & BASH Kids Club
DESCRIPTION:Three Avenues Bookshop and BASH Kids Club are partnering with Chicago author-illustrator Cozbi A. Cabrera to celebrate Black Children’s Book Week!\n\nWhen & Where\nSaturday\, March 1  |  2-3 pm \nThree Avenues Bookshop \n3009 N Southport Ave \nChicago\, IL 60657 \n\nEvent Details\nAt Story Art we will bring two of Cozbi A. Cabrera’s books to life! We’ll start with an author story time. Then\, BASH will lead a craft inspired by the book(s). BASH’s Story Art events are all about supporting local authors\, inspiring young readers\, and creating a fun\, interactive experience for families. This event is geared towards children ages 3+. \n\nPlease RSVP to Join Us!\nPlease follow and like us:
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/story-art-cozbi/
LOCATION:Three Avenues Bookshop\, 3009 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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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. \nPlease follow and like us:
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-story-time-series-author-event-at-three-avenues-bookshop/2024-03-02/2/
LOCATION:Three Avenues Bookshop\, 3009 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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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. \nPlease follow and like us:
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-story-time-series-author-event-at-three-avenues-bookshop/2024-03-02/1/
LOCATION:Three Avenues Bookshop\, 3009 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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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. \nPlease follow and like us:
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-story-time-series-author-event-at-three-avenues-bookshop/2024-03-01/
LOCATION:Three Avenues Bookshop\, 3009 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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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. \nPlease follow and like us:
URL:https://blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-story-time-series-author-event-at-three-avenues-bookshop/2024-02-29/
LOCATION:Three Avenues Bookshop\, 3009 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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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. \nPlease follow and like us:
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
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