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SUMMARY:Black History Month Book Drive
DESCRIPTION:This year for Black History Month we’re hosting our 2nd Annual Black History Month Book Drive in support of Black Children’s Book Week. Now until February 22\, 2023 participants can us the Kappa Sigma Book Drive Amazon List  (https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16U1NTGJR06RZ?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_JyublMwUlbe7p) to donate books for children ages 1-17 years old. Books should be delivered to Soror Jazmin McBride\, no later than  February 22\, 2023.  E-Mail us at kscommunityservice@gmail.com if you have any questions.
URL:https://staging.blackbabybooks.com/event/black-history-month-book-drive-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority%2C Inc.":MAILTO:kscommunityservice@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:CJK Reads
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Black Children’s Book Week\, as we  launch our digital book club. Together\, we will read The Greatest Hall of Fame book 1. \nOur digital book club allows people across the country to read one of our books and discuss it together. If you don’t have the physical book\, it’s okay. We’ll release the audio chapters throughout the week of the program. All participants who complete at least 5 milestone activities\, will receive a CJK Gift Card. The steps are simple: \n​ \n\n\nSign up by taking our introduction survey. \n\n\nRead/Listen to the chapters as they are released throughout the week. \n\n\nGet involved by completing milestones. \n\n\nGet a reward based on your activity.
URL:https://staging.blackbabybooks.com/event/cjk-reads/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="CJK Publishing":MAILTO:info@cjkpublishing.com
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SUMMARY:There Is A Black Children's Book For That!
DESCRIPTION:Here at Greenline Creative\, LLC\, we strive to amplify the Black voice and hold space for Black protagonists. During BCBW 2023 we want to shine a light to topics that may or may not be frequently discussed. We also want to highlight Black children’s books on the topics; some written by local and/ or independent authors.
URL:https://staging.blackbabybooks.com/event/there-is-a-black-childrens-book-for-that/2023-03-01/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greenline Creative%2C LLC":MAILTO:alison@greenlinecreative662.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T190000
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SUMMARY:There Is A Black Children's Book For That!
DESCRIPTION:Here at Greenline Creative\, LLC\, we strive to amplify the Black voice and hold space for Black protagonists. During BCBW 2023 we want to shine a light to topics that may or may not be frequently discussed. We also want to highlight Black children’s books on the topics; some written by local and/ or independent authors.
URL:https://staging.blackbabybooks.com/event/there-is-a-black-childrens-book-for-that/2023-03-02/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greenline Creative%2C LLC":MAILTO:alison@greenlinecreative662.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T150000
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SUMMARY:STORYTIME WITH LATIA
DESCRIPTION:Join six-year old Peter as he journeys across town with his family to visit the dentist. \nAn elaborate office\, embellished in a Zoo-like theme\, gives a warm welcoming feeling to all of its pediatric patients. The office’s Dental Hygienist Ms. Stacy guides Peter step-by-step throughout the entire procedure of his dental cleaning\, as she introduces all the fancy tools and equipment that she uses during the treatment. Yummy flavors are always an incentive\, for getting your teeth polished; as the choices are endless. The removal of sugar bugs off of the teeth produce a sparking smile\, while radiographs help to ensure there is no tooth decay\, which may be underlying. Peter learns about taking x-ray pictures and gets a lesson on home care instructions to maintain a healthy dentition. Goody-bags and treasure prizes are such a treat\, making Peter’s trip to the dentist complete.\nA pleasant time with the Hygienist and Dentist\, makes Peter look forward to his next dental visit!
URL:https://staging.blackbabybooks.com/event/storytime-with-latia/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Workshop For Authors
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SUMMARY:Lightbulb Learning Center Presents: Bellen Woodard (The Crayon Activist)
DESCRIPTION:We are celebrating Black Children’s Book Week with our first annual Celebrating with Books Cafe. Our feature guest is Bellen Woodard\, author of More than Peach! Twelve-year-old Bellen Woodard is the bright light & trailblazing CEO\, best-selling children’s book author\, TIME Kid-of-the-Year Honoree & keynote who launched Bellen’s More than Peach Project®️ in the spring of 2019 when just 8 years old. \nAs the pioneer of the 1st inclusive-centered art supplies brand and the World’s 1st Crayon Activist\, Bellen’s innovation and vision have now led & transformed an entire industry. \nJoin us for an afternoon of light fare\, an interview-style question-and-answer segment\, and a short reading. \nThis event has limited seating. All tickets include a signed hardback copy of Bellen’s Book- More than Peach\, More than Peach Crayon Kit\, and a sweet treat! One ticket is entry is for both 1 adult and 1 child. There will be light refreshments.
URL:https://staging.blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-presents-bellen-woodard-the-crayon-activist/
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lightbulb Learning Center":MAILTO:hello@lightbulbliteracy.com
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SUMMARY:You Gotta Meet Mr. Pierce Hybrid event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a visit with children’s authors Carmella Van Vleet (joining virtually) and Chiquita Mullins Lee and illustrator Jennifer Mack-Watkins as they share their newest book\, You Gotta Meet Mr. Pierce!: The Storied Life of Folk Artist Elijah Pierce\, a picture book biography about the barber shop of woodcarver Elijah Pierce\, recipient of the highest folk art honor in the United States.
URL:https://staging.blackbabybooks.com/event/you-gotta-meet-mr-pierce-hybrid-event/
LOCATION:Brave + Kind Books\, 722 W. College Ave.\, Decatur\, GA\, 30030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Book Reading,In-Person,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Black Children's Book Museum: Black Children's Book Week Exhibit Opening!
DESCRIPTION:Visit The Black Children’s Book Museum! Join us to celebrate Black Children’s Book Week and the power of Black representation! At our museum opening you will get a chance to tour the galleries in our Black Children’s Book Week Shoppable Virtual Museum of Black Representation\, where you can discover and purchase Black children’s books for the children in your life! \nBlack Children’s Book Week Sponsors are featured in our Black Children’s Book Week Shoppable Virtual Museum of Black Representation! \nImages from their books and products are on display\, accompanied by clickable information tags that direct you to their purchase page\, making it easy for you to support their children’s books\, products\, or services! \nYou will also hear from the authors and organizers who are hosting events during Black Children’s Book Week.
URL:https://staging.blackbabybooks.com/event/black-childrens-book-week-museum-opening-2024/
LOCATION:Black Children’s Book Museum
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