Stories from Africa to America
Come on out for Stories from Africa to America by Ms. Marley’s House of Colors (internationally acclaimed storyteller Brenda Hollingsworth-Marley). The event includes storytime & signup for Libro’s Imagination Library, a free monthly book program by mail for Black children (birth to age 5). Black/African American Families, let’s create & build community through storytelling and […]
Blackdom, New Mexico Reading and Signing
Join Dr. Timothy E. Nelson for a reading and signing of his book, Blackdom, New Mexico: The Significance of the Afro-Frontier, 1900-1930. “Blackdom’s civic presence was not lengthy, [but] its significance—and that of the Afro-Frontier—is an important window in the history of Afrotopias, Black Consciousness, and the notion of an American West.”
Read to the Dogs at San Pedro Library
Read to the Dogs provides lets kids read to a patient, nonjudgmental audience. It’s a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading – and make a furry friend. No preregistration required! Kids who practice reading to dogs increase their fluency and confidence, which can help them do better in school. The Public […]
Free Books for Kids Day at Don’s Book Store
Hundreds and hundreds of free books, comics, and more for anyone under 18 years old! Discounts on books for the whole family!
Summer Reading Kickoff: San Pedro
Come to the library on June 3 for special Summer Reading kickoff events! A full day of concerts, movies, crafts, and other activities – entertainment for the whole family! Read this summer to earn exciting prizes, including books and toys for babies, children, tweens, and teens. Plus, enter to win grand prizes for all ages! […]
Summer Reading Program Kickoff: International District Library
Come to the library on June 3 for special Summer Reading kickoff events! A full day of concerts, movies, crafts, and other activities – entertainment for the whole family! Read this summer to earn exciting prizes, including books and toys for babies, children, tweens, and teens. Plus, enter to win grand prizes for all ages! […]