Meet and Greet NY Times Bestselling Author Tabitha Brown at BSAP Black Family Reunion

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Inspired by Tabitha’s childhood adventures, HELLO THERE, SUNSHINE pays homage to the community and neighborhood that have influenced who Tabitha is today. With themes of kindness, curiosity, and joy, HELLO THERE, SUNSHINE follows young Tabitha, who wakes up ready to greet the sun but gets a little worried when she realizes it’s missing. Not one to dwell on the negative, Tabitha embarks on an adventure through her neighborhood, lending a helping hand and asking everyone if they’ve seen the big star. When the sun is still nowhere to be found, Tabitha remains positive, looks a little deeper, and finds the sun in the most unlikely place.

Event is sposored by BSAP (Black Student Achievement Program/LAUSD) and hosted by Malik Books. Family fun event is great for the whole family. Lots of activities for the children. Free Food and other many giveaways and educational materials provided.

Tickets to this event include access to a live event with Tabitha and a copy of HELLO THERE, SUNSHINE (published by HarperCollins Children’s Books) They have a limit amount of 1000 books which will be given out free on the first come, first serve bases. Ticket does not guarantee book. Come early to see Tabitha Brown, take a photo op and get a signed book.

At Pierce College - 6201 Winnetka Ave., Woodland Hills, CA 91371 on March 15, 2025, 11:00 AM (GMT-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

https://malikbooks.com/events-1/ola/services/ny-times-bestselling-author-tabitha-brown-at-bsap-black-family-reunion

Celebrate Black Children's Book Week in California

Malik Books -(Westfield Culver City Mall) 6000 Sepulveda Blvd Ste 2470

Culver City, Ca 90230

The Girl Who Made The Milky Way

 

A magical journey to a time long ago to a place far away where a young girl braves the dangers of the South African savannah to find the lost things. Not only does she find her lost father, but she also invents the stars of the Milky Way. This play is inspired by a remarkable heroine from Khoisan folklore. Ages 5 and up. Five performances only on Nov 9 & 16 at 2 pm, Nov 10 and 17 at 4 pm and Nov 16 at 2 pm. The Imagine Theatre @ The Colony Theatre, 555 North 3rd Street, Burbank CA 91502

Website: https://imaginetheatreca.org/productions/get-tickets/ Admission: $20 (Kids 12 & under)/$30 

Vote: Let Your Voice Be Heard

This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the passing of The Civil Rights Act of 1964 by Congress. This was a landmark decision that outlawed discrimination in the United States based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It was signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson in 1964, and it ended the application of "Jim Crow" laws. The act also strengthened voting rights, desegregated school and offered protection for workers. Many fought and died in order for this legislation to pass. Now this important document is being challenged. So exercising our right to vote is a very important issue in this election. 

Personally, I have no desire to go back to a time when voting rights were restricted and for only a few (women and people of color were not allowed to vote,) workers had few benefits, and good healthcare was for the wealthy. Even more recently, I don't want to go back four years when everything was shut down and toilet paper was scarce, and the president was suggesting we drink bleach.

I hope everyone will find out what the important issues are and let their voices be heard. There are many issues to be addressed, for me as an African American it starts with being treated with dignity and respect and not garbage, having a truthful rendition of our stories in the history books, health care for everyone including women, children and seniors, protecting Social Security, gun control, and preserving our environment. Remember we vote not just for ourselves but for future generations.

Let your voice be heard, vote.

"We must learn from our history. We must teach our children our history because it is part of our history as a nation. Today is a day of celebration. It is not only a day of pride. It is also  a day for us to affirm and rededicate ourselves to action."   Kamala Harris

In 2019 I wrote,  "We can only imagine the joy, jubilation and trepidation of our  ancestors on June 19, 1865  when Major General Granger rode into Galveston, Texas and informed everyone that slavery was abolished.  We know that it left enough of an impression that the day is still commemorated today. Juneteenth has become the independence day for African Americans.

One of the first things that the newly freed slaves did was to thank God and begin looking for family.  In that spirit Juneteenth has continued to be a day of thanksgiving, prayer service, bringing together family, connecting with the past and celebrating our accomplishments."

Now after a years of protest and strife, Juneteenth, the holiday marking the end of slavery has become a federal holiday. Although the holiday is symbolic, it is hoped that this will be a catalyst and another step for addressing the systemic problems of racisms. Hopefully, children will learn the story of Juneteenth in their homes, and schools will provide a more accurate history of Black people in America. While Juneteenth recognizes over a century and a half of progress, it also reminds Americans more work is needed to continue to build a more equitable and unified nation. 

Many thanks to Opal Lee who has lobbied for decades to make Juneteenth a national holiday. Today Juneteenth has become a day of either gathering with family and friends, or practicing  self care, enjoying rest and restoration.

Happy Juneteenth!

This Google Doodle, illustrated by Oakland-based guest artist Christian Robinson, celebrates Juneteenth.

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70th Anniversary Brown vs Board of Education

Kansas City artist Michael Young created the Brown v. Board of Education mural inside the Kansas Capitol in Topeka in 2018 to depict the legacy of the 1954 landmark U.S. Supreme Court desegregation case that had its roots in Topeka.

 Black history needs to be told and celebrated year round especially when we see our history is still being banned and left out of history books and school curriculums in certain states. Today seventy years ago the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Board of Education changed the trajectory of public education and sparked the end of segregated schools. A group of families challenged separate but equal laws and won. So as we commemorate  this event we are  reminded every day that our Civil Rights are still in jeopardy, and there is so much more work to be done.

 

The East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention provides a platform for creators, writers, and editors to connect with the Black community on May 18  from 11AM to 7PM

Take part in FREE Comics Book Workshops, AfriCoz Cosplay Contest, Panels, Screenings, and More! Come help celebrate positive Black images in comic books and the Science-Fiction Entertainment Industry!

 at TEMPLE UNIVERSITY STUDENT FACULTY CENTER-

3340 N. Broad St. Phila., PA 19140 

https://www.ecbacc.com/