A Juneteenth Event: The Carver Library African American Book Festival 2024
Schedule
Sat Jun 08 2024 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Location
Carver Library | San Antonio, TX
About this Event
A Juneteenth Event: The Carver Library African American Book Festival 2024
Join us for a day of celebration at the Carver Library for the Friends of the Carver Library's 5th annual African American Book Festival 2024! Dive into the rich history and culture of African American literature through book readings, author meet-and-greets, panel discussions, and presentations. Discover new voices, stories and information that will inspire and empower you. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with African American authors, purchase amazing books for children and adults, meet fellow book lovers, and celebrate Juneteenth in a meaningful way. See you there!
“Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” ~Frederick Douglass
“The whole world opened to me when I learned to read.” ~ Mary McLeod Bethune
Friends of the Carver Library created this event to showcase the accomplishments of African American authors and increase literacy in our community. It is imperative that people, especially children have access to reading material they can identify and feel familiar with.
Purpose:
- To promote literacy in our community
- To acknowledge and celebrate African American authors
- To encourage the reading and support of Black literature.
- To highlight the programs of the Carver Library and raise funds for the Carver Library
- To promote the work and gain support for the Carver Friends
For more information call 210.560.3622
Where is it happening?
Carver Library, 3350 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 50.00