CCPL Books, Bites, & Beats Fest

Name: CCPL Books, Bites, & Beats Fest
Start: 2025-04-05T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-04-05T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Waldorf West Library

Schedule

Sat Apr 05 2025 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Waldorf West Library | Waldorf, MD

You are invited to the CCPL Books, Bites, and Beats Fest at the Waldorf West branch on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 11 AM to 3 PM!
The CCPL Books, Bites, and Beats Fest celebrates literature, music, and family fun to raise funds for your Charles County Public Library! This exciting festival offers something for everyone, featuring author talks, book signings, activities for the whole family, local artisans and food trucks, and the first-ever Citizens for the Charles County Public Library Pop-Up Book Sale tent!
All proceeds from this event will help us offer our community more free programs, services, and resources. Learn more about how you can help support the mission or become a donor at ccplonline.org/support/.
—Ticket Information—
There are several ways to join the celebration! Below are the details on the ticket options. You can purchase tickets for one or all of the events, but hurry before tickets sell out! For any questions about tickets, please contact [email protected].
🌟Library Legend ($175/person): VIP All-Access Pass to the Author Brunch + Wine Tasting & Live Music
The VIP All-Access Pass includes entry into the VIP Author Talk with Dolen Perkins-Valdez, brunch at the Hilton Garden Inn, a signed copy of HAPPY LAND, the Wine Tasting & Live Music at the Waldorf West branch, and the General Admission Festival area.
Limited ticket quantities are available. Get your pass today before they sell out!
🌟Library Luminary ($125/person): VIP Author Brunch Only
The Library Luminary ticket gives you access to the VIP Author Talk with Dolen Perkins-Valdez, brunch at the Hilton Garden Inn, a signed copy of HAPPY LAND, and the General Admission Festival area.
🌟Library Lover ($75/person): VIP Wine Tasting & Live Music Only
The Library Lover ticket gives you access to the VIP Wine Tasting & Live Music and the General Admission Festival area.
🌟General Admission Festival: Free!
General Admission tickets gain you access to the CCPL Fest area. Consider a gift of $5+ to support our mission. Donations of any amount receive a CCPL tote bag. Pick up your tote bag from the General Information table on the day of the festival. Please note tote bags are available while supplies last.
All proceeds directly benefit the Charles County Public Library’s programs, services, and resources. Learn more about how you can help support the mission or become a donor here.
🎟️Purchase your tickets at charlescountypubliclibrary-bloom.kindful.com/e/ccpl-fest today!
—VIP Events—
VIP Author Brunch: Join us for an engaging conversation with New York Times bestselling author Dolen Perkins-Valdez as she discusses her new book, HAPPY LAND, with DMV lifestyle and book influencer Talia Cadet. Every VIP Author Brunch ticket includes a signed copy of HAPPY LAND. Copies of HAPPY LAND purchased from MahoganyBooks.
🕙 Time: 10 AM—12 PM
🏨 Location: Hilton Garden Inn (10385 O’Donnell Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603)
💵 Ticket Price: $125/person
About Dolen Perkins-Valdez: Dolen Perkins-Valdez is the New York Times bestselling author of Wench, Balm, & Take My Hand, which won the 2023 NAACP Image Award & was a finalist for the Goodreads Choice Award. Acclaimed for her compelling portrayals of American history, she has also written introductions for classics like Twelve Years a Slave & Behind the Scenes. A three-time nominee for the United States Artists Fellowship, Dolen is an Associate Professor at American University & lives in Washington, D.C., with her family. @writerdolen
About Talia Cadet: Talia Cadet is a DC-based lifestyle & book influencer with 160K+ followers across TikTok, Instagram, & Substack. Known for her engaging book lists, travel guides, & lifestyle content, Talia’s content empowers, educates, & entertains her online community. @taliacadet
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VIP Wine Tasting & Live Music: Enjoy a selection of local and international wines and learn about their key attributes, origins, and foods that pair well with them. It’s a great way to explore and become educated on the world of wine! While you savor the vineyard’s finest offerings, let Desiree Jordan’s soulful and dynamic voice set the tone. A genre-crossing vocal artist with a sound described as ‘anointed’ and ‘timeless,’ Desiree has graced stages from the Kennedy Center to international venues. Known for her unique blend of Jazz, R&B, Gospel, and more, she brings unparalleled energy and passion to every performance. We are thrilled to welcome her back to CCPL for an unforgettable musical journey! @iamdesireejordan
🕐 Time: 1 PM—3 PM
🏢 Location: Waldorf West Branch Meeting Rooms (10405 O’Donnell Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603)
💵 Ticket Price: $75/person
SAVE $25 by purchasing a VIP All-Access Pass, which includes entry into the Author Talk with Dolen Perkins-Valdez, brunch at the Hilton Garden Inn, a signed copy of HAPPY LAND, and Wine Tasting & Live Music at the Waldorf West branch!
—The Festival—
Explore our themed villages while enjoying live music by DJ Hefbeats! Find your next great read at the Book Village, discover new items in the Vendor Village, enjoy crafts and face painting in the Kids Village, and swing by the Food Village to satisfy your cravings with tasty treats!
🕚 Time: 11 AM—3 PM
🏢 Location: Waldorf West Branch (10401 O’Donnell Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603)
💵 Ticket Price: Free!
📚Book Village: Featuring local authors and book signings, shop new and used books at The Citizens for the Charles County Public Library Pop-Up Book sale tent.
🪧Vendor Village: Discover new items from local artisans and business owners.
🧒Kids Village: Enjoy crafts, face painting, and fun activities for the whole family! Be sure to stop by the CCPL Discovery Lab to check out the library’s newest outreach vehicle.
🍴Food Village: Savor delicious bites and treats from a variety of local food trucks–A full list coming soon!
—Vendors & Authors—
Calling all local authors and vendors! Showcase your talents at the CCPL Books, Bites, and Beats Fest on April 5, 2025. This exciting event is an excellent opportunity to connect with the community, sell your books or merchandise, and celebrate literature and fun. Spots are limited, so don’t wait—click on the links below to learn more and submit your application for the event today!
Local Authors: https://forms.gle/5cnM4GuFPd4xiPgb8
Vendors: https://forms.gle/XmEwNniorfba9zEM7
For more information about the CCPL Books, Bites, & Beats Fest or to become a sponsor, please contact [email protected].