Look for these Barefoot Books Concord250 Events:
Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History StoryWalk™
April 1st – April 30th
Location: The Concord Free Public Library
Visit anytime! Throughout the month of April, visit the Concord Free Public Library and enjoy the Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) StoryWalk™. Learn about 25 movements towards positive change that helped shape our country, while standing in the heart of historical downtown Concord, MA.
Ayo’s Adventure: Across the African Diaspora from Afro to Zulu Art Installation and StoryWalk™
April 11th – October 31st
Location: The Robbins House
Visit anytime! Discover a sculpture and StoryWalk™ inspired by the profound influence of the African diaspora on traditions in the U.S. and around the globe, while underscoring the vital role of storytelling in connecting us to our shared heritage. Installation and StoryWalk™ inspired by Ayo’s Adventure published by Barefoot Books.
“Rise Up! What do you stand for?” Community Art Project and Storytime
Saturday, April 19th
Community Art Project: 10am – 4pm
Storytime and Discussion: 1:30pm – 2pm
Location: The Concord Museum
Join us for the family-friendly Patriots’ Day celebrations in Concord, MA at the Concord Museum! Enjoy a lively storytime of our brand new book Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) at 1:30pm and learn about 25 movements towards positive change that helped shape our country. Happening all day, you’ll have the chance to get hands-on with our community art project and tell us: “What do you stand for?” Plus, don’t miss our outdoor StoryWalk™ of Rise Up! Copies of Rise Up! and Discover Concord’s Discover the Battle Road available for purchase. All ages welcome.
Create Your Own Protest Art Activity and Storytime with Barefoot Books
Saturday, April 19th
Create Your Own Protest Art: 1pm – 6pm
Storytime and Discussion: 3pm – 3:30pm
Location: The Concord Scout House
Join us for the family-friendly Patriots’ Day celebrations in Concord, MA at the Concord Scout House! Rise up, take a stand, and get creative by making your own protest art for positive change at our craft tables. At 3:00pm, enjoy a lively storytime of our brand new book Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) and learn about 25 movements towards positive change that helped shape our country. Copies of Rise Up! and Discover Concord’s Discover the Battle Road available for purchase.All ages welcome.
Buy a copy of Barefoot Books’ Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History and Discover Concord’s Discover the Battle Road
Saturday, April 19th
Location: Wright Tavern
Looking for a place to purchase Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) during the Patriots’ Day celebration in Concord, MA? Head to Wright Tavern to see our partners from Discover Concord where you can buy a copy of Rise Up! and the official Concord250 commemorative book Discover the Battle Road, full of Concord history, walking maps, and content from Rise Up!
Family-Friendly Meet the Author Storytime and Craft Event
Tuesday, April 22nd
Community Art Project: 10am – 12pm
Storytime and Discussion: 10:30am – 11am
Location: Barefoot Books Community Space
Join us for a family-friendly event in the colorful Barefoot Books Community Space! Enjoy a story time of our brand new book Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) with author Rachel Katz at 10:30am. Following the storytime, help us add to our community art project and tell us: “What Do You Stand For?” You will have the chance to purchase a copy and get it signed by the author! All ages welcome. RSVP requested, drop-ins welcome! Register here.
Panel Discussion: Celebrating America’s 250th through Children’s Books
Tuesday, April 22nd
Panel Discussion and Meet the Author of Rise Up!: 6pm – 8pm
Location: Barefoot Books Community Space & Virtual
How does a globally focused children’s publisher celebrate America’s 250th anniversary while also acknowledging the complex history of the nation? Join us for nibbles, wine, and a panel discussion with Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) author Rachel Katz and Barefoot Books CEO and Co-Founder Nancy Traversy on the story behind Rise Up!, Barefoot Books’ America 250 collection, and ways to engage children in a hopeful discussion on our nation’s future. For ages 10+. Copies of Rise Up! and Discover Concord’s Discover the Battle Road available for purchase. RSVP requested, drop-ins welcome! Register here.
Panel Discussion: Celebrating America’s 250th through Children’s Books
Thursday, April 24th
Panel Discussion and Meet the Author of Rise Up!: 6pm – 8pm
Location: 1780 House
How does a globally focused children’s publisher celebrate America’s 250th anniversary while also acknowledging the complex history of the nation? Join us for nibbles, wine, and a panel discussion with Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) author Rachel Katz and Barefoot Books CEO and Co-Founder Nancy Traversy on the story behind Rise Up!, Barefoot Books’ America 250 collection, and ways to engage children in a hopeful discussion on our nation’s future. For ages 10+. Copies of Rise Up! and Discover Concord’s Discover the Battle Road available for purchase.
