The Indianapolis Public Library African American History Committee in support of the Center for Black Literature & Culture will present Fall Fest and Slammin' Rhymes Challenge XX on Saturday, November 21 at Central Library from 12 - 4 p.m.
Our special guest will be engineer, physican, and former NASA astronuat Dr. Mae Jemison. Dr. Jemison will take part in a fireside chat with Indianapolis native son J.R Edwards, a key member of the leadership team at Lockheed Martin, the world’s largest aerospace and defense contractor.
As we read today, listen closely for stories about courage, kindness, creativity, and community. You’ll meet people who used their voices, their talents, and their hearts to make the world a better place—people who look like you, people who believed in themselves, and people who never gave up.
Storytime is a place where imagination grows, questions are welcome, and every child belongs. We’ll read, talk, maybe even move a little, and celebrate the beauty of Black culture, history, and joy.
So let’s get comfy, open our ears and our hearts, and remember:
Your story matters. Your voice matters. And your dreams matter.
Now… are you ready for a story?
Let’s read!
