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To register to attend the program from home on Zoom, follow this link: https://bit.ly/ILP_JasonReynolds

To attend the library watch party, use the below registration form via LibCal.

We welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature.

The recipient of a Newbery Honor, a Printz Honor, a Carnegie Medal, an NAACP Image Award, and multiple Coretta Scott King honors, Reynolds' beloved and award-winning titles include Stamped (with Ibram X. Kendi), Stuntboy, Long Way Down, and many more.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act. ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com

Date:
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
P10 (Large Meeting Room)
Categories:
  Adults     Children     Family     Featured     Illinois Libraries Present     Teens     Young Adults  
Registration has closed.

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Categories:
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Time:
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Categories:
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