In addition to bringing us the sweet joys of Valentine’s Day, February is also Black History Month. Throughout the month, our youth department celebrates Black Americans and the many contributions they have made throughout history and continue to make today.
Percussion Things tales and music performance
Enjoy a fun and interactive performance of music and tales in celebration of Black History Month at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26.
We are thrilled to present to the community the incomparable Percussion Things, comprised of the talented duo Catherine Whiteman and Len Barnett. As described on their website, master storyteller Miss Cathy uses her rich vocals to illustrate a fascinating blend of musical influences including jazz, blues and gospel as she tells and sings her tales.
Her presentation truly brings books to life for children of all ages as she masterfully guides children to worlds both real and imaginary through music, song and movement.
Mr. Len performs a unique style of percussion-driven jazz. He has performed with renowned performers, including Kirk Franklin, Cab Calloway, Kirk Whalum, Joe McBride and Joe Vincelli.
High-octane at its highest is guaranteed when this high octane duo hits the stage!
Books in celebration of Black History Month
This month we celebrate Black History Month with a display of these extraordinarily inspiring books.
• “Be a King: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream and You” by Carole Boston Weatherford. Weatherford enjoins and inspires young readers to keep alive King’s dream and make positive changes in our world.
• “Before She Was Harriet” by Lesa Cline-Ransome Lushly. Illustrated by renowned artist James E. Ransome, this lyrical biography of Harriet Tubman will awaken in young readers a profound respect for the extraordinary achievements of this courageous leader of the Underground Railroad.
• “Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut” by Derrick D. Barnes. This lively salute to Black boys who experience the empowering joys of getting a new hair cut will leave readers smiling.
• “Hey Black Child” by Useni Eugene Perkins. Striking illustrations enhance this poetic celebrations of Black children, inspiring them to aspire and achieve their dreams.
• “Let the Children March” by Monica Clark-Robinson. Stunning illustrations and moving text recant the May 1963 march against segregation in Alabama led by children.
Lively leprechaun storytime
March is Irish-American Heritage Month, a time to honor the many achievements and contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants in our nation.
We kick off the celebration with a very special visit by Lucky Leprechaun to the Herff Farmhouse. Lucky will do a lively storytime at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 5, that includes tales, tunes, movement, crafting and delectable refreshment.
Radio Storytime: Early bird time
Tune in to Boerne Radio (KBRN FM 103.9) for a weekly Saturday storytime at a new early bird time of 7:45 a.m. Enjoy a dramatic reading of a quality story suitable for the whole family. This storytime is generously sponsored by Mathnasium of Boerne.
We are most grateful to Boerne Radio and Mathnasium of Boerne for this opportunity to bring the wonder of literature to the community.
Staying informed
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