Saturday, September 30th 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53142 Stop by the Southwest branch of the Kenosha Public Library between 11am - 4pm to purchase a copy of 'Caring All Around Me' and get it signed by the author! Tia will be there the whole day to meet folks interested in learning more about the book and accompanying workbook and ways it can help young people learn about healthy relating. Free coloring pages from the workbook will be available at her table. She will be participating in the 5 minutes with an author at 3:15pm. 25+ authors spanning genres will be present to meet guests and sign books. Activities between 11am-4pm unless otherwise noted. Browse author booths from 11am - 4pm, check out workshops and panel discussions, and family-friendly activities for all ages - kids and adults alike!  

Opening Receptio n and panel discussion   FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 4:30pm - 8:00pm panel discussion begins at 4:30pm ART AND CULTURES GALLERY Alexia Hall, 3441 South 39 th Street Free and accessible lot parking is available. Map: https://goo.gl/maps/9cshZMQuHsPEqmWFA Title: Illuminating Our Future as One Community by Tia Richardson   Panelists: Blanche Brown, Susan Falkman, Roxane Mayeur, Tia Richardson WOW! is a Directors invitation exhibition featuring the work of 26 women artists from all media including painting, photography, sculpture, metal work, mixed media and ceramics. The opening reception on September 15 begins with a panel discussion at 4:30p...

PEAK Community Mural unveiling 4:00pm - Program (speakers, participants, artist statement) 4:30pm - 5:30pm - Community Dinner   Join us to celebrate the new mural completed this year at PEAK Initiative! PEAK initiative inspired me with its 4 core values, including “the community is better when everyone contributes”. True to its spirit, the mural was completed with ideas and painted by many PEAK youth & Midtown community members. A short program at 4:00pm and community dinner to follow from 4:30 - 5:30pm! Their website states: "PEAK is a year-round program that offers a series of carefully designed activities to cultivate a deep sense of belonging and help youth explore their innate capacity for leadership at all ages. From building fires to leading community service projects, PEAK offers a wide variety of experiences that spark young people's curiosity and uncover their strengths. Our youth commit to participating in activities year-round for the most impactful ...

TUESDAY MAY 9th 6pm -7pm Stateline Boys & Girls Club Joel Barrett Branch 202 Maple Ave, Beloit, WI (in-progress photo) Join us inside for a family-friendly celebration of a 6'x40' mural painted on panels with club youth members and staff that will decorate their hallway walls. The mural captures the spirit of the club and its values of belonging, recognition, support, and fun! Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome! The Boys and Girls Clubs serve youth ages 6-18, providing them with enriching after-school and summer programs that support future success. Learn more about the Joel Barrett branch at: https://statelinebgc.org/beloit-facility

Author reading of 'Caring All Around Me' & Workbook activity (Ages 6+) WHEN: SUNDAY JUNE 19th TIME: 1:00pm - 2:00pm WHERE: Low Daily, 700 N. Pine St, Burlington, WI On Sunday June 19, 2023, the Burlington Coalition to Dismantle Racism will host its 3rd annual Juneteenth Day Celebration. From 1:00pm - 2:00pm Tia will be reading from her children's book and facilitating an activity from her workbook on healthy relating. The celebration includes other family-friendly festivities and food throughout the day from 11:00am - 4:00pm. Learn more about BCDR by visiting their website, www.bcdracism.org .

Milwaukee entrepreneurs and storytellers share stories with the public and media hosted by Women's Entrepreneurship Week (WEWMKE) Wednesday May 10, 5pm-8pm Venue: Story Hill Firehouse, 407 N. Hawley Rd, Milwaukee Tickets online available April 4th (HERE) A panel discussion highlighting Milwaukee's local storytellers and how they use various mediums to connect with our community. Includes appetizers prepared by local restaurants. Speakers: Jenni Yolo (I Spy DIY), Tia Richardson (Cosmic Butterfly Design), Element Everest-Blanks (Radio Milwaukee and HYFIN), Lachrisa Grandberry, actress and writer