African American Read-In at Oak Park Preparatory Academy

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm UTC-05:00

23261 Scotia Rd, Oak Park, MI 48237-6804, United States | Oak Park

Oak Park Public Library
Publisher/HostOak Park Public Library
African American Read-In at Oak Park Preparatory Academy
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Registration required: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5idHIYsAFnK89UdtjZWr27dvKF6SDVRnooLxdt5Q11b6LSA/viewform
Oakland Schools in partnership with Oak Park Schools and Oak Park Library is proud to host author Kwame Alexander as our guest for this year's African American Read-In. Kwame Alexander is a celebrated, multi-award-winning American poet, author, and literacy advocate known for his rhythmic, engaging books for young people, including the Newbery Medal-winning novel in verse The Crossover and the Caldecott-winning The Undefeated, who also serves as an Emmy-winning producer and Executive Producer for the Disney+ series The Crossover, passionate about fostering reading through his workshops and non-profits.
Please join us for a family fun evening of:
Engaging Family Literacy Activities
Prizes
Library Card Sign Up Station
Basket for Raffle
Bookmark Decor Supplies & Book Lists
DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED!
The first 500 Oakland County households who register will receive a copy of one of Kwame Alexander's books.
Date: Thursday February 26, 2026
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: Oak Park Preparatory Academy (OPPA)
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23261 Scotia Rd
Oak Park, MI 48237
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