Events
Upcoming events.
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Celebrate Black Business Month with 18 August Ave! This August, you'll find us at markets, festivals, and community events across Brooklyn, sharing thoughtfully curated children's books that celebrate diverse stories and inspire young readers. Whether you're shopping for your family, discovering your next favorite book, or supporting a local Black woman owned independent bookstore, we'd love to see you. Browse our August event schedule, mark your calendar, and join us in celebrating community, literacy, and the impact of supporting Black owned businesses all month long.
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Join 18 August Ave at We Lime: Little Caribbean Night Market! Browse a thoughtfully curated collection of children's books that celebrate diverse voices, culture, and imagination while supporting a local independent bookstore. Come discover your family's next favorite read, connect with the community, and enjoy a vibrant day of shopping, food, music, and Caribbean culture in the heart of Brooklyn. We can't wait to meet you!
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Community Family Festival 2026 is a free, family friendly celebration bringing together community organizations, local vendors, resources, entertainment, and activities for all ages. Visit 18 August Ave at our vendor table to shop a curated collection of diverse children's books, discover your family's next favorite read, and support a local independent bookstore. Join us on Saturday, August 15, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Middle School 267, 800 Gates Ave., Brooklyn, NY for a day of connection, learning, and community.on goes here
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The First Chapter: Maternal Wellness Family Literacy Workshop
The First Chapter: Maternal Wellness & Family Literacy
Join 18 August Ave for an afternoon dedicated to strengthening families through storytelling, wellness, and connection. Caregivers and children will enjoy guided reflection activities, family literacy resources, and free curated book bundles designed to help build home libraries. Together, we'll celebrate the power of books to nurture relationships, support well being, and create lasting memories.
Date: August 22
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Weeksville Heritage Center, Brooklyn, NY
Book Club
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Voices Between the Lines (Teen Book Club)
Third Wednesday of the Month* (subject to change -please check below)
Each month, a small group of teens comes together to read a powerful book, share honest conversations, and record a podcast episode that amplifies their voices beyond the book club circle.
With snacks, books, and microphones, Voices Between the Lines is more than a book club — it’s a platform for the next generation of storytellers.
Next meet up: To Be Announced this Fall
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Booked Til August BC
Booked Till August is a monthly virtual book club for adults who believe great stories deserve great conversations. Each month, members read a thoughtfully selected book and gather online to connect, reflect, and engage in meaningful discussion. Whether you're an avid reader or looking to rediscover your love of books, Booked Till August offers a welcoming community where stories spark connection, curiosity, and conversation. Join us from anywhere and make reading part of your monthly routine.