Little Readers, Big History 

Join us on Wednesdays in February at 4PM at the Baird Library for a special Black History Month story time series featuring beloved children’s books read by South Orange community leaders and author J. Read.

Feb. 4 – I Promise by LeBron James
Read by Councilwoman Patricia Canning

Feb. 11 – Chickadee by J. Read
Special reading & performance with the author

Feb. 18 – My Hair Is a Garden by Cozbi A. Cabrera
Read by Councilwoman Olivia Lewis-Chang

Feb. 25 – Sydney’s Big Speech by Malcolm Newsome
Read by Mayor Sheena Collum

Through stories of courage, creativity, and community, we’re honoring Black history in a way that’s meaningful for our youngest readers—and joyful for the whole family. Free and open to all. 

At the Baird Center, we offer flexible rental spaces that can accommodate everything from casual get-togethers to professional gatherings. Whether you're planning a birthday, workshop, or pop-up, we’re excited to help you make it memorable.

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