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Upcoming Events

  • The Power of Poetry: Youth Poetry Workshop Series (Ages 11-17)
    The Power of Poetry: Youth Poetry Workshop Series (Ages 11-17)
    Mon, Aug 24
    Avondale Meadows YMCA
    Words have power. So do you. Join us for a five-week poetry experience where teens explore the influence of poetry and hip hop, develop their creative voice, and write original work alongside teaching artists Too Black and Chantel Massey. No experience. Just bring yourself. *Food will be provided.
  • Summer Reading Program 2026! Grades PreK - 12th
    Summer Reading Program 2026! Grades PreK - 12th
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Aug 22
    Pike Farmers Market
    Sign up and earn stamps at Black Worldschoolers Mobile Bookstore 8:30 am - 12:00 pm and join Read for Joy Inc. for Storytime at 10:30 am - 11 am at Pike Farmers Market all summer long!
  • RESONATE: A Shared Literary Experience by Read for Joy Inc.
    RESONATE: A Shared Literary Experience by Read for Joy Inc.
    Sun, Oct 26
    Indianapolis
    This Month’s Theme: Becoming. Bring a book or browse our themed library. Read, reflect, and share what resonates.
  • RESONATE: A Shared Literary Experience by Read for Joy Inc.
    RESONATE: A Shared Literary Experience by Read for Joy Inc.
    Sun, Jun 29
    Indianapolis
    Resonate is a shared literary experience where we gather to lift up the words that speak to us. Spend the first half reading a book by a Black author, one you bring or choose from the library provided, & the second half with optional sharing centered on this month’s theme.
  • READ FOR JOY: LIT KIT PICK UP
    READ FOR JOY: LIT KIT PICK UP
    Sat, May 24
    Indianapolis
    Say It Loud: Herbal Lit Kit Pick-Up Join Read for Joy Inc. for a special edition of Say It Loud—a joyful, community-centered book giveaway and herbal wellness experience! Pick up one free Lit Kit for your family that includes a copy of Joy Takes Root, a herb starter kit, and more.
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