Come celebrate the 2025 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Ceremony at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA on April 24th, 2025! This event is FREE and open to the public, and will include refreshments, raffles, book giveaways, and a chance to meet award-winning authors and illustrators in person! […]

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Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history,
culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in
the United States since 1987. During Women’s History Month and year-round,
the Jane Addams Peace Association recognizes and uplifts women changemakers! […]

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February is Black History Month. This month-long observance in the US and Canada is a chance to celebrate Black achievement and provide a fresh reminder to take stock of where systemic racism persists and give visibility to the people and organizations creating change. […]

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We need your support to continue bringing award-winning authors to marginalized communities this giving season. […]

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Today is Tuesday, November 5th. This historic Election Day decides the future
of the next four years of America. There are many important issues on the
ballot this season, and everyone deserves to have their voices heard. If you
haven’t already and are able, please vote on the issues that impact you and
others. […]

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As we approach the final two months of 2024, we need your support to
continue bringing Jane Addams Children’s Book Award winning authors and
artists as well as finalists to students in marginalized communities, spreading
the powerful message of peace, social justice and global community. […]

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Every year, National Book Month is celebrated in October to highlight the
importance of reading for young generations. […]

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