Hi John,

This week, during National Literacy Month and Banned Books Week, we celebrate the power of books and stand up for every student’s right to a high-quality, inclusive public education while pushing back against the rising tide of censorship.

Book bans don’t just limit access to stories - they rob students of their right to a well-rounded education. When censorship is allowed to flourish, it undermines our democracy and erodes the foundation of a fair and equitable future, especially for the children in our public schools.

We invite you to join us this Saturday at the Freedom to Read Family Festival, organized by local businesses and parent advocates. Enjoy a day with authors, workshops, a voter suppression documentary, Drag Story Hour, and a bookstore pop-up. Take part in the event’s auction, featuring prizes like tattoo gift certificates, improv and karate classes, a French wine basket, and Future Voter hoodies! Best of all, every dollar raised will support AQE’s mission to ensure every student has access to a high-quality public education.

When: Saturday, September 28, 1-4pm
Where: First Presbyterian Church: 70-35 112th Street Forest Hills, New York 11375
Cost: Adults $5, Kids FREE

Let’s celebrate the love of books and hold those in power accountable for protecting our right to learn, while building a more equitable education system and future for all.

Please share this event with your friends and community - we hope to see you there!

In solidarity,

Zakiyah Shaakir-Ansari
Co-Executive Director
Alliance for Quality Education

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