Many Stories, One Bucks is a free initiative focused on promoting literacy and inspiring meaningful dialogue with celebrated voices.
Bucks County is a place teeming with stories; a bounty of varied voices with something to share. There is no better place to bring these stories together than the library.
“We all have a story to tell.”
Featuring a presentation and book signing with Sonia Manzano, Emmy award-winner “Maria” from “Sesame Street” and creator of PBS Kids’ “Alma’s Way”.
FROM THE SOUTH BRONX TO SESAME STREET: A STORY OF INCLUSION & BELONGING
November 14 at 7pm – Doylestown Library
Join us for this special talk by Sonia Manzano, who will also sign copies of her memoir, Becoming Maria: Love and Chaos in the South Bronx.
This event was made possible, in part, thanks to a generous grant from the Fred Beans Family Foundation.
Special thanks to The Doylestown Bookshop and The Friends of the Doylestown Library.
Dive into our curated reading list for Many Stories, One Bucks. Featuring titles that explore themes of community, belonging, and individuality, these stories represent a wide variety of voices and tell powerful tales.
Also be sure to attend a book discussion program at your nearest branch, featuring select titles from this list!
The Things We Didn’t Know by Elba Iris Pérez
All This Could Be Different by Sarah Thankam Mathews
The Taste of Sugar by Marisel Vera
Buckeye by Patrick Ryan
The Other Americans by Laila Lalami
Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez
This Other Eden by Paul Harding
The Art of Adapting by Cassandra Dunn
Loca by Alejandro Heredia
Invisible Differences by Julie Dachez
Doylestown Library will host the popular annual Local Author Fair, on November 7, showcasing local authors and their work. They will sell and sign copies of their books, inviting attendees to chat with published writers and learn more about the writing process. Registration is not required.
The Local Author Fair will be held Saturday, November 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Doylestown branch.
As part of the Many Stories, One Bucks theme, we are excited to host varied voices from around the county, all with unique stories to tell.
A Spectrum of Voices with ASERT
ASERT (Autism Services, Education, Resources and Training) is a partnership of medical centers, centers of autism research and services, universities, and other providers involved in the treatment and care of individuals of all ages with autism and their families.
A professional from ASERT will join a self-advocate to tell their story of experiences living life on the spectrum, the important role of ASERT and awareness, and the importance of the library. Join us on October 9 at 12:30pm at the Doylestown branch.
Stories from NAACP Bucks County
Join us to hear about the important history and work of the NAACP and its role in Bucks County. NAACP Bucks County will visit the Doylestown branch on October 14 at 6pm.
Across BCFL branches, Many Stories, One Bucks children’s programming will feature themed storytimes and engaging Badge Squad programs.
Join us for select Family Storytimes that feature books about community, belonging, and individuality. These storytimes will inspire children and caregivers alike to tell their own story, as we all have a story to share!
Featured Badge Squad programs will allow children to earn the Distinctly Diverse badge!
The Distinctly Diverse badge features a variety of fun activities that help children explore the world!
Many Stories, One Bucks is an open invitation to all!
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