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African Storytelling Reimagined!

Presented by Author Ada Ari

2025-02-05 17:30:00 2025-02-05 18:30:00 America/New_York African Storytelling Reimagined! Have you ever wondered why spiders have such long legs? Come join me for a fun African folktale all about Anansi the spider! You’ll learn how Anansi’s adventures changed the world of spiders forever. We’ll also dance a lively Ghanaian dance, explore cool facts about the Ashanti Kingdom, and have fun with stickers and more! Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)

Wednesday, February 05
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-05 17:30:00 2025-02-05 18:30:00 America/New_York African Storytelling Reimagined! Have you ever wondered why spiders have such long legs? Come join me for a fun African folktale all about Anansi the spider! You’ll learn how Anansi’s adventures changed the world of spiders forever. We’ll also dance a lively Ghanaian dance, explore cool facts about the Ashanti Kingdom, and have fun with stickers and more! Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)

Surratts-Clinton

Auditorium (150)

Have you ever wondered why spiders have such long legs? Come join me for a fun African folktale all about Anansi the spider! You’ll learn how Anansi’s adventures changed the world of spiders forever. We’ll also dance a lively Ghanaian dance, explore cool facts about the Ashanti Kingdom, and have fun with stickers and more!

Ada's magical touch ensures an immersive and educational experience, making learning a joy for young readers. Don't miss the chance for your kids to explore, learn, and be captivated by the wonders of African stories!

Ada Ari is an educator, entrepreneur, and award-winning author on a mission to promote diversity in children’s literature. She is retelling beloved African folktales through beautifully illustrated children’s books, bringing back a piece of African legacy. Ada is the co-founder and CEO of KOLI & OLUM, the largest collection of board books dedicated to teaching African languages to children, covering over 18 languages.

Through her African Storytelling Reimagined programs, Ada provides school districts with African studies curriculum and tours the U.S., offering interactive cultural experiences. Inspired by her own children and heritage, Ada hopes to foster global citizenship and a deeper appreciation for African culture. She donates 10% of her proceeds to orphanages in Africa.

Surratts-Clinton

Phone: 301-868-9200
Branch manager
Melanie Townsend Diggs

Hours
Mon, Jul 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jul 08 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 09 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 12 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 13 Closed
Mon, Jul 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jul 08 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 09 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jul 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 12 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 13 Closed

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