BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Long Island Authors - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Long Island Authors X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Long Island Authors REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250728T190904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190904Z UID:3239-1753462800-1753466400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Shelter Island Story Time and Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph L. Licari at this special children’s event.  Enjoy an exciting reading and interactive workshop featuring the author of Mia’s Mouses and Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure\, complete with puzzles and worksheets. His books will be for sale\, and he will be available for book signings and photos immediately following. Perfect for kids 5-10 — bring the family for a day on Shelter Island! \nReserve your spot today!  Call (631) 749-0811 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/shelter-island-story-time-and-workshop/ LOCATION:The Rams Head Inn\, 108 S. Ram Island Drive\, Shelter Island Heights\, NY\, 11965\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T203000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250711T192551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T192551Z UID:3230-1753378200-1753389000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Books & Bites: Long Island Authors Event at Fire Island Vines DESCRIPTION:Books & Bites at Fire Island Vines is the ultimate event for book lovers! \nJoin us at Fire Island Vines (FIV)  for an evening of meeting our wonderful local Long Island Authors in a fantastic restaurant and winery setting right in the heart of downtown Bayshore.       \nFire Island Vines is a wonderful family-owned business with many successful years operating First Glass Wine Tours.   They decided to expand their hospitality business to treat everyone who comes to Fire Island Vines as if they were family and to provide a “beyond expectation” experience. Their Tasting & Tap Room will be available at additional cost. \nLong Island Authors Books & Bites Events are becoming the hot place to be to meet local authors from all genres.   Don’t miss this night of food and fun. The event is free — register to attend on Eventbrite HERE. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/books-bites-long-island-authors-event-at-fire-island-vines/ LOCATION:Fire Island Vines\, 17 East Main Street\, Bay Shore\, NY\, 11706\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Long Island Authors":MAILTO:authors@liauthors.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250709T201547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T201547Z UID:3227-1753185600-1753196400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Children's Book Author Expo DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Christina Testut\, author of Embrace Your Features\, along with many other Children’s Book Authors for the 2nd Annual Children’s Book Author July Expo! It’s FREE Admission. There will be author readings\, free face painting\, raffles and more. Hope to see you there! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/childrens-book-author-expo-2/ LOCATION:American Legion Post 1066\, 66 Veterans Blvd.\, Massapequa\, NY\, 11758\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250709T202548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T202548Z UID:3228-1752926400-1752944400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:The Write Women Book Fest 2025 DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Renee RD at this exciting festival.   She will be attending as a virtual author. \nDay 1: Author Signing for Readers and Book Lovers (12-5pm)    \nDay 2: Author Panels and Writing Workshops (2-4pm) \n\nOver 100 authors of a variety of genres tabling\, signing\, selling their books.  \nLive Poetry all day.\nChildren’s Room with YA and Children’s Authors!\nRaffles\, giveaways\, and swag.\nMeet Narrators and BookTubers!\nLive poetry\, story times\, publishers!\nBuy books right from the authors & get them signed!\n\nTo purchase tickets or more info. go to:\nwww.thewritewomenbookfest.org URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/the-write-women-book-fest-2025/ LOCATION:Comfort Inn Conference Center\, 4500 Crain Highway\, Bowie\, MD\, 20716\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T143000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250529T150721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T185753Z UID:3182-1751200200-1751207400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:A Celebration of Words -- Book Launch Event DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate a 3-year sonnet love affair with Long Island Authors member Blupoetres\, as she launches her latest book\, Call Her Woman and Bend the Knee: A Heroic Crown of Sonnets. \n*Please Pre-Order the book and bring it with you (limited books will be sold on site) \n*Register in advance and secure your ticket: https://buy.stripe.com/4gMaEZ0td4mJbGIgH7fw401 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/book-launch-event/ LOCATION:Walt Whitman Birthplace\, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road\, Hunting Station\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250521T124107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T124137Z UID:3161-1749290400-1749304800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:EMPOWERHER! DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Author member\, Christina Testut\, for an inspiring day connecting with incredible women across Long Island and discovering ways to empower yourself and uplift others. \nGirl Scouts\, friends\, and family will experience amazing activities\, such as speaking with women about their careers\, seeing dynamic performers\, exploring a marketplace of women-owned businesses\, meditating with a yoga session\, and more. Bring your lunch or purchase food from our trucks/carts/vendors. \nChristina Testut is honored to have a vendor table for her award winning children’s book\, Embrace Your Features. Come stop by and learn more about her book and its message. Hope to see you there! Open to the public. \nAll are welcome!\nPurchase your ticket here- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowerher-tickets-1302218082339 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/empowerher/ LOCATION:Camp Edey\, 1500 Lakeview Avenue\, Bayport\, NY\, 11705\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T130000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250521T123723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T123723Z UID:3159-1749207600-1749214800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Meet & Greet Book Signing and Read Aloud DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Renée Greene-Murphy\, author of Your Heart’s Voice. \nCome say hello\, grab a signed copy\, and discover the heart behind this inspiring children’s book that helps young readers listen to their intuition and build emotional awareness. \nPerfect for parents\, educators\, and little book lovers! \nWe can’t wait to meet you! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/meet-greet-book-signing-and-read-aloud/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Huntington\, 301 Walt Whitman Road\, Huntington\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250529T172046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T172046Z UID:3181-1748768400-1748793600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Smithtown Day Festival DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors will be enjoying a wonderful Sunday outdoors with a booth at the Smithtown Day Festival!   Food\, vendors\, pet friendly and fun for all ages.   Stop by and say “The Plot Thickens” and receive a special gift for stopping by!  (While supplies last.)  Great day with the family — something for everyone 🙂 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/smithtown-day-festival/ LOCATION:Smithtown Day Festival\, Main Street\, Smithtown\, NY\, 11787\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T233000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250509T204919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T204919Z UID:3139-1747821600-1747870200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Creative Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a four session virtual workshop on Creative Writing/Journaling offered by Long Island Authors member Linda Williams\, Certified Book Coach and author of Success on your Knees.      \nRegistration is required at  www.westburylibrary.org URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/creative-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250509T204234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T204234Z UID:3137-1747566000-1747584000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Gold Coast Book Fair - Oyster Bay DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph L Licari and other local authors at the Gold Coast Book Fair on Saturday May 17th at the LIU Post campus in Brookville\, and again on Sunday May 18th in Downtown Oyster Bay. This is the biggest literary weekend in our area! And new this year\, look for Joseph and other authors at the dedicated children’s pavilion\, with a schedule of events and programming for kids of all ages. The fair also has an outdoor marketplace\, vendor booths\, games\, arts and crafts\, and more! You don’t want to miss this! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/gold-coast-book-fair-oyster-bay/ LOCATION:Downtown Oyster Bay\, Audrey Avenue\, Oyster Bay\, NY\, 11771\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T151500 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250509T203630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T203630Z UID:3135-1747490400-1747494900@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Gold Coast Book Fair Forum DESCRIPTION:Experience the vibrant spirit of Long Island’s poetry scene with a special screening of Poetry In Motion directed by Gregory Cioffi. The film captures local poets reciting their original poetry in nature at Hempstead Lake State Park and the Lido Beach Passive Nature Preserve\, and gives an accessible look into the thoughts and insights of the poet. Following the screening\, join featured poets André Williams a.k.a. Uncle Dre\, Jessica M. Payes for a live discussion and Q&A led by Long Island Authors member Paula Curci\, co-producer of the film and founder of the Acoustic Poets Network® LLC. \nAUTHORS: Paula Curci\, Jessica M. Payes and André Williams (a.k.a Uncle Dre.) \nInformation Table: Andre Williams will also have a table at the fair under: OLD LIONS LLC \nBook Signing: 2:45PM – Gold Coast Cinema\, Hillwood Commons \nhttps://www.goldcoastforum.org/fair-saturday-schedule/poetry-in-motion URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/gold-coast-book-fair-forum/ LOCATION:LIU Post\, 720 Northern Blvd.\, Brookville\, NY\, 11548\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250509T203905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T204344Z UID:3136-1747476000-1747501200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Gold Coast Book Fair at LIU Post DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph L Licari and other local authors at the Gold Coast Book Fair at the LIU Post campus in Brookville\, and again on Sunday May 18th in Downtown Oyster Bay. This is the biggest literary weekend in our area! And new this year\, look for Joseph and other authors at the dedicated children’s pavilion\, with a schedule of events and programming for kids of all ages. The fair also has an outdoor marketplace\, vendor booths\, games\, arts and crafts\, and more! You don’t want to miss this! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/gold-coast-book-fair/ LOCATION:LIU Post\, 720 Northern Blvd.\, Brookville\, NY\, 11548\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250509T203336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T203336Z UID:3134-1746878400-1746892800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Spring Farm Festival DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day of family fun at the Smithtown Historical Society’s historic farmhouse! Long Island Authors member Joseph L Licari will be sharing his latest book\, Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure\, on the farm! Meet the animals\, enjoy kids’ crafts\, buy books and farm-themed crafts\, dance to live music\, pet furry friends – and so much more! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/spring-farm-festival/ LOCATION:The Smithtown Historical Society\, 239 E Main Street\, Smithtown\, NY\, 11787\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250304T175635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T175755Z UID:2976-1746273600-1746288000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:MastiCon 2025 DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors member Michael Thomas Perone will be attending the community comic con MastiCon at The Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Public Library where he’ll be selling discount copies of his books Danger Peak\, Déjà View\, and The Electric God and Other Shorts. Come stop by to enjoy the event’s other exciting vendors\, have a chat\, and get your book(s) signed! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/masticon-2025/ LOCATION:Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Public Library\, 369 Neighborhood Road\, Mastic Beach\, NY\, 11951\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T204441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T204441Z UID:3016-1745654400-1745690400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:LA Times Festival of Books DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors member Nash Hudson will be a featured author at the 30th anniversary celebration of the 2025 LA Times Festival of Books with copies of his award-winning book\, Undertow. The LA Times Festival of Books on the campus of USC\, Los Angeles. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/la-times-festival-of-books/ LOCATION:USC Los Angeles Campus Event\, 3551 Trousdale Pkwy\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90089\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T203000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250424T153219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T153219Z UID:3104-1745607600-1745613000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Poetry Reading and Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors Member Cheryl Williams aka Bluepoetres & Company for Poetry Appreciation Month.    Wonderful night of poetry and connections!  Click here to sign up: https://www.cafeconlibrosbk.com/event-info/poetry-appreciation-month-featuring-blupoetres-company URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/poetry-reading-and-open-mic/ LOCATION:Cafe con Libros\, 724 Prospect Place\, Brooklyn\, 11216\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T120000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250304T174739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T174739Z UID:2975-1744624800-1744632000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Mia's Mouses Library Reading Program about Plural Nouns DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph Licari as he reads his first book “Mia’s Mouses” during this library session.   Then an interactive workshop will follow designed for children ages 5-9. My workshop includes fun and educational activities that align with the themes of the book\, helping to reinforce the learning experience in an enjoyable manner. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/mias-mouses-library-reading-program-about-plural-nouns/ LOCATION:Connetquot Public Library\, 760 Ocean Avenue\, Bohemia\, NY\, 11716\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T202031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T202031Z UID:3013-1744556400-1744560000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Poetry Readings DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Cheryl Williams as she shares some of her published books with her audience.   There will be raffles and giveaways.  Fun for the whole family!! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/poetry-readings/ LOCATION:North Babylon Public Library\, 815 Deer Park Road\, North Babylon\, NY\, 11703\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T202325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T202325Z UID:3014-1744545600-1744560000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Meet Long Island Authors: Children's Books and Easter Celebration DESCRIPTION:Event Highlights:\n🌟 Meet Local Children’s Book Authors – Discover and purchase books directly from talented authors.\n🎟 Easter Basket Raffle – Enter to win a special basket filled with books and surprises!\n🥚 Easter Egg Hunt – Kids can enjoy a fun-filled egg hunt during the event.\n📸 Photo Booth with the Easter Bunny (Pending) – Capture memories with a special guest!\n📖 Storytime Read-Alouds – Enjoy interactive readings throughout the event. \n🎟 TICKETS:\n✅ One parent ticket covers all children attending. You’ll be asked how many kids you’re bringing when registering.\n✅ This event is FREE for attendees! \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-long-island-authors-a-childrens-book-event-easter-celebration-tickets-1269415017489?aff=oddtdtcreator \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to support your local Long Island authors\, connect with the community\, and enjoy a fun\, family-friendly afternoon at Brightview Senior Living! \nReserve your spot today and bring your little book lovers for a day of stories\, smiles\, and springtime fun! 📖💛🐣 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/meet-long-island-authors-childrens-books-and-easter-celebration/ LOCATION:Brightview Port Jefferson\, 1175 New York Rte 112\, Pt. Jefferson Station\, NY\, 11776\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T200947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T200947Z UID:3011-1744462800-1744473600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Library Book Expo DESCRIPTION:It’s Children’s story time!  Join Long Island Authors member Roseanne Critelli as she reads from her books Sonny’s Summertime Sillies\, Luca Meets Sonny\, and The Adventures of Luca and Sonny – Spirit of Christmas.  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/library-book-expo/ LOCATION:Copiague Memorial Library\, 50 Deauville Blvd.\, Copaigue\, New York\, 11726\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250304T173709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T173709Z UID:2974-1744459200-1744473600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Easter & Spring Farm Festival DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph Licari at a great farm setting for his new children’s book\, “Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure.”   He will be presenting his books and doing readings for the kids at this wonderful outdoor celebration! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/easter-spring-farm-festival/ LOCATION:The Smithtown Barn\, 239 E Main Street\, Smithtown\, NY\, 11787\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T204920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T204920Z UID:3012-1744444800-1744477200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Summit for Autism Moms DESCRIPTION:With enriching sessions\, nourishing meals\, and community support\, the Moms Who Hustle Summit experience is designed to empower\, connect\, and inspire autism moms on their purpose-driven journeys. We are looking for vendors and attendees. Open to all\, not just special needs moms.   Look for Long Island Author member Ameena Rodriguez at this event. \n  \nTo be a vendor\, we are accepting applications until Sunday\, March 16th. For more information\, including registration to attend or to sign up as a vendor\, go to https://www.autismforbadassmoms.com/ URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/summit-for-autism-moms/ LOCATION:Delta Hotels Woodbridge\, 515 US Highway 1 South\, Iselin\, NJ\, 08830\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T203000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T200420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T200420Z UID:3010-1744135200-1744144200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Local Authors Fair -- Sachem DESCRIPTION:Come meet Long Island Authors member Kimanthi Witt at Sachem Public Library’s Local Authors Fair where he will showcase his book The Human Hybrid Odyssey:  Primitive Dangers\, The Human Hybrid Odyssey:  Originsof the Hybrid\, and The Human Hybrid Odyssey:  Forever Changed. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/local-authors-fair-sachem/ LOCATION:Sachem Public Library\, 150 Holbrook Road\, Holbrook\, NY\, 11741\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T195820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T195820Z UID:3009-1743937200-1743951600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Children's Book Read Along DESCRIPTION:Learn about Fire Safety as Long Island Authors member Vincent E Timmons reads to children from his book Firefighter Charlie.\nTake pictures with Firefighter Charlie!   Books can be preordered at www.BarnesandNoble.com  Free gifts while supplies last. \nEmail us for more information:   FirefighterCharlieFireSafety@gmail.com URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/childrens-book-read-along/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Massapequa\, 5224 Sunrise Highway\, Massapequa\, NY\, 11762\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T195410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T195410Z UID:3008-1743865200-1743872400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Poetry Readings -- Long Island Authors DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Long Island Authors Member Poetry Readings event during National Poetry Month!  Join us at the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association for an afternoon filled with beautiful words and creative expression. Come listen to talented local authors as they share their poetry in person. This is a great opportunity to connect with the Long Island literary community and support our local writers. Don’t miss out on this chance to be inspired and uplifted by the power of poetry during the start of National Poetry Month! \nHosted by Long Island Author member Cheryl Williams. \nContact authors@liauthors.com for more information! We are still accepting author presenters.  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/poetry-readings-long-island-authors/ LOCATION:Walt Whitman Birthplace\, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road\, Hunting Station\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250304T173233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T173233Z UID:2973-1743847200-1743861600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Eastport Spring Craft Festival DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph Licari as he introduces his new children’s book\, “Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure\,” along with his first book\, “Mia’s Mouses.”  Books will be for sale and signing! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/eastport-spring-craft-festival/ LOCATION:Eastport South Manor Jr./Sr. High School\, 543 Moriches-Middle Island Road\, Manorville\, NY\, 11949\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T193000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250304T172910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T172910Z UID:2972-1742837400-1742844600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:The Humanities Expo DESCRIPTION:Elementary students will have their writing showcased at this event\, and over twenty children’s authors will be on hand to sign and sell their books at discounted prices. Join Long Island Authors member Joseph Licari as he showcases his new children’s book\, “Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure”\, along with his first book\, “Mia’s Mouses“. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/the-humanities-expo/ LOCATION:Newfield High School\, 145 Marshall Drive\, Centereach\, 11784\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250304T172446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T172446Z UID:2971-1742130000-1742137200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Youth Poetic Expression DESCRIPTION:A fun\, inspiring\, and interactive poetry workshop for children 5-10 years led by Long Island Authors member Cheryl Williams. \nPrizes will be awarded for the best written and spoken pieces.  Free raffle and other fun giveaways.  Snacks will be served. \n$15.00 per person \nFollow link for more information- \nhttps://www.waltwhitman.org/event/youth-poetic-expression-workshop/ URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/youth-poetic-expression/ LOCATION:Walt Whitman Birthplace\, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road\, Hunting Station\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250310T195016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T195016Z UID:3007-1741190400-1741194000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:KidLit 101 DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Antionette Truglio Martin at the WIP S2025 Summit.   She will be one of an amazing lineup of presenters at this incredibly empowering and supportive virtual event.   This is where women (men too) from across the publishing industry—from authors to book promoters—gather to hone their skills\, learn from one another\, and find their people. \nClick here for more information:  https://womeninpublishingsummit.com \n  \n  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/kidlit-101/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T044720 CREATED:20250225T162338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T162338Z UID:2963-1740927600-1740934800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Book Discussion -- Charles B.J. Snyder DESCRIPTION:Join Cynthia LaValle talking about her mother\,  Long Island Authors member Jean Arrington\, and her book From Factories to Palaces.   This engaging book discussion will talk about Cynthia’s great-grandfather Charles B.J. Snyder — the visionary architect behind New York City’s iconic public schools. Discover the history and significance of Snyder’s work\, which revolutionized school design during the Progressive Era which also coincided with decades of massive immigration\, ensuring safety\, beauty\, and functionality for generations of students. Snyder served as NYC Superintendent of School Buildings from 1891 through 1922 which coincided roughly with the Progressive Era which spanned 1890 to 1920. \nThe discussion will center around the themes explored in Palatial Schools for the Progressive Era\, offering insights into Snyder’s architectural legacy and its impact on modern education. \nWhy You Should Attend:\n– Learn about a pivotal moment in educational history.\n– Engage with a family member of this historic figure.\n– Explore the connection between architecture\, education\, and community. \nEnjoy light refreshments and the opportunity to connect with fellow readers and history enthusiasts. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/book-discussion-charles-b-j-snyder/ LOCATION:Global Language Reads\, 402 Main Street\, Port Jefferson\, NY\, 11777\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR