Small Magic to host annual fundraising event in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ( WIAT ) — A Birmingham-based nonprofit organization is hosting a fundraiser next week featuring live storytelling performances.
On Sept. 19, Small Magic will host their annual Storytime fundraising event. Alongside performances, the event will feature an interactive installation illustrating the importance of early learning and its impact on Birmingham families.
In collaboration with Thank You Books, the event will also feature a "book fair for grown-ups." Visitors will have the chance to fill a custom tote bag with new books.
The event will last from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Lumi on 2202 2nd Avenue South.
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"We are thrilled to invite the community to our second annual Storytime event," said Ruth Ann Moss, Executive Director of Small Magic. "Last year's event was a success, celebrating both the power of stories and the generosity of our community. We're grateful to our incredible partners and sponsors for making it a reality. This year, we hope to continue that tradition and create an unforgettable night that highlights the importance of early literacy and the role Small Magic plays in our community."
The theme of the event is "Chapter 2: Surprises." It will feature guests such as Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley Jones, Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame member Jose Carr, City Councilor J.T. Moore and others.
Small Magic is focused on maximizing children's school readiness and future economic mobility. They utilize community-centered and evidence-based approaches to ensure that local children have the future they deserve.
