Raising Readers, One Story at a Time with Durham Family and Cultural Centre and Kesha Christie

Raising Readers, One Story at a Time with Durham Family and Cultural Centre and Kesha Christie

Wednesday, October 07, 2026

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Central Library

One The Esplanade S, Pickering, Ontario, L1V 6K7

Pickering, ON

Organized by Pickering Public Library
Free

About This Event

Discover how storytelling can transform everyday moments into powerful literacy experiences. This interactive workshop will equip parents and caregivers with practical, culturally responsive strategies to support literacy at home while exploring the power of culturally affirming stories to build confidence, strengthen identity, and inspire a lifelong love of reading.
This program is intended for parents and children to attend together. When registering, please only register the child.
DFCC Biography
Durham Family and Cultural Centre is a charitable organization, established in February 2019. DFCC is a Durham-based organization that provides a space for members of the Black community, and other racialized and diverse groups to engage in programming that empowers their lives
Kesha Christie Biography
Kesha Christie is an award-winning storyteller, TEDx speaker, and communication coach who helps children, families, and communities connect through the power of story. Rooted in African and Caribbean oral traditions, she creates engaging, interactive experiences that build confidence, connection, and belonging.

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