# Event Details - **Event Name**: Authentically You - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: A fundraising experience for P.L.A.Y Education. Enjoy story hour followed by an optional VIP Paint your Sky Experience!About this EventAuthentically You, featuring Lulu Buck and Drag Queen Shirley Delta.Join us for a memorable Storyhour where kids and families can experience stories told with heart, humor, and the kind of joy that comes from showing up as your full self. Lulu and Shirley bring their own lived experiences, cultural pride, and creative magic to the room, offering stories that celebrate belonging, representation, and the courage to be who you are. It’s a space for community, curiosity, and connection and a reminder that every child’s story deserves to shine.? Thursday, March 26th? 5:00pm–6:00pm Storytime? 6:00pm-7:15pm VIP Add-On "Paint the Sky" Experience? Storytime: Free (Sliding Scale Donation – Give What You Can)?VIP Paint the Sky: $20 (supplies and art event included in ticket)? Light snacks providedJoin us for an uplifting evening of stories, art, and community — all in support of P.L.A.Y. Education, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating environments where children can learn, grow, and thrive — just as they are.✨ The ExperienceStoryhourKick off the evening with a joyful and affirming Storyhour featuring two readings by:Shirley DeltaA big city girl with small-town dreams, Shirley Delta has graced stages from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts to libraries and PRIDE events across Colorado. Known for her heart, humor, and theatrical flair, she brings stories to life in unforgettable ways.Lulu BuckFirst-generation Mexican-American author of the award-winning children’s book Sue’s Sky, Lulu shares a powerful message of acceptance, belonging, and creating safe spaces for all children. Her interactive reading invites families into a story that celebrates identity and inclusion.Come for the books.Come for the joy.Come for the celebration of being authentically you.? VIP Add-On: Paint Your Sky Experience? 6:15pm–7:00pm? $20 per participantAfter Storyhour, stay for a special guided art experience: Paint Your Sky.Led in an interactive, artful session, participants will create their own “identity sky” — a symbolic expression of the rich tapestry of identities within our community. You’ll leave with your very own painted sky and a meaningful reminder of the evening.Let’s come together to paint a brighter, more inclusive future.? What Your Support DoesP.L.A.Y. Education focuses on whole child health and learning, inclusivity and representation, and affirming youth voices. Their work is rooted in social justice — addressing and combating systemic barriers that impact vulnerable youth and marginalized communities.Every dollar raised supports literacy programs in Erie schools and the wider community — helping ensure that children see their cultures, identities, and lived experiences reflected in the stories they read.Tax EIN: 92-1286707? Tickets & RegistrationWhile this event is free (with a suggested sliding-scale donation), we encourage reserving a ticket in advance as capacity is limited. This helps us:• Plan for capacity• Ensure a safe and welcoming space for performers and guests• Better prepare materials for the VIP activityYou will have a chance during your ticket reservation to give an optional donation.Reserve your spot, bring a friend, and join us for an evening of stories, art, and community care.Come for the community.Come for the books.Come for the art.Come to support a mission that centers children exactly as they are. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/erie/authentically-you/100001983478983032 - **Event Categories**: Art, Nonprofit, Entertainment, performances, Kids, health-wellness, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fauthentically-you-tickets-1983478983032 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Erie - **state**: CO - **country**: United States - **location**: Briggs Street Books and Music - **lat**: 40.0506569 - **long**: -105.0471535 - **full address**: Briggs Street Books and Music, 615 Briggs Street, Erie, United States ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Briggs Street Books & Music (https://allevents.in/org/briggs-street-books-and-music/25471758) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/51c877796350529ac89ef10fa63e6e4e76414df9ff41be3f17f6d662261554af-rimg-w1200-h675-dc2b312d-gmir.jpg?v=1771537107 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Authentically+You&date=26+Mar ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Briggs Street Books and Music, 615 Briggs Street, Erie, United States - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 0 up to 23.18 USD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Briggs Street Books & Music - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** Art, Nonprofit, Entertainment, performances, Kids, health-wellness, literary-art - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Authentically You ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Authentically You", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/51c877796350529ac89ef10fa63e6e4e76414df9ff41be3f17f6d662261554af-rimg-w1200-h675-dc2b312d-gmir.jpg?v=1771537107", "startDate": "2026-03-26", "endDate": "2026-03-26", "url": "https://allevents.in/erie/authentically-you/100001983478983032", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Briggs Street Books and Music", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "615 Briggs Street", "postalCode": "80516", "addressLocality": "Erie", "addressRegion": "CO", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "40.0506569", "longitude": "-105.0471535" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "A fundraising experience for P.L.A.Y Education. 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