# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Banned Book Read-In, a fundraiser for Authors Against Book Bans
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Banned Book Read-In
Fundraiser in support of Authors Against Book Bans
Sponsored in partnership with James River Writers

Tickets are free, and donations are strongly encouraged.

Join New York Times bestselling author Sara Raasch and Newbery Medalist Meg Medina for an evening of reading, conversation, and activism against book banning.

The evening will begin with a community read-in. Bring your favorite banned book to read as we take a stand against censorship. Following the read-in, Sara and Meg will be in conversation about our role in securing the freedom to read.

Refreshments, door prizes, and an auction of a deluxe swag bag will round out the evening.

Seating is limited, so secure your FREE ticket today!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/henrico/banned-book-read-in-a-fundraiser-for-authors-against-book-bans/200030235636039
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 15

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Henrico
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 10464 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VA, United States, Virginia 23233
- **lat**: 37.62089
- **long**: -77.61243
- **full address**: 10464 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VA, United States, Virginia 23233

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Banned Book Read-In, a fundraiser for Authors Against Book Bans being held?
  - **A:** Banned Book Read-In, a fundraiser for Authors Against Book Bans takes place on Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm at 10464 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VA, United States, Virginia 23233.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Banned Book Read-In, a fundraiser for Authors Against Book Bans?
  - **A:** Banned Book Read-In, a fundraiser for Authors Against Book Bans is organized by Book People Richmond.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Banned Book Read-In, a fundraiser for Authors Against Book Bans is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Henrico, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Banned Book Read-In, a fundraiser for Authors Against Book Bans sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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