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By taking part in these events you grant kinokuniya book stores of america full rights to use the images resulting from the photographyvideo filming, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for publicity or other purposes to help achieve the groups aims. To be included on this list, the book events must be annual or biennial and held in the same state every year. Check back often as our new york city african american events calendar is constantly updated with events occurring in and around the new york city manhattan, queens, brooklyn, bronx and staten island area. We provide resources for members of the community to nurture their minds.
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