Sunday Salon: Local Author Dr. Kelly Byrd at The Fountain on Delmar

Join us at The Fountain on Delmar for our monthly Author Salon on Sunday, March 9, 2025, featuring esteemed St. Louis author Dr. Kelly M. Byrd. Dr. Byrd will share excerpts from her acclaimed children's book, Like Sunshine on an Otherwise Miserable Day, followed by an engaging Q&A session. Our creative bartenders have crafted a special cocktail inspired by her work, blending their love for mixology and literature.

About the Book

Like Sunshine on an Otherwise Miserable Day is a heartfelt children's story that reflects Dr. Byrd's dedication to promoting literacy within Black families. The book emphasizes the importance of family narratives and cultural representation in children's literature, aiming to create "mirrors" for Black children to see themselves in stories. citeturn0search16

About the Author

Dr. Kelly M. Byrd is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and a passionate advocate for family literacy in the Black community. She earned her Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, focusing her research on African-American family literacy traditions. Dr. Byrd founded "Love for Literacy," a program dedicated to highlighting the significance of Black family literacy experiences in children's development. Her work has been instrumental in promoting positive literacy practices among Black families in St. Louis and beyond. citeturn0search16

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate local literature and enjoy a unique evening where storytelling and mixology intertwine in our art deco-inspired setting.