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WABE's Rose Scott Hosts Annual Coffee Conversations on Literacy
Local children's book authors join discussion at The Ke'nekt Cooperative in Atlanta
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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WABE radio host Rose Scott will be broadcasting a live episode of 'Closer Look' from The Ke'nekt Cooperative in Atlanta on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The event, part of the station's annual Coffee Conversations series, will focus on improving literacy rates in Black and Brown communities, with local children's book authors participating in the discussion and reading excerpts from their works.
Why it matters
The Coffee Conversations series provides a platform for WABE to engage the local community on important issues, in this case addressing disparities in literacy and access to diverse children's literature. The event aligns with the station's mission to inform and empower its audience, while also supporting local authors and the cooperative business model of The Ke'nekt Cooperative.
The details
During the one-hour event, attendees will enjoy coffee while listening to Rose Scott's live broadcast of 'Closer Look.' The discussion will feature local children's book authors who will share their perspectives on improving literacy and representation in children's literature. Excerpts from the authors' books will also be read aloud.
- The event will take place on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 12 pm to 1 pm.
The players
Rose Scott
A radio host at WABE, the NPR member station serving the Atlanta metropolitan area.
The Ke'nekt Cooperative
A community-focused cooperative business located in Atlanta's West End neighborhood that is hosting the Coffee Conversations event.
The takeaway
This event demonstrates WABE's commitment to addressing important community issues through engaging programming that brings together local stakeholders and gives a platform to diverse voices, in this case children's book authors working to improve literacy and representation in their field.
