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This is our EIGHTEENTH Pink Pump Affair and I’m as excited about this one as I was for our very first. It’s going to be LIT! A Caribbean Carnival in May all for the wondrous cause of supporting children and young adults and their families impacted by autism and other neurological disorders. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one. Buy your tickets today at https://rebrand.ly/pp18carnival

Tickets on sale now for the inaugural One Word at a Time Virtual Gala. Get yours at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kwame-alexanders-wimpy-ton-reading-ball-tickets-1985179440145. Your support helps bring children's authors and great books to students across the country.

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

A celebration full of generosity 🎉💛

This year, my birthday became a fundraiser for Eaton Fire victims—and I’m still overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

From hip-hop and line dancing to pole dancing led by @nicolethepole, the Glow & Groove Ultimate Dance Day Party 🪩 was pure joy, empowerment, and community.

Thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity truly matters. 🙏🏽

If you’d still like to give, visit snnla.org.

Endless gratitude to the entire @specialneedsnetwork team for making this possible, and huge thanks to @fcknfabbulouss for such a beautifully curated event. 💃🏽✨

#SupportFireVictims #FireRelief #GlowAndGroove #CommunityInAction #SpecialNeedsNetwork

This is starting to turn into a habit. Reginald Ponder comes to town and I accompany him to a Critics Choice Awards Gala, and see my cousin CatCombs along with a host of tv and film stars. Tonight’s favorite - Jimmy Kimmel’s thank you speech for Best Talk Show.

This is starting to turn into a habit. Reginald Ponder comes to town and I accompany him to a Critics Choice Awards Gala, and see my cousin CatCombs along with a host of tv and film stars. Tonight’s favorite - Jimmy Kimmel’s thank you speech for Best Talk Show.

This is starting to turn into a habit. Reginald Ponder comes to town and I accompany him to a Critics Choice Awards Gala, and see my cousin CatCombs along with a host of tv and film stars. Tonight’s favorite - Jimmy Kimmel’s thank you speech for Best Talk Show.

This is starting to turn into a habit. Reginald Ponder comes to town and I accompany him to a Critics Choice Awards Gala, and see my cousin CatCombs along with a host of tv and film stars. Tonight’s favorite - Jimmy Kimmel’s thank you speech for Best Talk Show.

This is starting to turn into a habit. Reginald Ponder comes to town and I accompany him to a Critics Choice Awards Gala, and see my cousin CatCombs along with a host of tv and film stars. Tonight’s favorite - Jimmy Kimmel’s thank you speech for Best Talk Show.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Proof of true friendship — Reggie chose to sit with me in the back of the room instead of front and center at the Sinners movie table with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. We still had a great time at the Critics Choice Celebration of Black Cinema and Television. Always great to see my cousin Catalina.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

Wonderful whirlwind weekend. Spent Friday night celebrating Michael Martin and Alex Jean-Baptiste’s engagement at the Club Martiste Black and White Masquerade Ball. Saturday pre-dawn flight to Dallas for the live recording of client Kirk Franklin’s upcoming album. Extra bonus spending time with my uncle T Leon Berry and client Abdul Williams.

This #GivingTuesday, choose the power of words.

When you support One Word at a Time, you're not just funding a program. You're lighting sparks. Creating memorable moments. Changing trajectories.

You're bringing real authors into classrooms that have never had access before—rural schools, under-resourced districts, communities where children have not yet met real-life authors.

More than 35,000 students reached already this year. Thousands more waiting for their turn.

Your gift today = one author + one classroom + infinite possibilities.

A monthly gift of $10 or a one-time gift of $119 sponsors a classroom to receive Author Study with Kwame Alexander this school year.

Link in bio and comments to give!

#GivingTuesday #LiteracyMatters #OneWordAtATime #JoyfulReading #KidLit #ReadingMatters

Jazz Hands For Autism is proud to honor @bberrycreative as our Winter 2025 Waymaker Award recipient at Medley of Dreams.

An acclaimed entertainment attorney and principal of B²L Entertainment Law P.C., Bonnie has spent more than two decades championing creators across film, television, music, and publishing. She’s also a writer and creative, currently co-authoring a forthcoming novel-in-verse with Newbery Medal–winning author Kwame Alexander, and is a producer on America’s Next Great Author, Kanopy’s first original TV series premiering in 2026.

Bonnie’s impact extends far beyond her legal work. She serves as Vice President of @specialneedsnetwork, an incredible organization supporting autistic and special-needs children and their families. She also sits on the board of One Word at a Time, advancing literacy and joyful reading for young people nationwide.

Join us this Saturday, November 22nd, as we celebrate Bonnie Berry LaMon, a true Waymaker using law, storytelling, and philanthropy to advocate for inclusion and open doors for the next generation of creatives.

This evening when a reckless so-called leader bragged about dropping bombs on Iran’s nuclear sites, Jesse and I were honored to hear from a true wise authentic new leader. She’s young to me but told us that young adults like Jesse are her hope for a better wirld. We need hope.

SNn in Wonderlandtheme rocked. PinkPump25 was wondrous. A wonderful time had by all. I have been the chair of this event for 17 years and I’m just getting started!

I had a great time speaking with Angela Reddock-Wright about book publishing, film, tv and music deals on the Legal Lens Podcast. You can listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.