CALF-Events CIC

Children & Authors' Literary
Fanfare and Events
(CALF-Events)
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Books Authored or illustrated by CALFE Authors
Books Authored or illustrated by CALFE Authors

Who We Are

CALF-Events CIC exists to provide public benefit by increasing access to inclusive literary and cultural experiences for children and families, particularly those underrepresented in mainstream cultural spaces. As a unique community interest company bringing stories to life with fun events, workshops, and festivals for children and families, we work with truly inspirational authors and artists celebrating cultures and sharing the magic of creativity.

We collaborate with museums, cultural venues, educators, and community organisations to embed our work within a broader cultural ecology connecting local access with national cultural networks.

Preen Chakadonha volunteering Host at Chelmsford Museum - 2023

What We do

We bring stories to life through joyful literary events, author visits, and community storytelling experiences that families can enjoy together. In welcoming spaces from museums and libraries to neighbourhood venues, we create moments where children and caregivers can connect through the shared magic of books.

By celebrating diverse voices and world cultures, we help every child see themselves reflected in stories while discovering new perspectives. Our work nurtures confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of reading, strengthening family bonds and a sense of belonging through the power of storytelling.

Ms Sandra Smith delivering the Mancala Workshop through storytelling

SP K-Mushambi Crafts board games to support her Zimbawean folklore 

To Become a
Calf-E Author

As an emerging CIC, with events locally aligned to our membership, our model supports replication and collaboration across regions. Our contribution to the national cultural landscape is ambitious, inclusive, and relevant, to the skills we possess. Our evaluation framework, currently measures success through participation levels, audience feedback, partnerships, and repeat engagement. We remain committed to strengthening our impact reporting as we grow.

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