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ZYangSlide2.png|Z Yang|linktext=A Korean-American aspiring film-maker and the star of the Z.Crew Videos|link=Z Yang
 
File:Gabrielabanner.png|Spotlight: Gabriela McBride|linktext=She writes! She dances! She's here for 2017 and the first-ever Black Girl of the Year!|link=Gabriela McBride
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JossPromo.jpg|Joss Kendrick|linktext=Joss is a surfer, cheerleader - and the first visibly disabled doll from American Girl!|link=Joss Kendrick
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AGOnlineLibrary.png|Stay Safe, Stay Home|linktext=Hunker Down at Home with free downloadable books and activities on AG's Website!
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; July 1, 2020 / Black Stories for Free by American Girl
; June 23, 2017 / AG Rewards Only Outfits for Truly Me and Bitty Baby, Upcoming TRU only WellieWishers Outfit, 18" Custom Line information, and a Reminder on Policy
 
[[File:AGRewardsOutfits2017.jpg|thumb|300px|AG Rewards only outfits!]]
 
:* AG has released two [[AG Rewards]] exclusive online outfits. You must be a Rewards Member and logged into your account in order to purchase these outfits. For [[Truly Me]], this is [[Gymnastics Outfit IV]], and for [[Bitty Baby]] this is the [[Pink Rose Dress]]. Each costs $15 while supplies last.
 
   
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American Girl has launched the [https://www.americangirl.com/content/ag/en/hide-in-nav/equality-discover.html Commitment to Racial Equality Online Library]. The following books and videos are now available for free download and watching:
:* An upcoming [[WellieWishers]] outfit will be available as a [[Toys R Us]] Exclusive. Images have been seen but no name has been confirmed.
 
   
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: For [[Melody Ellison]]: (Civil Rights, 1964)
:* Information is starting to release about a design your own American Girl 18" doll. So far what is known is that the option will be available near the end of July. For $200 (with free shipping) a person may purchase a customized doll, customized outfit and accessory set, keepsake doll box, designed t-shirt, and a six month (three issue) subscription to [[American Girl Magazine]].
 
   
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:* ''[[Melody: No Ordinary Sound]]''
:* The Administration here would also like to take this time to remind all users that we here at the A*G Wiki do not care if you are new to editing or excited about getting an article/image up first if it is poorly written or improperly done. You can and will be blocked for both violations for a minimum of a week. Read our [[{{SITENAME}}:Policies|Policies]], because you will be subjected to them from moment one.
 
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:* ''[[Melody: Never Stop Singing]]''
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:* ''[[Music in My Heart: My Journey with Melody]]''
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:* Accompanying Reader's and Teacher's Guides
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:* Read-along video with [[Wikipedia:Mariska Hargitay|Mariska Hargitay]]
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:* ''Making Melody: Behind the Scenes'' with [[Denise Lewis Patrick]]
   
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: For [[Cécile Rey]] (with [[Marie-Grace Gardner]]): New Orleans, 1853
:: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
 
   
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:* ''[[Meet Marie-Grace]]''
:: ETA: American Girl has recently stated that they will no longer be able to do head replacements on [[Lindsey Bergman (doll)|Lindsey dolls]] through the [[American Girl Hospital]] as they have exhausted the supply. Other repairs may continue.
 
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:* ''[[Meet Cécile]]''
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:* ''[[Marie-Grace and the Orphans]]''
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:* ''[[Troubles for Cécile]]''
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:* ''[[Marie-Grace Makes a Difference]]''
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:* ''[[Cécile's Gift]]''
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:* Accompanying Reader's Guide
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:* "Meet Cécile & Marie-Grace" video
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:* ''[[The Cameo Necklace]]''
   
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: For [[Addy Walker]]: Civil War, 1864
; June 22, 2017 / The Summer Release and A Book Sale
 
[[File:JLY67wAccessories.jpg|right|350px|thumb|The All New Outfit!]]
 
: The Summer Release of new items was made, and there was a lot for the [[Truly Me]] Line. Firstly, a new [[Meet Outfits|meet oufit]] has been released; as it was not given an official name, it's being called the [[Truly Me Outfit]] here until as such an official name is given. Secondly, three new dolls have been added: [[Just Like You 67]], [[Just Like You 68]], and [[Just Like You 69]]. Thirdly, the [[Bald Dolls]] have been put into the line openly online, as [[Just Like You 70]], [[Just Like You 71]], [[Just Like You 72]], and [[Just Like You 73]].
 
   
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:* ''[[Addy: Finding Freedom]]''
: Other items for the Truly Me Line:
 
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:* ''[[Addy: A Heart Full of Hope]]''
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:* ''[[A New Beginning: My Journey with Addy]]''
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:* [[Addy's Short Story Collection]]
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:* "Meet Addy Walker" video
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:* Accompanying Reader's and Teacher's Guides
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:* ''[[Shadows on Society Hill]]''
   
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: For General:
:* [[Travel in Style Dress]]
 
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:* Perspective video with Denise Lewis Patrick
:* [[All-Star Soccer Outfit]]
 
:* [[Graphic Fashion Tee]]
 
:* [[Print Corduroy Dress]]
 
:* [[Print Tank Top]]
 
:* [[Purple Skirt Outfit]]
 
:* [[Classic Knit Sweater]]
 
:* [[Corduroy Pants]]
 
:* [[Peplum Top]]
 
:* [[Mesh Flower Skirt]]
 
:* [[Mixed-Knit Sweater]]
 
:* [[Tweed Shorts]]
 
:* [[Tights and Leggings Set]]
 
:* [[Ankle Boots]]
 
:* [[Teal Moccasins]]
 
:* [[Party Earring Set]]
 
:* [[Ombre Sunglasses]]
 
:* [[American Girl Grand Hotel]]
 
:* [[AG Grand Hotel Luggage Cart]]
 
:* [[Travel in Style Luggage]]
 
:* [[AG Grand Hotel Room Service Set]]
 
:* [[Travel in Style Accessories]]
 
:* [[Hot Lunch Set]]
 
:* [[School Backpack Set III]]
 
:* [[School Locker Set]]
 
:* [[Class Pet Hamster]]
 
:* [[French Bulldog]]
 
:* [[Tuxedo Cat]]
 
:* [[Pet Bath Outfit]]
 
:* [[Fancy Pet Outfit]]
 
:* [[Crown Pet Bed]]
 
:* [[Chevron Pet Bed]]
 
:* [[Fancy Leash Set]]
 
:* [[Flower Leash Set]]
 
   
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: The website states information that [[Gabriela McBride]]'s first book, ''[[Gabriela (book)|Gabriela]]'' will later be available.
: For the [[WellieWishers]]:
 
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
:* [[Fantastic Firefly PJs]]
 
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:* [[Outdoors in Overalls Outfit]]
 
:* [[Twirling Tulip Costume ]]
 
:* [[Night Owl Sleeping Bag]]
 
:* [[Sweet Dreams Garden Tent]]
 
:* [[Mix and Match Garden Pets]]
 
:* [[Birthday Cart and Treats Set]]
 
:* [[Tooth Fairy Pillow]]
 
:* [[WellieWishers Doll Stand]]
 
:* [[WellieWishers Charm Bracelet#Charms|Birthday Charm]]
 
:* [[WellieWishers Charm Bracelet#Charms|Watering Can Charm]]
 
   
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; June 29, 2020 / Reclosed Stores
: For [[Bitty Baby]]:
 
   
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: Due to a massive spike in cases in Harris County, [[American Girl Place]] Houston is closed again. Other stores may close.
:* [[Bitty's Comfy and Cozy Outfit]]
 
:* [[Bitty Baby's Flower Backpack]]
 
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin (wear a mask and show you care)
: For [[Gabriela's Collection|Gabriela]]:
 
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; June 24, 2020 / New Truly Me and Joss Release
:* [[Gabriela's Take Flight Performance Outfit]]
 
:* [[Gabriela's Chair and Ottoman Set ]]
 
:* [[Gabriela's Loft Bed]]
 
:* [[Gabriela McBride's Case]]
 
:* [[Gabriela McBride's Headphones]]
 
:* [[Gabriela McBride's Hair Accessories]]
 
   
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: New items have released for all the modern lines.
: For [[Tenney's Collection|Tenney]] and [[Logan's Collection|Logan]]:
 
   
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: For [[Joss's Collection]]:
:* [[Tenney's Sparkling Performance Outfit]]
 
:* [[Logan's Performance Outfit]]
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:* [[Joss's Beach Jumper]]
:* [[Tenney's Music Cartridge Set]]
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:* [[Joss's Beach Grill Set]]
:* [[Tenney's Floppy Hat]]
 
:* [[Tenney's Charm Bracelet]]
 
:* [[Tenney's Musical Necklace]]
 
:* [[Tenney's Journal Kit]]
 
   
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: For [[Truly Me]] there are three new dolls--[[Just Like You 83]], [[Just Like You 84]], and [[Just Like You 85]]--filling out the remaining numbering gaps. There are also new meet outfits, the [[Sparkle and Shine Outfit]] and the [[Casual and Cool Outfit]], with matching accessories. Other items for the line:
: Generic items released:
 
   
:* [[Set of Hangers]]
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:* [[Explore the Parks Outfit]]
:* [[Starry Doll Holder II]]
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:* [[Student Council Election Outfit]]
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:* [[Star Baker Apron]]
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:* [[Be Creative Outfit]]
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:* [[Make Some Music Outfit]]
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:* [[Let's Sleep Over Pajamas]]
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:* [[Explore the Parks Accessories]]
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:* [[Student Council Election Set]]
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:* [[Art Class Set]]
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:* [[Percussion Kit]]
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:* [[Chinese Takeout Set]]
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:* [[Spaghetti Dinner Set]]
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:* [[Double the Fun Sleepover Set]]
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:* [[Don't Forget to Brush Set]]
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:* [[American Girl Kitchen]]
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:* [[Teatime Table and Chairs Set]]
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:* [[Time to Sparkle Watch]]
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:* [[Sparkling Gem Bracelet Set]]
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:* [[Sparkle Gem Earring Set]]
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:* [[Rose Gold Glasses]]
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:* [[Swim Goggles]]
   
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: For [[WellieWishers]]:
: No BeForever items or items for Z were released.
 
   
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:* [[Colorful ABCs Outfit]]
: Additionally until June 25, AG is offering buy one, get one free on select books, including [[BeForever]] classic series volumes, Historical mysteries, and activity books.
 
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:* [[Smart as a Fox School Outfit]]
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:* [[Starry Sky Pajamas]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Backpack and Lunch Set]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Desk Set]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Garden School Set]]
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:* [[Stargazing Garden Tent Set]]
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:* [[Stargazing Sleeping Bag]]
   
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: For [[Bitty Baby]]:
: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
 
   
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:* [[Zoo Birthday Outfit]]
; June 13, 2017 / New Historical Series
 
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:* [[Tea Party Outfit]]
[[File:AGirlNamedHillary.jpg|thumb|250px|''A Girl Named Hillary: The True Story of Hillary Clinton'']]
 
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:* [[Bitty's Lion Friend]]
: Two new series of books have popped up that will be under the American Girl Header.
 
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:* [[Bitty's Tea Party Set]]
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:* [[Bitty's Bottle Warmer Set]]
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:* [[Convertible High Chair and Play Table]]
   
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: Books:
: The first is "Real Stories From My Time." These books are focused on actual events and occurrences that happen during a [[BeForever]] character's timeline. The first four books are:
 
   
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:* ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference]]''
:* [[Samantha Parkington]]: [https://www.amazon.com/Titanic-American-Girl-Real-Stories/dp/1338193066/ The Titanic]
 
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:* ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Crushes]]''
:* [[Addy Walker]]: [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-underground-railroad-bonnie-bader/1126397137?ean=9781338148923 The Underground Railroad]
 
:* [[Felicity Merriman]]: [http://www.scholastic.com/parents/book/american-girl-nonfiction-chapter-book-2-boston-tea-party The Boston Tea Party]
 
:* [[Nanea Mitchell]]: [http://www.scholastic.com/parents/book/american-girl-nonfiction-chapter-book-3-pearl-harbor The Pearl Harbor Bombing]
 
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
: Secondly is the "A Girl Named Series". These will be full-illustrated biographical books on the childhood and history of real historical women, mainly focused during their childhood. The first two known are:
 
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; June 23, 2020 / American Girl's Statement of Commitment to Racial Equality
:* ''A Girl Named Hillary'': The childhood and life of Hillary Clinton, the first woman to be nominated for a major political party for president.
 
:* ''A Girl Named Rosa'': The childhood and life of Rosa Parks, who became famous for protesting the segregation of the Montgomery Bus system in Alabama and made a name for herself during the start of the Black Civil Rights movements of the 1950s.
 
   
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: American Girl has made an official statement of Commitment to Racial Equality on their [https://www.instagram.com/p/CByseIqBkmN/ Instagram account], [https://twitter.com/American_Girl/status/1275535535067541508?s=20 Twitter account]and [https://www.facebook.com/americangirl/posts/3136831183026687 Facebook page]. The company has stated they will accelerate their progress in stories and characters that represent the black community and other communities of color and diversity. Some specifics include:
: As usual, we strive for neutrality and respect here, as well as no rumor-monging about new characters, retirements, or designs.
 
   
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:* The launch of ''What It Means to Be an American Girl Today'', a series of virtual and in-person discussions about race and diversity. Initial discussion will be led by writers of the Black stories on the line (e.g. [[Connie Porter]], [[Denise Lewis Patrick]]) and experts, and help the company listen to the voices of the community.
: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
 
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:* Starting July 1st, all the stories about the Black characters will be added to the Online Library as free downloads. AG is also making a commitment to launch more fiction and non fiction books about topics of racial equality and justice.
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:* Bringing more black voices into their discussions and advice on creation including consultants, influencers, parents, and children.
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:* The planning and release of a new Black Contemporary character (likely a [[Girls of the Year|Girl of the Year]]) and other contemporary characters of color.
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:* The donation of a minimum of $50,000 worth of books to libraries focusing on the stories of [[Kaya]], [[Addy]], [[Josefina]], [[Rebecca]] (who is a character of religious diversity but not of color), [[Nanea]], and [[Melody]].
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin, who if you didn't know by now, is Black
; June 3, 2017 / New Books, Possible GotY 2018
 
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; June 22, 2020 / Reopened Stores and Create Your Own Delays
: New books have started to appear at various book seller websites, namely Amazon and Barnes and Noble:
 
   
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: The following [[American Girl Place]] stores are currently open: Seattle, Charlotte, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Nashville, Orlando, San Fransisco, and Washington D.C.
:* [https://www.amazon.com/Natalia-Takes-Lead-American-Girl/dp/1338115022/ref=sr_1_41?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1496031370&sr=1-41&keywords=american+girl ''Natalia Takes the Lead'' (American Girl: Like Sisters #2)]
 
:* [https://www.amazon.com/Titanic-American-Girl-Real-Stories/dp/1338193066/ ''The Titanic'' (American Girl: Real Stories From My Time) ] (with framing with [[Samantha Parkington]])
 
:* [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-underground-railroad-bonnie-bader/1126397137?ean=9781338148923 ''The Underground Railroad'' (American Girl: Real Stories From My Time)] (with framing with [[Addy Walker]])
 
:* [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/girl-of-the-year-2018-erin-teagan/1126492431?ean=9781338186505 Girl of the Year 2018: Book 2 (American Girl)]
 
:* [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1338186485/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1496031388&sr=1-2 Girl of the Year 2018: Book 1 (American Girl)]
 
   
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: Stores may have shorter hours, limited bistros, and limited doll salons. Stores with bistros have switched to disposable menus and have temporarily removed loaner dolls from our cafés and party rooms. Chicago offers curbside pickup (as does New York, though the store itself is not open). At several locations face coverings are required due to local guidelines, and all fitting rooms are closed at this time.
: There is no further detail whatsoever on the Girl of the Year 2018, though the information implies that, while Gabriela will remain past the end of the year, another character will be released.
 
   
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: Please check [https://www.americangirl.com/retail/covid-questions American Girl's FAQ] for all regulations, and continue to practice safe social distancing.
: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
 
   
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: Also note that delivery time for [[Create Your Own]] dolls and outfits has been extended to approximately ten weeks from the order date due to the pandemic.
; May 22, 2017 / No More "Permapanties"
 
[[File:Noperms.png|thumb|275px|No More Permapanties!]]
 
: In what can be seen as a move similar to the history of [[wikipedia:New Coke|New Coke]] and the [[wikipedia:Windows 8#Critical reception|Windows 8 start screen]], American Girl has decided to discontinue the permanent underwear that had started to be released on Truly Me dolls (and would have been released on three of the BeForever Characters), following several weeks of fan backlash and complaint. This was officially announced on the [https://www.facebook.com/americangirl/posts/1432849116758244 American Girl Facebook page], along with information that the most recent "boutique-style" box design would be reinstated (though it will remain for [[Contemporary Characters]] and through some of the Truly Me dolls until stock is depleted).
 
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
: Existing doll inventory with permanent sewn-in underwear will still be available in stores until stock runs out. Any customers who have previously purchased dolls with permanent underwear can opt to have their dolls reverted to the old body design with a one-time no-cost exchange through American Girl (instructions [http://www.americangirl.com/general/american-girl-underwear-exchange here]).
 
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; June 19, 2020 / Buy Two Books, Get One Free
: [[User:Blakegripling ph|Blake]], yet another admin (with edits by [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]])
 
   
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: Starting June 4th and through September 7th, select books are Buy Two Get One Free with code '''BOOK20''' at American Girl stores and online (excluding the [[American Girl Outlet Store]] and Canadian retail outlets). Last Chance items and [[Smart Girl's Guides]] branded kits are excluded from this offer.
; May 10, 2017 / First Book in the Like Sisters Series
 
[[File:LikeSistersEmmaMovesIn.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Like Sisters: Emma Moves In]]
 
: The cover of a book in the "Like Sisters" series, ''Like Sisters: Emma Moves In'' was released today on [https://www.amazon.com/Emma-Moves-American-Girl-Sisters/dp/1338114999/ Amazon], as well a a light summary. As of right now no further information is available about future books or items in the series (though the book being numbered #1 implies future books). The book is set for release this August.
 
   
 
: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
 
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; June 14, 2020 / American Girl, the Mattel Play Fair Initiative and the Black Lives Matter Movement
; April 27, 2017 / Z's Release (Plus Extras)
 
   
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: in the wake of the [https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Black Lives Matter] activity in 2020--a international human rights movement founded in 2013 in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin's murderer and amplified in 2020 by the death of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer and the following nation- and worldwide protests--Mattel and its subsidiaries have, like many companies and businesses, spoken out about the movement and recognized their shortcomings in representation and black support in the Mattel Play Fair Initiative. This has been specifically noted in relation to American Girl on their [https://www.instagram.com/p/CBWsFiQjOqT/ Instagram account] and [https://www.facebook.com/americangirl/posts/3107881199255019 Facebook account], as well as on the [https://corporate.mattel.com/news/mattels-statement-on-commitment-to-the-black-community corporate site]. Specifics noted across the company:
: [[Z Yang (doll)|Z Yang]] and [[Z's Collection|her collection]] have released:
 
   
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* Increasing efforts to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community, focusing on the development and recruitment of Black talent.
*: [[Z's Sightseeing Outfit]]
 
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* Investment in the next generation of the Black community with intention, by providing access and opportunities.
*: [[Z's Easy Breezy Outfit]]
 
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* Offering products, content and experiences built on the foundation of diversity, ensuring that the stories of the Black community are seen and heard.
*: [[Z's Accessories]]
 
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* Mattel is donating $250,000 to NAACP youth programs and going forward will donate proceeds from future product sales and initiatives of at least $250,000 to fund educational programs focused on supporting Black girls.
*: [[Z's Desk Set]]
 
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* Specific to American Girl, representatives have stated that they will not be retiring the [[Addy Walker (doll)|Addy doll]] nor her [[Addy Mold|mold]], both of which have been lessened in promotions and product in recent years.
*: [[Z's Filming Accessories]]
 
*: [[Z's Scooter]]
 
*: [[Z's Dog]]
 
*: ''[[The Real Z]]''
 
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
: Tenney's third book, ''[[Tenney Shares the Stage]]'', and Gabriela's second book, ''[[Gabriela Speaks Out]]'' also released today, as well as her craft book, ''[[Express Yourself With Gabriela]]''.
 
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; June 13, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Twelve
For the [[WellieWishers]], the books released are ''[[The Mystery of Mr. E]]'' and ''[[The Rainstorm Brainstorm]]''. (WellieWishers books are now also available in three-book sets.)
 
   
: Advice books released are ''[[School Rules! Writing]]'', ''[[School Rules! Projects]]'', and ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Getting It Together]]''.
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: This week's free books from the [https://www.americangirl.com/explore/articles/onlinelibrary American Girl Online Library] are ''[[Rebecca: The Sound of Applause]]'', the accompanying teacher's guide, and ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Knowing What to Say]]''.
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: Z's initial collection has debuted on [https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/kids/search/?keywords=z%27s Chapters] (a Canadian American Girl seller). Here at A*G Wiki, we would like to wait for the formal release through American Girl in about a week before any descriptions go up.
 
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: There are also brief summaries of each book.
 
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: From April 7th until 19th, select items in the [[BeForever]] collection are 25% off through the American Girl website and at AG stores. This does not include any recent releases.
 
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: [[American Girl Place]] Houston, Charlotte, and Orlando have reopened with limitations. Learn more at [https://www.americangirl.com/retail/covid-questions Frequently Asked Questions] on the website.
   
 
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; June 1, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Ten; The Thank You Heroes Scrubs and "Heroes With Heart" Contest
; March 6, 2017 / Buy One Get One 1/2 Off Select Outfits; Ivy and Julie 1976<nowiki>:</nowiki> A Happy Balance Trailer
 
   
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: This week's free books from the [https://www.americangirl.com/explore/articles/onlinelibrary American Girl Online Library] are ''[[Julie: The Big Break]]'', the accompanying teacher's guide, and ''[[Stand Up for Yourself and Your Friends]]''.
: From now until March 31st, select outfits are available for Buy One Get One 1/2 off through the American Girl website and at AG stores. The discount is applied to the lower cost outfit and applied at checkout. Outfit include Historical outfits, Truly Me sets, and a few available outfits from Lea's Collection.
 
   
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: Also, the trailer for [[Ivy and Julie 1976: A Happy Balance]] can be seen [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctB0baUcn-I on YouTube]. The special will be available March 24th through Amazon Prime only.
 
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July 1, 2020 / Black Stories for Free by American Girl

American Girl has launched the Commitment to Racial Equality Online Library. The following books and videos are now available for free download and watching:

For Melody Ellison: (Civil Rights, 1964)
For Cécile Rey (with Marie-Grace Gardner): New Orleans, 1853
For Addy Walker: Civil War, 1864
For General:
  • Perspective video with Denise Lewis Patrick
The website states information that Gabriela McBride's first book, Gabriela will later be available.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 29, 2020 / Reclosed Stores
Due to a massive spike in cases in Harris County, American Girl Place Houston is closed again. Other stores may close.
Nethilia, The Admin (wear a mask and show you care)
June 24, 2020 / New Truly Me and Joss Release
New items have released for all the modern lines.
For Joss's Collection:
For Truly Me there are three new dolls--Just Like You 83, Just Like You 84, and Just Like You 85--filling out the remaining numbering gaps. There are also new meet outfits, the Sparkle and Shine Outfit and the Casual and Cool Outfit, with matching accessories. Other items for the line:
For WellieWishers:
For Bitty Baby:
Books:
  • A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference
  • A Smart Girl's Guide: Crushes
Nethilia, The Admin
June 23, 2020 / American Girl's Statement of Commitment to Racial Equality
American Girl has made an official statement of Commitment to Racial Equality on their Instagram account, Twitter accountand Facebook page. The company has stated they will accelerate their progress in stories and characters that represent the black community and other communities of color and diversity. Some specifics include:
  • The launch of What It Means to Be an American Girl Today, a series of virtual and in-person discussions about race and diversity. Initial discussion will be led by writers of the Black stories on the line (e.g. Connie Porter, Denise Lewis Patrick) and experts, and help the company listen to the voices of the community.
  • Starting July 1st, all the stories about the Black characters will be added to the Online Library as free downloads. AG is also making a commitment to launch more fiction and non fiction books about topics of racial equality and justice.
  • Bringing more black voices into their discussions and advice on creation including consultants, influencers, parents, and children.
  • The planning and release of a new Black Contemporary character (likely a Girl of the Year) and other contemporary characters of color.
  • The donation of a minimum of $50,000 worth of books to libraries focusing on the stories of Kaya, Addy, Josefina, Rebecca (who is a character of religious diversity but not of color), Nanea, and Melody.
Nethilia, The Admin, who if you didn't know by now, is Black
June 22, 2020 / Reopened Stores and Create Your Own Delays
The following American Girl Place stores are currently open: Seattle, Charlotte, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Nashville, Orlando, San Fransisco, and Washington D.C.
Stores may have shorter hours, limited bistros, and limited doll salons. Stores with bistros have switched to disposable menus and have temporarily removed loaner dolls from our cafés and party rooms. Chicago offers curbside pickup (as does New York, though the store itself is not open). At several locations face coverings are required due to local guidelines, and all fitting rooms are closed at this time.
Please check American Girl's FAQ for all regulations, and continue to practice safe social distancing.
Also note that delivery time for Create Your Own dolls and outfits has been extended to approximately ten weeks from the order date due to the pandemic.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 19, 2020 / Buy Two Books, Get One Free
Starting June 4th and through September 7th, select books are Buy Two Get One Free with code BOOK20 at American Girl stores and online (excluding the American Girl Outlet Store and Canadian retail outlets). Last Chance items and Smart Girl's Guides branded kits are excluded from this offer.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 14, 2020 / American Girl, the Mattel Play Fair Initiative and the Black Lives Matter Movement
in the wake of the Black Lives Matter activity in 2020--a international human rights movement founded in 2013 in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin's murderer and amplified in 2020 by the death of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer and the following nation- and worldwide protests--Mattel and its subsidiaries have, like many companies and businesses, spoken out about the movement and recognized their shortcomings in representation and black support in the Mattel Play Fair Initiative. This has been specifically noted in relation to American Girl on their Instagram account and Facebook account, as well as on the corporate site. Specifics noted across the company:
  • Increasing efforts to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community, focusing on the development and recruitment of Black talent.
  • Investment in the next generation of the Black community with intention, by providing access and opportunities.
  • Offering products, content and experiences built on the foundation of diversity, ensuring that the stories of the Black community are seen and heard.
  • Mattel is donating $250,000 to NAACP youth programs and going forward will donate proceeds from future product sales and initiatives of at least $250,000 to fund educational programs focused on supporting Black girls.
  • Specific to American Girl, representatives have stated that they will not be retiring the Addy doll nor her mold, both of which have been lessened in promotions and product in recent years.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 13, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Twelve
This week's free books from the American Girl Online Library are Rebecca: The Sound of Applause, the accompanying teacher's guide, and A Smart Girl's Guide: Knowing What to Say.
As American Girl has stated they would do twelve total weeks, it is unknown if more books will be available after this week.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 8, 2020 / Changes to the MCM Sale for 2020
The Madison Children's Museum has released data via e-mail about the logistics of this year's MCM Sale, and the changes that are being made due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
  • The sale will be online only, as was expected.
  • Orders can be placed on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26. This is a change from the original July 11-12 dates, to give time to facilitate the online system.
  • Access to shopping online will be in the same order and weekend day as ticketed entry times. Quantity limits will be in effect, just as at the physical sale, by ticket. A ticket allows one online purchase of a shopping cart of goods, honoring all quantity limits. A second ticket allows another online purchase, with refreshed quantity limits, and so on.
  • As with previous sales, on Sunday there will be additional markdowns and limit changes.
  • All orders will be shipped to the purchaser. Curbside pickup options will not be available. Shipping costs will be calculated during checkout and included in the purchase total at the time of checkout. While MCM is negotiating the best possible deals for shipping, buyers should expect shipping charges similar to standard shipping of items through the post office or UPS store.
  • MCM has decided that no additional tickets will be offered for this year's benefit sale.
  • Dolls and Friends Pajama Party kits will be available in limited quantities. Each kit will include a Bitty Baby doll, special craft project supplies, and an invitation to participate in an exclusive online video party in the fall; exact date(s) will be listed.
Due to the multiple logistic changes, MCM for this year is changing the longstanding refund policy and will offer refunds to current ticket holders. Requests for refunds must be made by the 15th of June. Alternatively--since this is a benefit sale for charity--there will also be an option to donate any unneeded ticket(s) to the cause. People may also transfer their tickets to others.
Full information can be read online at the official website.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 6, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Eleven
The American Girl Online Library has extended two additional weeks. This week's free book is Luciana.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 3, 2020 / Two New Books in the Smart Girl's Series
Two new books are to be released this fall in the Smart Girl's Guides series, as spotted on Amazon:
  • A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference: focusing on ways to change the world and improve one's society
  • A Smart Girl's Guide: Crushes: An updated version of A Smart Girl's Guide to Boys that will include information on a variety of romantic feelings, rather than only focusing on girls crushing towards boys.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 2, 2020 / Team USA Gear / Store Reopenings
While the 2020 Olympics have been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Team USA is still being promoted. The following is now available:
These can be purchased by AG Rewards members only until June 4th, when they will be available to everyone.

American Girl Place Houston, Charlotte, and Orlando have reopened with limitations. Learn more at Frequently Asked Questions on the website.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 1, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Ten; The Thank You Heroes Scrubs and "Heroes With Heart" Contest
This week's free books from the American Girl Online Library are Julie: The Big Break, the accompanying teacher's guide, and Stand Up for Yourself and Your Friends.
Starting today, American Girl will be taking preorders for the Thank You Heroes Scrubs, which will be released in August; furthermore, for every outfit sold, American Girl will donate a doll craft activity book (totaling up to $135,000 in retail value), to the First Responders Children's Foundation, an organization which benefits the children of first responders and has expanded to include the children of those leading the fight against COVID-19.
Starting June 8th, American Girl will launch the "Heroes With Heart" Contest, asking children with the help of their parents to nominate a hero who has made a difference during the pandemic (such as medical professionals, essential retail workers, delivery drivers, etc.) American Girl will select five Grand Prize winners; the nominator will receive a $200 American Girl gift card while the honoree will receive a custom doll and outfit in their likeness. More details will be released on the 8th.
Nethilia, The Admin

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Barnum students love the American Girl Doll Club - WDIO - - 2024/03/22 21:02

Barnum students love the American Girl Doll Club  WDIO...

Stop What You’re Doing! American Girl Dolls Are 30% Off During Amazon’s Big Spring Sale — But Only for a Limited Time - SheKnows - - 2024/03/20 18:40

Stop What You’re Doing! American Girl Dolls Are 30% Off During Amazon’s Big Spring Sale — But Only for a Limited Time  SheKnows...

The Best American Girl Accessories For Serious And Not-So-Serious Collectors - Moms - - 2024/03/19 17:11

The Best American Girl Accessories For Serious And Not-So-Serious Collectors  Moms...

Which Taylor Swift Era Does Your Favorite American Girl Doll Represent? - Her Campus - - 2024/03/19 14:00

Which Taylor Swift Era Does Your Favorite American Girl Doll Represent?  Her Campus...

American Girl to close Middleton office - Spectrum News 1 - - 2024/03/08 08:00

American Girl to close Middleton office  Spectrum News 1...