Read to Me Jamboree graphic of girl and sunglasses with red pigtails
Photos of author Janna Matthies, performer Nathalia, Bluey character, learning activity and girl getting face painted

Play, sing, laugh and dance at the Read to Me Jamboree Play and Learn Literacy Festival! This is a festival for preschoolers and their families where they can meet children’s authors and illustrators, watch performances by special presenters and enjoy activities at the Clark Pleasant Branch Library. Caregivers will learn about Every Child Ready to Read early literacy practices and activities that they can do at home.

Sat • Aug 16 • Noon-4 p.m. • Clark Pleasant Branch

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Schedule of Events

12 p.m. & 1 p.m.:
Storytime & book signing with Indiana Author Janna Matthies
-The first 50 families to attend storytime with the author receives a free copy of her book, "Over In the Garden".

3 p.m.:
Enjoy the music of Colombian-born children’s songwriter and performer Nathalia

12 p.m. - 3 p.m.:
Costume character Meet & Greet--get your picture taken!

12 p.m. - 4 p.m.:
Twisty Kristy balloon artist

12 p.m. - 4 p.m.:
Every Child Ready to Read early literacy activity stations

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.: 
Social Service Providers 

Plus face painting, food and more!