✨ Special Bonus: The first 30 guests in costume who stop by the Information Booth in the Lobby and say hello will receive a free book from our inventory.
Right in the heart of the exhibition hall, families will discover a lively Family Fun Activity Space filled with creativity, laughter, and hands-on learning. Our friends from local libraries will guide children and families through “make & take” art projects, crafting colorful bookmarks, mini-books, and drawings to spark imagination and keep the love of stories going long after the fair.
Throughout the day, enjoy Storytime Read-Alouds, test your knowledge with Bookish Trivia, embark on a Scavenger Hunt, and join the excitement of our Costume Contest. Costumed characters will be celebrated for their book-inspired enthusiasm… so bring your favorite storybook hero, villain, or adventurer to life!
Storytime Read Alouds
Shape Seeing Art Activity
Discover SHAPE SEEING—a hands-on activity inspired by the book LIGHT AS A FEATHER by Will Hillenbrand! Unleash your hidden talent as you play with basic shapes, a little light, and a touch of magic to reveal shadow birds and see more than meets the eye. Young and old alike will enjoy creating art that’s as unique as you.
Take your creation to the next level by outlining your shape and bringing it to life in color, just as Will does in his book. Feeling a little unsure? No worries—Jane Hillenbrand, author of TURTLE-TURTLE AND THE WIDE, WIDE RIVER, will be on hand to guide you every step of the way.
Plus, don’t miss ART IN MOTION! Dive deeper into the world of birds by making your very own bird plane or bird mobile. What are you waiting for? Come join the fun and let your imagination take flight!