Free community events will take place on October 14 and 15
MONTCLAIR, NJ (October 11, 2022) — The Montclair Public Library invites everyone to attend the 14th annual “Little Read,” a series of events in which guest readers from the community climb into an iconic big red chair and read stories aloud to schoolchildren and families. This celebration of literacy encourages sharing stories, building community, and cultivating a love of reading. Funds raised through sponsorships, organized by the Montclair Public Library Foundation, support children’s programming at the Library throughout the year, including the Summer Reading program.
“The big red chair, Little Read storytellers, and festive reading celebrations are something Montclair families look forward to each fall,” says Library Director Janet Torsney. “Everyone’s welcome to join in the fun!”
The Little Read begins with classroom visits and culminates in the following events, which are free and open to the public. The books selected for reading aloud are aimed at audiences in preschool through grade three.
Friday, October 14, 6:30-8 p.m.
Main Library (Auditorium), 50 S. Fullerton Avenue
Join our special guest readers – Jorge Aguirre, author of The Chronicles of Claudette graphic novel series and head writer for PBS’ Alma’s Way; Dagmara Domińczyk, author and star of Succession on HBO; and Sharron Miller, Artistic Director of Sharron Miller’s Academy for the Performing Arts – for our “Read and Dance Party”! Nitro Blues Band (School of Rock) will also perform. The event will be in person. Masks will be required for all persons over the age of 2. Registration is not required, but recommended.
The Little Read YMCA
Saturday, October 15, 10-10:45 a.m.
Geyer Family YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue
Join special guest readers for our Little Read at the Geyer Family YMCA. The event will be in person. Masks will be required for all persons over the age of 2. Registration required.
Bellevue Avenue Little Read
Friday, October 14, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration is not required, but recommended.
Saturday, October 15, 3-4 p.m. Registration is not required, but recommended.
Bellevue Avenue Branch (Plaza), 185 Bellevue Avenue
Join special guest readers for our Little Read at Bellevue Avenue Branch! The event will be in person. Please bring something to sit on such as a towel.
The Little Read is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors:
Community Site Sponsor: Scholastic
BookMate Sponsors: Montclair State University, Rosemary Iversen
Friend Sponsors: Cornerstone Montclair, Montclair Orthodontics, Montclair Tutoring, Montclair Kimberley Academy
Founded in 1893, the Montclair Public Library serves the residents of Montclair, New Jersey. It has two facilities: the Main Library at 50 S. Fullerton Avenue and the Bellevue Avenue Branch at 185 Bellevue Avenue. The Library has been changing lives every day for over 125 years through words, ideas, and community building by providing unlimited opportunities for lifelong learning, discovery, and community engagement. Visit montclairlibrary.org for more information.