You’re Invited!

Join WAKE Up and Read as we kick off a summer of reading, learning, and adventure! Gather with family and friends for a special afternoon celebrating books, creativity, and community. Enjoy a "Meet and Hear" experience featuring a read-aloud by author Kelly Starling Lyons, illustrator E.B. Lewis, and equestrian Caitlin Gooch behind the newly released children's book Riding Magic. Each family will receive one free copy of Riding Magic while supplies last, and additional books and prints will be available for purchase.

Enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including a dance demonstration, an activity activation powered by Artspace, an interactive craft station and library card sign-up hosted by Wake County Public Libraries, face painting, a guided meet-and-greet with Ardent, and a special visit from Man Man the mini horse. Food will be available for purchase from a local food truck. Come celebrate the start of summer with stories and hands-on fun for readers of all ages!

We thank our partners @saddleupandread, @theblackcowgirl, @kelstarly, and @wcpss_schools for helping make this event possible.

Registration is required! Register at bit.ly/3ZgWBRF.

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