Celebration of Welcoming Schools' National Day of Reading.
Join us for a celebration of Welcoming Schools' National Day of Reading. This annual event celebrates stories of transgender, nonbinary, and gender expansive kids, and is celebrated at libraries and schools all around the country. This event is geared towards children ages 5 to 9 years of age and their families -- we welcome all those who wish to celebrate LGBTQ+ stories, no matter how you identify!
This year, we will have three scheduled story times, games and craft activities for kids, a musical performance by Ants on the Log, raffles and plenty of LGBTQ+ books to explore and borrow! There will be an information session available for adults who care for LGBTQ+ kids and those who wish to learn more in the children's program room on the second floor. We recommend registering in advance, although registration is not required to attend.
Story Time Schedule
Little SMYALs is a group designed for LGBTQ youth ages 6-12 to find a safe(r) space to express themselves, build community, access resources, and gain support. Based in the Washington, DC, metropolitan region, SMYAL supports and empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) youth ages 6-24, with both virtual and in-person programming. Learn more at www.smyal.org/littlesmyals
AGE GROUP: | 5 - 12 Years Old |
EVENT TYPE: | Story Time | Musical Performance | LGBTQ Pride | Family Program |