Celebrate reading at the Coos Bay Public Library’s annual Read Across America event. Thursday, March 14 from 5:00-6:30pm the Coos Bay Public Library is hosting a party in honor of reading with free books, cupcakes and crafts. Guest readers from the community will share books and local organizations will provide hands-on crafts and games. The event is geared towards kids and families 18 and under; participants under the age of 18 will receive a free book as part of the festivities. Participating community groups include the Coos Bay Fire Department, SMART Reading, Washed Ashore, the Marshfield High School Latin-X Club, the Marshfield High School Key Club, the Marshfield Honor Society, the Marshfield Cheer Squad, the Marshfield High School Z-Club, and CARE Connections Child Care Resource & Referral. Groups will provide a variety of hands-on activities and crafts that support reading. For more information about programs at the Coos Bay Public Library, visit the Library’s website at www.coosbaylibrary.org or call the public library at (541) 269-1101.
