Santa Monica Public Library Promotes Literacy with Storypalooza Story Tour
February 24, 2022 9:45 AM
Santa Monica Public Library presents “Storypalooza Story
Tour” on Saturday, March 5, 2022, with storytelling performers and
activities at all five library locations throughout the day, beginning at
10:30 a.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m.
Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Santa Monica, the event
celebrates Read Across America, a national reading initiative designed to
promote literacy and celebrate diversity in literature for young children and
their families. Attendees receive a free book at each location. Space is
limited; first come, first served, and all events are free. See the schedule
below.
International Folktales with Storyteller Michael D. McCarty
- 10:30 a.m. / Pico Branch Library, Amphitheater
- Michael shares folktales that spark the imagination and teaches skills to get everyone telling stories like a pro.
Jump Here Sidewalk Obstacle Course
- 12:00 p.m. / Montana Avenue Branch Library, 17th Street Sidewalk
- You are invited to jump and spin around through the Montana Branch’s sidewalk obstacle course inspired by Hervé Tullet's book, Press Here.
Catch the Wind with reDiscover Center
- 1:30 p.m. / Ocean Park Branch Library, Front Lawn
- Use recycled materials to make flyers, pinwheels, and catch the wind with reDiscover Center. Enjoy this hands-on activity inspired by the book The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind.
Multicultural Stories with Ina Buckner-Barnette
- 3:00 p.m. / Main Library, Central Courtyard
- Storyteller Ina presents interactive tales, songs, and story-making activities to tickle young funny bones and excite the imagination.
The Hug Machine StoryWalk®
- 4:30 p.m. / Fairview Branch Library, Front Entrance
- Discover a new way to read a book with StoryWalk®, where the whole family can enjoy a story while walking around the library.
We encourage you to visit our Online Library and access the Library’s many digital services that are available 24/7. Questions? Call us at (310) 458-8600 or email library@santamonica.gov. Staff are available Monday through Friday during operating hours. We look forward to connecting with you.
Media Contact
Jennifer Boyce
Librarian II
Jennifer.Boyce@santamonica.gov