The Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival
Mark your calendars for the return of the beloved Chappaqua Book Festival, a non-profit organization with a mission to connect authors with young readers. Held on Saturday, September 28th from 10:00am-4:00pm at the Chappaqua Train Station, the annual event is free and features over 160 children’s book authors and illustrators. This includes multiple genres, reading levels, special presentation, and books for sale.
Kids of all ages will also get the chance to meet their favorite authors and illustrators. They will be able to listen to book readings, have their books signed, experience illustrator demos, meet new writers, and more! Additionally, a percentage of the proceeds will go to literacy programs to area schools in Westchester and the New York Metro area.
The annual festival, now in its eleventh year, is focused on promoting community, inclusivity, and literacy. This year, the festival will have a dedicated banned book section featuring books from attending authors. Families can expect authors covering various reading levels and genres, including graphic novels, LGBTQ themes, and diverse literature. There will also be author readings, presentations, illustrator demos, book signings, and a bubble bus. Gourmet food trucks and the local Chappaqua Farmers Market will provide food, and the festival will support literacy programs in in the area.
Additional authors at the Chappaqua Book Festival include:
And much more!
Check out the complete list here.
There will also be food available for purchase from gourmet food trucks and from the Chappaqua Farmers Market. The event also includes a fun kids’ zone where kids can play, interact, and craft.
Costumed characters make appearances throughout the day for photos, hugs, and high-fives. The festival also draws in local vendors and business that you can connect and meet.
Incredibly, since the festival started in 2013 it has quickly grown from having 65 authors to 160 as well as from 4,000 visitors, to 7,000 from all over the Tri-State area with this year’s festival promising to draw in even more young book lovers.
Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival Details
Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 10:00am-4:00pm
Chappaqua Train Station
Rain or shine
Free admission and parking
For more information, visit http://www.ccbfestival.org/ or follow the CCBF at www.facebook.com/chappaquachildrensbookfestival
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