The Queens Borough Public Library will have volunteers on hand to sign children up for library cards. The show will include appearances by Lassie and other special guests. There will also be strolling entertainers, storybook characters and fun and educational interactive areas for families.
Admission is free.
Is Book Country's five-day festival. Other promotional partners are Johnson's Baby Shampoo and Parents Magazine. Girl Scouts USA is an educational partner. The New York City read in is the largest of over 6,000 read ins expected to take place simultaneously across the country at retail stores and other locations. The events are intended to encourage a passion for reading and to promote the importance of parents and kids reading together.