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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 9, 2007
Media Contact: Michael Corby 904.632.3310
Public Information: 904.766.6500

Fifth Annual Family Literacy Fair August 25 at FCCJ North Campus
Books, celebrities, storytelling and activities encourage a love for reading

What: Fifth Annual FCCJ Family Literacy Fair
When:

Saturday, August 25, 2007
10 a.m.–1 p.m. (registration at 9:30 a.m.)

Cost: Free and open to the public
Where:

Florida Community College North Campus, Courtyard
4501 Capper Road

Details:

Free admission to Florida Community College’s North Campus Family Literacy Fair includes live performances by celebrity readers, storytelling, age-appropriate reading activities and lists, free books, face painting, prizes, surprises and free lunch. The Northside Storytellers will present at 10 a.m.; Ritz Theatre Executive Director and Storyteller Carol Alexander will present at 11 a.m.; special guest readers will read to children grades K-8 (in age-appropriate groups) at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.; followed by distribution of free books. Free lunch will be provided at 11:30 with live entertainment and activities. Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office professionals will be on hand with patrol cars and mounts. For reservations (appreciated) or more information call 904.766.6500.

Schedule of Events

Time Event Location
9:30 a.m. Registration  
10:00 a.m. Storytelling by the Northside Story Tellers E-235 (Student Activities)
10:30 a.m. Learning-on-the-go Seminar for Parents A-117
10:30 a.m. Small Group Reading by Guest Readers (by grade level)
Free Books Distributed After Reading
K - Grade 3: Mallard Room (Bldg. E)
Grades 4-5: Small Mallard Room (Bldg. E)
Grades 6-8: Career Dev. Center (Bldg. E)
11:00 a.m. Storytelling by the Northside Story Tellers Bldg C, 1st Floor
11:30 a.m. Playing the Games Seminar for Parents A-117
11:30 a.m. Small Group Reading by Guest Readers (by grade level)
Free Books Distributed After Reading
K - Grade 3: A-140 (Bldg. A)
Grades 4-5: A-171 (Bldg. A)
Grades 6-8: Career Dev. Center (Bldg. E)
11:30 a.m. Lunch
Live Entertainment
Face Painting
Door Prizes
Visit with Book Characters
Visit with JSO Professionals (Patrol Car, Mounted Police)		 Breezeway

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