4/12: “Why Children’s Books”

Hey, Virginia! Did a children's book change your life? Do you have special childhood memories attached to a certain book?

There is a wonderful exhibit coming to Richmond Public Library in April that explores the role of children's books in our lives. "Why Children's Books: Inspiring Generations" will feature essays from many notable Richmonders including Shaka Smart, Michael Rao, Alex Nyerges, Jack Spiro, Mayor Dwight Jones, Tim Kaine, Anne Holton, Jason Mraz, and many more (including me). These essays are personal stories from all over Richmond on children's books that make a real difference. Each story illustrates the power of children's books and their ability to inspire us.

Guess what book I chose from my childhood? Alvin Schwartz's one and only "Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark."

The exhibit will be displayed at the Main Library beginning April 12th and will be up until May 29th. The essays will also be available to view at RPL branches during the month of September. "Why Children's Books" was organized by the Friends of the Richmond Public Library, a volunteer-based group that supports library programs across our city.

Richmond Public Library blog post: http://bit.ly/GZyw6H

Richmond Public Library website: http://bit.ly/GZyWtK

Please note: This is a gallery exhibit and not a performance/reading. I will not be at the library. Exhibit will remain up until May 29, 2012.

Richmond Public Library, Main Branch, 101 East Franklin Street, Richmond, VA 23219

Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 10:00am to 6:00pm

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