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Family Reading Day

Family Reading Day

May 30, 2026
10 AM - 2 PM
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May 30 | 10 AM – 2 PM | Reflecting Pool

Join us as we celebrate the reopening of Madison Square Park’s Little Library for kids! Kick things off with a festive ribbon cutting, then dive into a Family Day full of hands-on fun and lively entertainment.

Highlights include: 

10:00 AM – Welcome & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

  • Welcome remarks and thanks
  • Official ribbon-cutting
  • Donated books placed in the library

10:30 AM – Hot Peas N Butter

12:00 PM – Storytime #1

  • 15-20 minute storytime session

1:15 PM – Storytime #2

  • 15-20 minute storytime session

Additional activities throughout the day include a coloring and craft station, children’s book swap, lawn games, and face painting (as supplies last). Come play, dance, and explore. There’s something for every young book lover.

Free and open to all. No reservations required. Sign up via the registration link to receive event updates!

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