The Illinois Reading Council proudly announces the

2019 ILLINOIS READS BOOK FESTIVAL

March 16, 2019

A FREE event to promote the joy of reading and to celebrate Illinois authors and illustrators.

9:15 Doors Open

10:00 Opening Ceremony

o Meet the Authors and Illustrators

o Hear the Essay Contest Winners read their selections

o Enter the raffle!

10:50-11:20 Session I Author Panels (by age/grade band)

11:25-11:55 Session II Individual Author Session

12:00-12:30 Session III Individual Author Session

12:30-1:00 Autographing

12:30-2:00 Visit our vendors and enjoy activities

2:30 Production of Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451

Waukegan Drama Club

ILLINOIS READS authors’ and illustrators’ books will be available for purchase (cash or credit cards accepted.)

Concessions will be available for snacks, lunches and drinks.

Click here for complete details.