Park and Read

This captivating fall read-aloud program aimed at fostering a love for reading in young children is set to take place in three picturesque Westchester County Parks.

The engaging initiative is organized by Westchester County Director of Programs and Policies, Childcare and Education Roseanne Finizio in collaboration with the Chappaqua Children's Book Festival.

The program will take place on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and feature interactive storytelling sessions in English. Experienced and noteworthy storytellers will bring stories to life, creating a vibrant and immersive environment for youngsters 3 to 6 years old and families to enjoy.

The fall schedule for the Park and Read Program is as follows: Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

  • Mondays: Sept. 30; Oct. 7, 21 and 28; Nov. 4, 18 and 25; Dec. 2, 9 and 16
    Location: Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm
    Venue: Activity building
    Address: 51 Route 100, Somers, NY 10536 (directions)

  • Tuesdays: Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29
    Location: Tibbetts Brook Park
    Venue: Near small playground above pool
    Address: 355 Midland Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704 (directions)

  • Wednesdays: Oct. 2 and 9
    Location: Kensico Dam Plaza
    Venue: Grass area outside of office
    Address: 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY 10595 (directions)

Children must be accompanied by a guardian. Admission is free. Westchester County residency rules apply.

For more information about the Park and Read program, please email  or call (914) 995-2501.

About the Chappaqua Children's Book Festival: The Chappaqua Children's Book Festival is an annual event held in Chappaqua, NY, that celebrates children's literature and authors. With a mission to inspire a love for reading and learning, the festival brings together authors, illustrators and families for a day filled with literary activities, book signings and storytelling sessions.