Park and Read

This captivating read-aloud program aimed at fostering a love for reading in young children is set to take place in Tibbetts Brook Park in Yonkers, Saxon Woods Park in White Plains, Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla and Westchester Children’s Museum on the Playland Boardwalk this summer.

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 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and feature interactive storytelling. Presented in English and Spanish, from experienced and noteworthy storytellers who will bring stories to life. Includes music, movement and wonderful children’s literature, designed to create an enriching experience for children ages 3 - 6 years old.

Pre-registration for Park and Read is encouraged, walk-ins are welcome if space allows.

The summer schedule for the Park and Read Program is as follows:

Tuesdays: July 8, 15, 22, 29 and Aug. 5 and 12
Location: Tibbetts Brook Park
Venue: Grass area outside of bathhouse (Pavilion 1 for inclement weather)
Address: 355 Midland Ave., Yonkers, NY 10704 (directions)
Time: 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
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Wednesdays: July 9, 16, 23, 30 and Aug. 6 and 13
Location: Saxon Woods Park
Venue: Grass area adjacent to children’s playground (Pavilion for inclement weather)
Address: 1800 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains, NY 10605 (directions)
Time: 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
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Thursdays: July 10, 17, 24, 31 and Aug. 7 and 14
Location: Kensico Dam Plaza
Venue: Grass area outside of office
Address: 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY 10595 (directions)
Time: 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
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Fridays: July 11, 18, 25, and Aug. 1, 8 and 15
Location: Westchester Children’s Museum
Venue: On the Playland Boardwalk
Address: 100 Playland Pkwy, Rye, NY 10580 (directions)
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
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Children must be accompanied by a guardian. Admission is free. Westchester County residency rules apply. Please show proof of registration at parking booths at Tibbetts and Playland.

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.