Stories We Tell

Meet authors, illustrators and storytellers while getting your little one excited about reading.

The NC A&T Literacy Scholars, under the Department of Educator Preparation, & the College of Education are hosting the Aggie READ (Reading Empowers Action and Discovery) book festival this Saturday from 10am – 2pm on the outdoor space near Proctor Hall on NC A&T’s campus. The rain location is Corbett Sports Center.

The Aggies READ book festival is the brainchild of Dr. Kellee D. Watkins, Ph.D., an Assistant Professor at NC A&T State University. Dr. Watkins says she struggled with reading as a child, and wanted to help today’s youth strengthen their skills.

The Aggie READ book festival is back for year three with four hours of activities for families including giveaways, face painting, and food. Authors and storytellers will take the stage to share their work. Meet them ahead of the book festival.

FAQs

Where do I park?

Free parking is available at the following places:

• Proctor Hall Parking Lot (right off of Bluford Street.)
• Webb Hall Parking Lot (left off of Bluford Street.)
• Parking Deck (Bluford Street)
• Health Center Parking (112 Benbow Street)

What festival details should I know?

• Bring lawn chairs.
• Vendors, food trucks, and NC A&T Farmer’s Market will be at the festival.
• Free water stations will be available.
• Popcorn and Italian Icee treats will be free (while supplies last).
  
• Bluetooth will available to connect your device to sound system.
• Family friendly music is expected (censored versions).
• 2 microphones and 1 lapel microphone are available.

Are restrooms and changing rooms available?

• Restrooms will be available in Proctor Hall.
• Changing rooms will be available in Proctor Hall.