Date: Saturday, Oct 3
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Venue: 10200 Strickland Rd., Raleigh
Price: Free
Category: Community
Join us at Chesterbrook Academy North Raleigh Elementary and Preschool for a special morning with beloved children's author Stacy McAnulty, ...
Community · Raleigh
“Arrive ten minutes early to grab a spot close to the reader.”
The Author Visit at Chesterbrook Academy in North Raleigh is a free community morning featuring children's book writer Stacy McAnulty. Families can meet the author, listen to a reading, and connect with other local parents. What to Know: This event is best suited for preschool and elementary school children who enjoy storytime. It takes place at the Strickland Road campus, which offers plenty of free on-site parking. You do not need to buy tickets, but arriving right at 9:00 am ensures you get a good seat for the reading. This is an easy, low-pressure weekend activity that gets kids excited about reading. It fits perfectly between breakfast and naptime, leaving the rest of your Saturday open.
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Oct 3
Author Visit at Chesterbrook Academy - North Raleigh runs Saturday, Oct 3, 9:00 am - 11:00 am.
10200 Strickland Rd. is at 10200 Strickland Rd., Raleigh, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.
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