This is my first year getting to plan a Día celebration, and I am so happy to be doing it here at the Village Branch library. This is their fifth year celebrating the event, and in years past it has always drawn in a massive crowd of families from our local neighborhood and beyond in Lexington. This year's event promises to be our biggest to date. We are continuing the tradition of providing Latino crafts and a free book to each child who attends our program, as well as adding some new elements that will further encourage a love of reading and the library as a place to turn for information across the lifespan. We will have ongoing programs and performances for children and families throughout the day, such as a special program for parents and babies, a bilingual storytime, African drumming and a very special payaso guest. We are also hosting a Community Information Fair for the first time. Local agencies, particularly those serving the Latino community in the Cardinal Valley neighborhood have been invited to attend. Each agency will provide an activity or giveaway for children, while having the opportunity to reach a large group of families all in one location. Funding for our program is generously provided by the Friends of the Lexington Public Library - we couldn't do it without them. 5/3 Bank is also a supporter of the program, dropping by to provide ice cream treats for the kids.
All families in Lexington are welcome to attend our Día 2010 program on Saturday, May 1, 12-4 PM.
How are you spreading bookjoy at your library this month? For great ideas and to connect with a larger community of folks planning Día events, be sure to check out the Bookjoy! blog.
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