The 18th Annual Children’s BookFest is the official kick-off to the Summer Learning Program (SLP) and is held on the last Saturday before school ends. Pre-register for the Summer Learning Program at this event, receive a Free book* and enter into a raffle to win a Magic Show, a face-painting party or a balloon-twisting party with Marci Poppins! 

With the theme of kindness/friendship/unity, and the slogan “All Together Now” there will be entertainers, arts and crafts to entice children to want to read, learn and embrace cultures of this world. 

The 2023 featured performers include:

Frank Morrison: Award-winning children’s book illustrator and the artist for this summer's theme, All Together Now. Mr. Morrison explores the making of picture books and draws on stories from his “Dancing Days”, “Graffiti days, and the creative process. Participants will be enlightened and inspired by Morrison’s informed, down to earth view of the literary and visual arts. 

Orisirisi African Folklore: Orisirisi (O-re-she-re-she) was created in 1986 by a husband and wife team comprised of Nigerian born folk-artist Adetutu Harrell and Don Harrell a music scholar and performing artist, who is a life-long veteran of stage and screen, Orisirisi (a Yoruba word pronounced o-re-she-re-she) utilizes varied artistic forms to impart folk-knowledge and experiences to and for their audiences.

Janis McDavid: Grammy nominated singer/songwriter will lead children and their loved ones in mindful movement. Ms. Janis uses drums, scarves, parachutes, and more to keep your children engaged.

KidVision Pre-K's Ms. Penny: Get entertained and educated in this fun program focusing on self-care, health and empathy.

Marci Poppins: Learn about friendship, unity, diversity and respect in this interactive, bilingual presentation.

Costumed Characters: Meet Pikachu, SpongeBob SquarePants, Word Girl and Minions.

* books available while supplies last.

For more information, visit:

https://broward.libnet.info/event/8198487