Mission Statement
Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival is a non-profit, volunteer-run, educational event where prominent children’s authors meet the public, chat about their books, and sell signed copies. It’s a fun-filled family day that includes book readings, a food court, entertainment and many kid-oriented activities.
Description
Who We Are Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival is a non-profit, volunteer-run, educational event where prominent children’s authors meet the public, chat about their books, and sell signed copies. It’s a fun-filled family day that includes book readings, a food court, entertainment and many kid-oriented activities.
Why We Need YouThe festival is run 100% by volunteers. Volunteers make the entire day possible from set up to author hospitality,
Help Change Lives with CCBF We are proud to support Reading Buddies Mentorship Programs throughout Westchester County, run by JCY-Westchester Community Partners. These programs provide students from disadvantaged neighborhoods with caring, one-on-one volunteer mentors who meet with them every week during the school year. Reading Buddies is also offered at libraries over the summer where students meet with mentors to maintain their literacy skills. We are happy to supply this wonderful organization with volunteers, books, and when possible, funding.
When and Where September 29, 2018 in front of Bell Middle School and St. Mary’s Church. Volunteers can choose from shifts are need 8am-6pm.
