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2nd Annual Brighter Day Community Book Fair at Ypsilanti Performance Space

November 14 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Stacks of books on display at the Brighter Day Community Book Fair in Ypsilanti where families enjoy free books and activities.

Photo credit: iStock/GoodLifeStudio

Description

Families can enjoy games, prizes, snacks, story time, free books, and an “Ask the Author” session at this community event. Kids in grades K–8 will love this fun, interactive evening celebrating reading and learning.

Event cost: Free admission

Event times: 5-7 p.m. Nov. 14

Additional Information

Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/24921366827532316/

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Washtenaw County

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