Summer Reading Challenge: Story Garden Roadshow with Read Manchester
The theme of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge is Story Garden, exploring the link between reading and stories and nature and the great outdoors.
To celebrate, the Read Manchester team are visiting parks across the city with a free Summer Reading Challenge ‘roadshow’ featuring storytelling, nature themed activities and free book giveaways for children.
We’ll be visiting parks during various wider events including Love Parks Week Launch, Wythenshawe Games and National Play Day, so there’s sure to be something for everyone.
All events are free with no booking required – just drop in!
Events include:
Alexandra Park: Friday 25th July at 11am-2pm
We’ll be attending as part of the Love Parks Week Launch Event.
Wythenshawe Park: Saturday 2nd August and Sunday 3rd August: 11am-4pm
We’ll be attending as part of Wythenshawe Games.
More info: Wythenshawe Games | Sports & Activities for all ages in Wythenshawe
Platt Fields: Wednesday 6th August: 11am-2pm
We’ll be joining a fun filled outdoor event to celebrate National Play Day
Ladybarn Park: Tuesday 19th August: 1-3pm
Chorlton Park: Wednesday 20th August: 3pm-5pm
We’ll be attending as part of the Unity Arts ‘Parktastic’ event.
Don’t forget to join the Summer Reading Challenge!
Visit your local library and ask at the desk to join the Summer Reading Challenge and read six books over the Summer Holidays! Click here for more information on the challenge.
About Read Manchester
Read Manchester is a partnership between Manchester City Council and the National Literacy Trust, which aims to share a love of stories and reading throughout the city of Manchester through community events, book gifting and work with partner organisations. Click here for more information on Read Manchester.
