Literacy Council of Northern Virginia

You are invited to the 6th Annual Reading: A Family Affair, a FREE event that brings books to life through performance art! The Literacy Council will spotlight storytellers, musicians, dancers, and puppeteers. RAFA Performers include: Bob Brown Puppets; Zurii Conroy; Barbara Effron; Groovy Nate; Jacqueline Jules; Kalavaridhi Dance School; Gary Lloyd; and NOW THIS! Come to Reading: A Family Affair, and get ready to take a magical ride, one that will transport you to many faraway places.

What is it?

In short, it is a family literacy day put on by the Literacy Council of Northern Virginia (LCNV). This FREE, five-hour event brings books alive through a variety of venues:

SEE a Book (on stage performances by puppeteers and musicians)
HEAR a Book (storytellers)
BECOME a Book (audience participation)
READ & WRITE a Book (reading/writing activities; book giveaways)
CLICK a Book (guided computer activities)

In addition to participating in these events, each child in attendance receives a free book to take home.

Who should attend?

This event is open to families with children of all ages. The performers gear their presentations to the very young (2+ years old) all the way up to elementary school age children. Some performances may be more appropriate for a specific age group.

When is it?

Saturday, March 24, 2012
9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Where is it held?

James Lee Community Center
2855 Annandale Road
Falls Church, VA 22042

Why is it held?

RAFA is a free event for families. Not only does RAFA provide an opportunity to introduce kids and their parents to the literacy activities available throughout the community, it has become a way for LCNV to get the word out to potential volunteers, adults who need LCNV services, and businesses and individuals looking for a great mission to support.