09/20/2026
~Join us for the 5th Annual Muskingum County Reading Festival! ~
A family fun event celebrating literacy and the local community!
There will be over 50 vendors, over 20 local authors, special appearances by Bluey, Elephant & Piggie, & more, thousands of books to give away, and the chance to win extra special raffle prizes! Plus, we are encouraging the you to dress up in your FAVORITE LITERARY CHARACTER COSPLAY!
We are also hosting Storytimes, an Author's Panel, and a Writers Workshop for those interested in pursuing a career in writing. Check out the specifics below:
Storytimes & Character Meet & Greets:
10:30 AM
Book: Elephant & Piggie:
There is a bird on your head!
11:00 Am
Elephant & Piggie Meet & Greet
11:30 AM
Book: Bluey: Road Trip!
12:00 PM
Bluey Meet & Greet
12:30 PM
Book: The Watermelon Seed
Writers Workshop:
10:30 - 11:15 AM
Authors:
Elizabeth Garvey
Anne Chlovechok
Greg Blair
Writing process tips, publishing guidance, and
marketing suggestions; learn these and more at the Writers
Workshop.
Author's Panel:
1:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Authors:
Angola Hone
Olivia Matthews
John Furek
Moderated by MCLS Director Stacey Russel, the authors will discuss their latest work, their inspirations, and more during the panel.
