Miami International Mall invites children of all ages to celebrate the joys of reading at Simon Kidgits Club’s “Book Blast” event. Event attendees will enjoy an afternoon of engaging reading activities including interactive story telling by popular children’s book authors Pablo Cartaya, “Tina Cocolina: Queen of the Cupcakes” and Dani Lynn, “The Fairy Tale Project.” Kids will enjoy interactive games and receive giveaways from Radio Disney with a special appearance by Pokey Puppy.
In collaboration with the Florida Department of Education, a two-week book drive will commence at Miami International Mall’s “Book Blast” event. Families are encouraged to donate new and gently-used books at Guest Services beginning Sat., March. 12 through Sun., March 26. The books will support the goals of The Florida Department of Education’s “Just Read, Florida!” initiative and will be distributed to local area programs and schools.
In addition, participants will also have the opportunity to explore the Florida Department of Education’s “Find a Book, Florida!” tool that will help attendees locate new and intriguing books tailored to their own reading level and interests based upon the attendee’s reading ability.
WHEN: Saturday, March 12, 2011
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Miami International Mall, 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
Book Drop-off at Guest Services Desk
March 12 – March 26
COST: FREE to Kidgits Club members
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INFO: Miami International Mall at (305) 593-1775
Families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for a membership fee of $5. Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits.