Light A Candle for Literacy Parade and Children’s Book Festival

The Light A Candle for Literacy Parade and Children’s Book Festival will begin with a celebratory procession, followed by a festival designed to promote literacy and community. The event will feature local children’s book authors and illustrators including award-winning children’s book illustrator London Ladd and live performances and a special appearance by Disney’s Princess Tiana. A variety of engaging activities for children of all ages will be available, in addition to free book giveaways. The parade begins at Beauchamp Library, 2111 S. Salina St., and marches to Brighton Academy Middle School (formerly Danforth at 309 W. Brighton Ave.) where the festival will take place. The parade route is West on Colvin Street, left on Midland Avenue and then right on West Lafayette Avenue. This event is free and open to the public.