Popular children’s author Kallie George will spark your child’s imagination at the 2016 Children’s Arts Festival.
She will be leading a special presentation for kids that will empower them to read and write their own stories and create a mythical creature inspired by her books.
Children will be able to meet George, as well as spend quality time creating with their parents, as parent participation is also encouraged.
The 8th annual Children’s Arts Festival is presented by Lansdowne Centre and takes place on BC Family Day, Monday, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate.
“I am thrilled to be part of the Richmond Children’s Festival this year,” said George.
“When I was young, I was blessed to have parents and a community that nurtured my creativity. It is events such as the Children’s Arts Festival, which do that for today’s youth. It is so important for children to find creative ways to express themselves, something that they enjoy doing and that can become a future hobby or even a career” said George.
“I am excited to meet all the children coming to the festival and hope to inspire and help children create and share stories of their own. And I am sure I will be inspired myself by the magical week to come!”
George is from Vancouver and holds a Masters of Children’s Literature from the University of British Columbia.
Her chapter book series, the Magical Animal Adoption Agency was nominated for the 2016 Silver Birch Express Award.
The presentation is for children five to eight years.The times are: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Seating for the presentation is limited and pass holders will be given first priority.
For more information, go online to ChildrensArtsFestival.ca.
