Oak Bay’s Parks, Recreation and Culture launches a new program for Family Literacy Week.
Tell Me a Story is a free program that aims to build community across all age groups – children, grandparents, seniors, families and neighbours.
“Whether you enjoy listening, looking at pictures or reading aloud, everyone loves a good story,” said Karen Manders, Acting Arts and Culture Programmer with Recreation Oak Bay. “Tell Me a Story is a simple program that not only encourages literacy, but also aims to encourage more multigenerational interaction in our community.”
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The event will be Saturday, Jan. 26 at the Monterey Recreation Centre. It starts at 10:30 a.m., beginning with a library storyteller. Then participants will move on to different story stations where they will have the options to read aloud or listen in small groups. In all, the event should last an hour.
“We especially encourage those who do not have younger or older people in their lives to join us for this program,” Manders said. “It’s free and who knows what connections or friendships can be made through trying something new.”
Although the event is free, registration is required. To do so, call the Monterey Centre at 250-370-7300. The event also has a webpage with online registration available.
Update, January 21: This story initially reported that there would be two sessions, January 23 and 26. The session scheduled for Wednesday, January 23 has been cancelled.
jesse.laufer@oakbaynews.com
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