Duluth Library Foundation

🚨 T-MINUS 5 DAYS, Duluth! 🚨

One of the most celebrated children’s authors in the country is coming to Duluth — and this is your sign to grab a free ticket now.

On Wednesday, May 20, National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Mac Barnett takes the stage at Mitchell Auditorium for a one-night-only event all about the joy, wonder, humor, and magic of picture books.

And, yes. Adults, this is for you too.

If you’ve ever read a picture book out loud and watched a kid completely lock in… this night is going to change the way you think about storytelling.

If you’re a parent, teacher, librarian, caregiver, aunt, uncle, grandparent, or just someone who loves a really good story, come see why Duluth was selected as one of only FIVE stops on this nationwide tour.

🖍 Expect laughter.
📚 Expect live read-alouds.
🎤 Expect to leave inspired.
👀 Expect your kids to start critiquing your reading voices on the drive home.

The event is FREE, open to all ages, and runs from 6–7 p.m. with a book signing afterward

🎟 Tickets are free, but registration is strongly encouraged:
Reserve your spot here: https://duluthlibraryfoundation.org/event/behold-the-picture-book-lets-celebrate-stories-we-can-feel-hear-and-see/

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Here's the scoop: National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Mac Barnett is coming to DULUTH on MAY 20.

Don’t miss your chance to visit with Mac at Mitchell Auditorium as he shares his passion for picture books! Get your tickets for this FREE event at the link in comments!