Calling all boys! Who says it’s not cool to read?!

 

Research shows that boys’ recreational reading time during the ‘tween and teen years doesn’t keep pace with girls’. As a result, their skills and comprehension can lag. To combat the problem, Alfred G. Waters is playing host to “Real Men Read 2,” a night of male-bonding and fun designed to celebrate the importance of reading for young men of all ages.

 

Organized by Appoquinimink’s Library Media Specialists, the evening features appearances by local celebrities from the world of sports, music, law enforcement and other “macho” careers, who pay tribute to the fact that no matter where you go in life, or what you do, reading is important!

 

The list of special events includes a keynote address by Ed Okonowicz. Okonowicz—voted Best Local Book Author in 2005 in Delaware Today—is known for his chilling tales and fascinating ghost legends drawn from oral histories of the region, as well as his suspenseful mystery series set in the DelMarVa peninsula. For more on our other guests, see the attached flier.

 

What:

Real Men Read, a district-wide event celebrating its 2nd anniversary

 

When:

Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010

 

Time:

6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.

 

Where:

1235 Cedar Lane Road, Middletown, DE 19709

 

Who:

Activities for all grades are planned.

 

Special:  

--Students will receive a FREE gift just for being part of our event

--“Real Men Read” tee shirts will be available for $8 or 2/$15

--Bring your gently used books for Read Aloud Delaware

Last year, more than 350 families attended the event. This year, help us reach our goal of 500! Please forward this message to your friends and family with an invitation to attend the event.

 

FOR MORE, read the attached flier.

 

Our thanks to our School PTAs, PTOs, libraries for underwriting this important event!