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The Storyteller
Storyteller Dylan Pritchett will offer storytelling performances and work with students to create their own stories. Ongoing from March 22 to March 24. J.T. Henley Middle School.

Woodbrook Elementary Celebrates the Book
Woodbrook Elementary School A week's worth of book-related activities. Ongoing from March 22-26.

12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Mary E. Lyons
Author Mary E. Lyons is the guest of St. Anne's-Belfield seventh graders. St. Anne's-Belfield

8:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Ned Bittinger: Illustrator Visit
Illustrator Ned Bittinger, author of Rocking Horse Christmas, talks about the process of illustrating books. Guests please call Barbara Edwards at 804-973-3865. Broadus Wood Elementary School.

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The Storyteller
See “The Storyteller,” March 22, 9 a.m. J.T. Henley Middle School.

9:30 - 10 a.m.

Fairytale Storytime
Teacher Edith Fisher, dressed as Snow White, shares fairytales with children ages 3-5 years old. Bright Beginnings Preschool, 635-B Hillsdale Drive, Church of the Incarnation. Open to the public.

11 a.m. - 12 Noon

Hey Look At Me!
Bestselling author/publisher Merry Thomasson presents her bestselling pre-school book series. Bring your child and your lunch! St. Anne's-Belfield Lower School Convocation Center. Open to the public.

12:45 p.m.

Louder!
James Scott, the Loud Poetry Guy, reads and performs poetry and works with students in grades 3, 4, and 5. Hollymead Elementary School.

1:30 p.m.

Louder!
See “Louder,” 12:45 p.m. Grades K, 1, 2. Hollymead Elementary School.

2:00 p.m.

Virginia Ghosts
A presentation of the unusual psychic phenomena in the Commonwealth, including historic houses and persons. Call 804-823-4314 for information. Western Albemarle High School. Open to the public.

7 p.m.

Poetry and Prose: A Middle School Student Reading
Area middle school students read their original works. Sponsored by the Village School. For information call 804-984-4404. Congregation Beth Israel. Open to the public.

Louder!
See “Louder,” 12:45 p.m. Call 804-973-8301 for information. Hollymead Elementary. Open to the public.

An Evening of Storytelling
Storytelling for the entire family with master storyteller Jim Weiss. Sponsored by Free Union Country School. Call 804-978-1700 for information. Location and time to be announced. Open to the public.

Virginia Ghosts
See "Virginia Ghosts," 2 p.m. Crozet Branch Public Library. Open to the public.

8:30 a.m.

Literature Comes Alive with Jim Weiss
Master storyteller and recording artist Jim Weiss brings his classical stories to life. Venable School.

The Loud Poetry Guy!
James Scott, the Loud Poetry Guy, will perform his poetry in a school-wide assembly. Crozet Elementary School.

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The Storyteller
See “The Storyteller,” Monday, March 22, 9 a.m.. J.T. Henley Middle School.

9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Sharing a Good Read
Faculty members read selections from their favorite literary works and Creative Writing students read their original compositions. Accompanied by student book talks and an exhibit of favorite young adult books. Ongoing from March 24-25. Media Center, Monticello High School.

9:30 a.m.

Ghost Story: The Masters of Terror
Dramatic presentations bring to life the works of Poe, Lovecraft, Wells, and other masters of the macabre. Guests call Mrs. Howard 804-295-5101. Burley Middle School Auditorium.

Let Them Speak: Unheard Voices From Our Past
Author Muriel Miller Branch talks about the writing process and presents slides from her books. Walton Middle School. Guests please call Clover Taylor 804-977-5615.

9:45 a.m.

The Loud Poetry Guy!
See “The Loud Poetry Guy,” 8:30 a.m. Crozet Elementary School.

10 a.m.

Literature Comes Alive with Jim Weiss
See “Literature Comes Alive with Jim Weiss,” 8:30 a.m. Jefferson Preschool.

12 noon-3 p.m.

Folk Music
Folk Musician Pete Vigour shares music from literature throughout the afternoon. Free Union Country School.

4 p.m.

Stories About Forests and Trees
Participatory stories for children of all ages. Come play with us! For information call 804-982-4605. The Museum of Natural History, 104 Emmet Street. Open to the public.

6:30 p.m.

Reading Escapades Through the Grades
Tour Cale’s classrooms to see literature based classroom projects, culminating in a presentation by master storyteller Jim Weiss. Call 804-293-2067 for more information. Paul H. Cale Elementary School. Open to the public.

7 p.m.

In Their Own Words: A Reading of Poetry and Prose by High School Students
Area high school students read selections of original writings. McIntire Room, Central Library. Open to the public.

The Loud Poetry Guy!
See “The Loud Poetry Guy!” 8:30 a.m. Call 804-823-4800 for information. Crozet Elementary School. Open to the public.

8:15

Author Visit with Christine San José
Author Christine San José talks about the writing process with the students at Broadus Wood Elementary. Guests please call Barbara Edwards at 804-973-3865. Media Center, Broadus Wood Elementary School.

8:45 a.m.

Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller
Third graders will experience an interactive storytelling program based on African and African American stories, music, games, and riddles. Jackson Via Elementary School.

9 a.m.

Across the Line
Author Carolyn Reeder talks about her books to fourth graders. Followed by a Civil War Luncheon. Booksigning at 12 noon in the Convocation Center lobby. Call 804-295-0106 for information. St. Anne’s-Belfield Lower School. Booksigning open to the public.

9 - 11 a.m.

Jim Weiss Presents
Master Storyteller Jim Weiss visits Stony Point. Stony Point Elementary.

9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Sharing a Good Read
See “Sharing a Good Read” March 24, 9:15 a.m. Media Center, Monticello High School.

9:45 a.m.

Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller
See “Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller” 8:45 a.m. Clark Elementary School.

Author Visit with Kimberly Johnson
Kimberly Johnson, author of the Itty Bitty Frog, talks with students about writing. Guests please call 804-978-1700 for information. Free Union Country School

10 a.m.

Pamela Duncan Edwards and Henry Cole
The author and illustrator team talks with students about writing and illustrating children’s books. Charlottesville Catholic School.

10:45 a.m.

Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller
See “Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller” 8:45 a.m.. Johnson Elementary School.

11:30 a.m.

Pamela Duncan Edwards and Henry Cole
See “Pamela Duncan Edwards and Henry Cole” 10:00 a.m. Virginia L. Murray Elementary School.

12:30 p.m.

Storytime with Christine San José
Author and storyteller Christine San José presents to 2nd graders. Stony Point Elementary.

12:45 p.m.

Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller
See “Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller” 8:45 a.m. Burley Moran Elementary School.

Author Visit with Kimberly Johnson
See “Author Visit with Kimberly Johnson” 9:45 a.m. Time to be announced. Stony Point Elementary School.

1 p.m.

Captain Kate
Author Carolyn Reeder talks with fifth and sixth graders about her new book, Captain Kate. The Village School.

Tales of the Strange and Wonderful
Storytelling for 10-12 year olds by Carolyn Bond. The Covenant School. Limited free tickets available. Call 804-979-2796.

1:30 p.m.

Pamela Duncan Edwards and Henry Cole
See “Pamela Duncan Edwards and Henry Cole” 10:00 a.m. Hollymead Elementary School.

1:45 p.m.

Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller
See “Dylan Pritchett: The Storyteller” 8:45 a.m. Greenbriar Elementary School.

D.E.A.R. Science Books
In conjunction with Science Fair Week, all activity throughout Stone-Robinson Elementary School will cease and everyone will read science books for 20 minutes. Stone-Robinson Elementary School.

4:00 p.m.

Ellen Bee: A Scrapbook Novel of the Civil War
Authors Mary E. Lyons and Muriel Branch will discuss and show slides from their forthcoming book for young readers. Virginia Foundation for the Humanities, 145 Ednam Drive. Open to the public.

6:30 p.m.

An Animal Orchestra
A showing of the documentary film “Animal Musicians” followed by stories, poetry, and music about the sounds animals make. Presented by the Scottsville Branch Library staff. Call 804-286-3541 for information. Open to the public. Scottsville Library.

7 p.m.

Seen and Heard: Teenagers Talk About Their Lives
A talk and discussion with author Mary Motley Kalergis. Call 804-295-0106 for information. St. Anne’s-Belfield Lower School. Open to the public.

Henley Expo
J.T. Henley Middle School students present writings, commentaries, poetry,and other projects accompanied by choral and band performances and featuring storyteller Dylan Pritchett. Call 804-823-4393 for information. J.T. Henley Middle School. Open to the public.

Dancing at Lughnasa
Tandem Players present Brian Friel's Dancing at Lughnasa, a poignant memoir about five sisters and the impact of modern times on their family ties. Tandem Friends School Community Hall. Admission charge. Limited amount of free tickets available for Festival-goers. Call for 804-296-1303 for tickets or reservations.

8:30 a.m.

Poetry Pizzazz with Arlene Carter-Pounds
“The Sugar Lady” will read her poetry and hold a poetry workshop to help students develop their own poetry. Buford Middle School.

9:30 - 10 a.m.

Fairytales, Fables, and Nursery Rhymes from Around the World
An interactive story time for ages 3-5 years old by pre-K teacher Kim Basile Wood with fingerplays, stories, flannel boards, and songs from around the world. Bright Beginnings Preschool, 3401 Worth Crossing, Forest Lakes. Open to the public.

10 a.m.

Intergenerational Interview
Fifth and sixth graders interview elders on their lives, from JABA's CARE center. Sponsored by the Jefferson Area Board for Aging. Jefferson Area Board for Aging (JABA), 674 Hillsdale Drive, Suite 9

Poetry Pizzazz with Arlene Carter-Pounds
See “Poetry Pizzazz with Arlene Carter-Pounds” 8:30 a.m. Walker Upper Elementary School.

10:30 a.m.

Who Am I
Mr. Hancock’s Class lll bring their favorite characters to life. St. Anne’s-Belfield Lower School Auditorium.

1 p.m.

Poetry Pizzazz with Arlene Carter-Pounds
See “Poetry Pizzazz with Arlene Carter-Pounds” 8:30 a.m. Charlottesville High School.

Magic, Mischief, and Mirth
Storytelling for 6-9 year olds by Carolyn Bond. The Covenant School. Limited free tickets available. Call 804-979-2796.

A Liar and a Snoop
Children's author Jane Cutler discusses with creative writing students the world of publishing and being a writer. Charlottesville High School.

Living in the Story
Author/storyteller/performer Morgan Simone Delao and illustrator Frank Riccio make a story come alive. St. Anne's Lower School Auditorium.

4 p.m.

The Floating Bridge of Heaven
A troupe of young actors from LiveArts will perform an original theater piece that illuminates traditional and contemporary aspects of Japanese culture using folktales. With Mecca Burns and Jacqui Dempsey Cohen. Ages 3 & up. Free with admission to the Museum. Sponsored by the Virginia Discovery Museum. Call 804-977-1025 for information. Virginia Discovery Museum.

5 - 7 p.m.

Seen and Heard
Photographer/author Mary Motley Kalergis moderates a discussion with some of the teens featured in her book Seen and Heard. Student members of the cast from Live Arts Theatre Training Ensemble House (LATTE) dramatize works they have written about their own experiences. Sponsored by the Mental Health Association. Live Arts Lab Theatre.

7 p.m.

Coffeehouse
Dramatic readings by Miller School students. Call 804-823-4805 for information. Miller School Chapel. Open to the public.

8 p.m.

Dancing at Lughnasa
See "Dancing at Lughnasa," 7 p.m. Thursday, March 25

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SATURDAY STORY FEST: Motheread and Fatheread Day
Storytellers, authors, book crafts, and fun for the whole family with authors, storytellers, and performers Connie Porter, Dylan Pritchett, Christine San José, Elizabeth Fitzgerald Howard, Mr. Alex-Zan, and Festival organizers. (See Motheread Day page). Sponsored by Harris Teeter Corporation. Terrace Room, Charlottesville Ice Park. Open to the public.

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

4th Annual Kid’s Book Swap
Book Exchange for kids-bring a book and trade! Call 804-977-3313 for more information. Oakley’s Gently Used Books, York Place. Open to the public.

10 a.m.

How to Make a Book
Bookmaking with Josef Beery. McGuffey ABC, 108 Second Street SW. Open to the public.

Reading Rainbow
Esther Ready, producer of the PBS series READING RAINBOW, will discuss the process of selecting books and producing this popular television series that encourages reading. Winners of the READING RAINBOW Young Writers & Illustrators Contest will read their first-place stories. Sponsored by WHTJ-TV41/Charlottesville. Call 804-295-7671 for information. Live Arts Lab Theatre. Open to the public.

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Reading Celebration
Interactive workshops, crafts, student art display, creative dramatics, used book sale, and more for families. Stony Point Elementary School. Open to the public.

11 a.m.

Stories Alive! Those Tricky Tricksters: Creating An Art Environment for Story
Drama educator Jean Wilhelm and audience participants will create an imaginary environment for a trickster tale using recyclable materials and then become characters in the dramatic retelling of the tale. Children’s Room, Central Library. Open to the public.

12 noon

Jumping Into Stories
An interactive program with award-winning author/storyteller Morgan Simone Daleo. Sponsored by the Piedmont Council for the Arts. Northside Library. Open to the public.

2 p.m.

Out and About in Charlottesville
Author Susan Haas presents the new guide for families in the area, Family Field Guide to Charlottesville and Beyond: Great Outings with Children. Sponsored by Free Union Country School. Northside Library. Open to the public.

Eight Habits of the Heart
Clifton Taulbert offers a unique perspective on the critical issues of "Community Building" within our homes, within our schools, where we work, and where we play. Sponsored by Virginia Power. McIntire Room, Central Library. Open to the public.

2 - 4 p.m.

Sharing Stories: A Read-A-Thon
A variety of readers will share stories for the whole family. Children’s Room, Central Library. Open to the public.

8 p.m.

Dancing at Lughnasa
See "Dancing at Lughnasa," 7 p.m. Thursday, March 25

12 noon

See Dick and Jane Run
Tune in to WTJU 91.9 FM to join WTJU Kidn’ Kaboodle host Peter Jones and the third and fourth grade students from Free Union Country School as they read classic children’s books. Sponsored by Free Union Country School and WTJU. Call 804-978-1700 for information. Tune in to WTJU 91.9 FM.

2 - 3 p.m.

Mask, Mime, and Storytelling with Michael Cooper
Charlottesville Performing Arts Center. Admission Charge. Call 804-961-7862.

2:30 -4 p.m.

A Story Time in French
Martine Combemale, Sibylle Rotach-Hunt, Caroline Bertrand, and AndrÈe King present stories from French books and magazines, French folktales on flannel boards, and folksongs in French for children up to 12 years old. Sponsored by L'Alliance Française de Charlottesville, La Petite École, and Milan Press. Children's Room, Central Library.

7 p.m.

Dancing at Lughnasa
See "Dancing at Lughnasa," 7 p.m. Thursday, March 25