The Swiacki Children's Literature Festival at Framingham State University is an annual celebration of children's books featuring renowned authors and illustrators in the field. The event includes book signings, lectures and workshops sharing the latest developments in the craft.

Schedule of Events:

3:00 - 5:00 pm: Check-In

3:00 - 5:00 pm: Book Sale (1839 Room) [Pre-registration is not required.]

3:00 - 5:00 pm: Book Signing & Art Exhibit (Mazmanian Gallery) [Pre-registration is not required.]

4:30 - 5:30 pm: “What’s New in Children’s Literature?”

Hosted by Dr. Laura Hudock, coordinator of the M.Ed. in Literacy & Language program at Framingham State University, and Samantha Westall, Framingham State University Curriculum Librarian

5:45 - 6:45 pm: Dinner with Remarks by Nora Chan '16, Editor at Curriculum Associates

7:00 - 8:30 pm: The Mary Burns Memorial Lectures: Ekua Holmes & Dashka Slater

Date: November 2, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m.

Location:

McCarthy Center,
Framingham State University,
100 State Street,
Framingham, MA 01701.

Registration Fees:

Virtual Admission: $10.00
General Admission: $30.00
Purchase a Table for 8: $200
Framingham State and Simmons University Students: Free

Register Here

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