November 10, 2009
Maine Festival of the Book 2010 to Be Held in April
PORTLAND, Maine - The fourth annual Maine Festival of the Book will be held in Portland April 9-11, 2010. Most events are free and open to the public. For more information go to www.mainereads.org.
The Maine Festival of the Book is presented by the literacy nonprofit Maine Reads and is chaired by First Lady of Maine Karen M. Baldacci.
The festival's goal is to encourage a dialogue between authors and readers through programs that feature readings, performances, parties and panel discussions. With the exception of Opening Night on April 9, events are free and designed to appeal to a broad range of ages and interests.
Dedicated to the fight for a more literate Maine, Maine Reads provides meaningful programs that teach reading, encourage literacy, and celebrate Maine's rich literary heritage.
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