Schedule of Events
Saturday, April 1
7:30 PM
An Evening with Janice Ian
LOCATION: Mount Dora Community Building
Spend an evening enjoying the beautiful music of Janice Ian, beloved song writer, musician, and singer.
Hosted by W.T. Bland Public Library
10:00 AM
Festival of Reading Opening Event
LOCATION: Wooton Park, Downtown Tavares
Kick off the 3rd Annual Festival of Reading with a day full of authors, activities, stage performances, music, and more!
Hosted by Tavares Public Library
9:30 AM
Umatilla Quilt Show
LOCATION: Umatilla Public Library
Library exhibition of unique works by students and local artists.
Hosted by Umatilla Public Library
Sunday, April 2
2:00 PM
Portrayal of William Bartram
LOCATION: Leesburg Public Library
JD Sutton portrays Colonial-era naturalist, William Bartram.
Hosted by Leesburg Public Library
2:00 PM
Ballet Folkorico: Puerto Rican Dancers
LOCATION: Tavares Civic Center
The legends, traditions, and customs of Puerto Rico are brought to life through amazing colorful costumes, song, dance, and music.Funded in part by the Florida Humanaities Council.
Hosted by Tavares Public Library
2:00 PM
The Book Tarts
LOCATION: W.T. Bland Public Library
The Book Tarts, authors Susan McBride, Sarah Strohmeyer, and Nancy Martin, will hold and exciting look at the mysteries of the writing life.
Free but tickets required and available at W.T. Bland Public Library
Hosted by W.T. Bland Public Library
Monday, April 3
2:00 PM
A Deadly Tea
LOCATION: W.T. Bland Public Library
Featuring a panel from the Mystery Writers of America including authors Michael Lister, Lynn Wallace, Terry Lewis, Mary Anna Evans, and Wendy Howell Mills. Refreshments are complimentary.
Hosted by W.T. Bland Public Library
5:30 PM
Coffeehouse Caper
LOCATION: Tavares Civic Center
Featuring Susan McBride, author of the Debutante Dropout Mysteries.
Hosted by Tavares Public Library
7:00 PM
Monday Night Murders
LOCATION: Fruitland Park Library
Featuring Nancy Martin, author of the Blackbird Sisters Mystery Series. Refreshments will be served.
Hosted by Fruitland Park Library
4:00 PM
Author Appearance: Kristin Renner
LOCATION: Paisley County Library
Meet the author of our young adults Lake County Reads book, Quest of the Century for a Book discussion and signings.
Hosted by Paisley County Library
Tuesday, April 4
7:00 PM
Author Appearance: Kristin Renner
LOCATION: East Lake County Library
Come meet the author of our young adults Lake County Reads! book, Quest of the Century. Book sales and signing.
Hosted by East Lake County Library
11:00 AM
Latin Fiesta
LOCATION: Tavares Public Library
Latin Fiesta for children with bilingual story, songs, refreshments and a Pinata full of goodies.
Hosted by Tavares Public Library
11:15 AM
Music Together with Jon Sarta
LOCATION: Cooper Memorial Library
Children from infant through preschool age are invited to join us as Jon Sarta presents a free Music Together class at the library.
Hosted by Cooper Memorial Library
10:00 AM
Women of Mystery
LOCATION: Fruitland Park Library
Join us for coffee with 3 mystery writers in the Women of Mystery film.This is the first film to celebrate the writers who started a literary revolution and, in the process, captured readers' imagination around the world.
Hosted by Fruitland Park Library
10:00 AM
Local Authors Day
LOCATION: Umatilla Public Library
Meet neighbors and friends who are displaying their published works.
Hosted by Umatilla Public Library
2:00 PM
Florida History Author Bob Grenier
LOCATION: Lake County Historical Museum, 317 W Main St., Tavares
Author Bob Grenier will speak about his book Florida's Forgotten Pioneer: The Gallant Captain Melton Haynes. Book sales and signings. Reception to follow.
Hosted by Tavares Public Library
6:30 PM
Author Appearance: Robert Gandt
LCOATION: Paisly County Library
Author Robert Gandt will be speaking on his works at the Paisley Library.
Hosted by Paisley County Library
2:30 PM
Kindermusik Preview Class
LOCATION: Citrus Ridge County Library
Presented by Erin Guiltner, licensed Kindermusik instructor. Kindermusik is the world's leading music and movement class for young children.
Hosted by Cagan Crossings Community Library
Wednesday, April 5
3:00 PM
Lake County Fire Rescue visits the Library!
LOCATION: Citrus Ridge County Library
Lake County Fire Rescue will visit the library with their fire truck, laugh with a clown, and get free goodies!
Hosted by Cagan Crossings Community Library
3:30 PM
Greyhound Rescue
LOCATION: Leesburg Public Library
Greyhound Pets of America will be a the library with their greyhounds. Children can share stories with the dogs and learn about how to help these elegant creatures.
Hosted by Leesburg Public Library
12:00 PM
Lunch discussion of The Grail Conspiracy
LOCATION: Leesburg Public Library
Bring lunch and join in a dicussion of the Lake County Reads! book The Grail Consipiracy.
Hosted by Leesburg Public Library
2:30 PM
Author Appearance: Mark Newhouse
LOCATION: Paisley County Library
This Lake County Reads! author will be at the library. Free signed copies of a Rockhound Science Mystery will be given to children in attendance.
Hosted by Paisley County Library
3:45 PM
American Girls Club with Nanette L. Avery
LOCATION: W.T. Bland Public Library
Featuring young adult author of historical fiction, Sixty Jars in Pioneer Town. Public welcome!
Hosted by W.T. Bland Public Library
10:30 AM
Preschool Storytime with Special Guests
LOCATION: Fruitland Park Library
Fruitland Park Mayor Christopher Bell and County Commissioner Jennifer Hill will read special stories for you. Reception to follow.
Hosted by Fruitland Park Library
2:00 PM
Author Appearance: Sandra Wallus Sammons
LOCATION: Lake County Historical Museum, 317 W Main St., Tavares
Award-winning Florida history author Sandra Wallus Sammons will speak about her work. Book sales and signings. Reception to follow.
Hosted by Tavares Public Library
3:00 PM
Latin Fiesta
LOCATION: Tavares Public Library
The Library will hosting a Latin Fiesta for children. Stories, snackss, crafts, and a PINATA full of goodies!
Hosted by Tavares Public Library
7:00 PM
Poetry Night
LOCATION: East Lake County Library
Feature winners from annual poetry contest and other local poets
Hosted by East Lake County Library
Thursday, April 6
11:30 AM
Book Talk with Kristin Renner
LOCATION: Oak Park Middle School
Come for the Brown Bag Book Talk with the author of our young adult Lake County Reads! book, Quest of the Century. Book signing.
Hosted by Leesburg Public Library
6:30 PM
Adult Book Discussion Group
LOCATION: Astor County Library
Join us and members of your community to discuss The Grail Conspriacy. Refreshments will be served.
Hosted by Astor County Library
6:30 PM
Poetry Café
LOCATION: Lady Lake Public Library
Bring your favorite poem and share while you enjoy coffee.
Hosted by Lady Lake Public Library
7:30 PM
Poetry Café
LOCATION: Marion Baysinger Memorial Library
Bring your favorite poem and share or just enjoy.
Hosted by Marion Baysinger Memorial Library
6:30 PM
Teen Book Discussion
LOCATION: Astor County Library
Young adults have the opportunity to join in a book discussion of Quest of the Century by Kristin Renner.
Hosted by Astor County Library
11:00 AM
Storytime with Lake County Fire Resuce
LOCATION: Citrus Ridge County Library
Today's storytime will be extra special when Lake County Fire Resuce presents our program!
Hosted by Cagan Crossings Community Library
Friday, April 7
1:00 PM
Poetry Under the Oaks
LOCATION: Under the oaks of the WT Bland Public Library
Poets from Central Florida and Beyond join host Warner Brown beneath the oak trees. Bring a poem or just listen.
Hosted by W.T. Bland Public Library
Saturday, April 8
2:00 PM
Writer's Reception
LOCATION: W. T. Bland Public Library
Presentation of award to winners of the 8th Annual Writer's Contest.
Hosted by W.T. Bland Public Library
10:00 AM
Bluegrass Festival
LOCATION: East Lake County Library
Featuring Pat McLaughlin with the Blackwater Creek Band, Down Home Cloggers, Hugh Bass, Sunshine Gospel Travelers, Ken Skeens with Leigh Goldsmith, Russell Scram on Hammer Dulcimer and others!
Face painting for kids by Happy Faces of Orlando as well as the Friends' annual Spring Book and Bake Sale, Community Yard Sale.
Hosted by East Lake County Library
12:00 PM
Sandy Simmons Poetry Café
LOCATION: Cooper Memorial Library
Hosted by Sandy Simmons. Open mike for local authors to read their works.
Hosted by Cooper Memorial Library
6:30 PM
An Evening of Mystery with Lynn Sholes and Joe Moore
LOCATION: Venetian Gardens, Community Building
Dine with the Authors of acclaimed novel, The Grail Conspiracy, in this evening of Mystery.
Tickets at $30. Available at the Leesburg Public Library.
Hosted by Leesburg Public Library
10:00 AM
CSI Writes with author Marshall Freank
LOCATION: W.T. Bland Public Library
Author Marshall Frank describes his 30 years of law enforcement experiences as how they inspire his novels.
Hosted by W.T. Bland Public Library
1:00 PM
Sembrando Raices
LOCATION: Marion Baysinger Memorial Library
A dazzling performance by Sembrando Raices, a group of talented Puerto Rican folk dancers.
Hosted by Marion Baysinger Memorial Library