Classic Children’s Tales Come to Life during Storybook Festival

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 16, 2014) — Children will dive into classic storybooks like The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Charlotte’s Web during A Cat’s Tale Storybook Festival on Oct. 17 and 18 at the University of Kentucky Arboretum.

As they walk around the scenic Arboretum, children will engage in fun games, arts and crafts, and other activities at storybook-themed stations. During the first annual festival, children can also listen to a storyteller and have their books signed by local children’s authors. Many books will be available for purchase during the festival. Children are invited to come out in costume and collect free treats during the festival.

A Cat’s Tale will be open to the public from 2 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 17. On Oct. 18, the festival is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $5 per child, and children younger than 2 are free.  

All proceeds from the event will support Child Advocacy Today, an alliance of medical and legal professionals who work to improve child welfare in Kentucky by addressing the social and environment determinants of health. The organization, which partners with Kentucky Children’s Hospital, provides assistance to income-eligible families confronted with issues affecting the health of children.

For more information about A Cat’s Tale, visit www.childadvocacytoday.org.