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so that all children can discover the wonder of books through Noyes Children’s Library.
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New Noyes StoryWalk® to Showcase a Classic Train Tale
Kensington, MD – The Noyes Children’s Library Foundation presents the 90th anniversary edition of The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper, with new illustrations by Dan Santat, as the eighth free Noyes StoryWalk®. Families are invited to read the book on posted signs as they stroll through Reinhardt Park (10400 Armory Ave., Kensington, MD). The Little Engine That Could Noyes StoryWalk® will run from Sept. 10 to Oct. 10, 2021.
Piper’s classic tale of persistence is fitting for these pandemic times, and the train theme continues to delight people of all ages. During the first weekend of the Noyes StoryWalk®, visitors can also check out the popular Kensington Train Show, which features model trains and more. The Train Show, less than a block from Reinhardt Park, will be open for visitors on Sept. 11 and 12, 2021, at Kensington Town Hall (3710 Mitchell St., Kensington MD). More info on the train show, including admission prices, is at kensingtontrainshow.com.
StoryWalk® is a registered trademark of Anne Ferguson.
StoryWalk® is an innovative way for children and families to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Past Noyes StoryWalks® have included: The Mitten, by Jan Brett, displayed on store windows in Kensington; The Snowy Day, by Ezra Jack Keats, displayed at Kensington's Warner Circle Park in both English and Spanish; Kamala and Maya's Big Idea, by Meena Harris, displayed at Clum-Kennedy Park in Kensington; Rainbow Weaver by Linda Marshall, displayed at Capitol View-Homewood Park in Kensington, MD; Cecily Cicada by Kita Helmetag Murdock and Patsy Helmetag, displayed at Clum-Kennedy Park in Kensington, MD; and 10 Hidden Heroes by Mark Shriver, presented at Warner Circle Park in Kensington; and ¡Olinguito!, but Lulu Delacre, at Wheaton Local Park in Wheaton, MD. StoryWalk® is a registered trademark of Anne Ferguson. Read all about the StoryWalk® movement
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Make MORE Noyes!
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The Make MORE Noyes Renovation Campaign is a major capital project that will transform the historic one-room Noyes Children's Library into three accessible floors, expanding both its space and its early literacy mission. |
When the Make MORE Noyes project is completed, Noyes will feature a library for young children on the original main level, a flexible program space on the new lower level, and staff and training space on the upper level. All floors will be accessible through an external elevator and will welcome patrons of all abilities with universal design features. The three-story expansion honors the building's original footprint, and enables Noyes to continue to serve the public as a library, as it has since 1893.
Most importantly, the expanded Noyes Children's Library will house the Jan Jablonski Early Literacy Training Center to create, model and export best-practice early literacy training. At a time when books, literacy and language are more important than ever, Noyes will serve a critical need throughout the Washington, DC region and beyond.
Make MORE Noyes is being funded by a unique partnership between the Noyes Children's Library Foundation and Montgomery County, MD. The Foundation has committed to raising $1.6 million, with Montgomery County funding the balance of the project.
Most importantly, the expanded Noyes Children's Library will house the Jan Jablonski Early Literacy Training Center to create, model and export best-practice early literacy training. At a time when books, literacy and language are more important than ever, Noyes will serve a critical need throughout the Washington, DC region and beyond.
Make MORE Noyes is being funded by a unique partnership between the Noyes Children's Library Foundation and Montgomery County, MD. The Foundation has committed to raising $1.6 million, with Montgomery County funding the balance of the project.
The Foundation has raised just over $800K - half of our commitment! We need to raise $800,000 NOW and get on with Making MORE Noyes. Donate today, and spread the word!
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Great Reasons for Making MORE Noyes . . .1. Check out our newsletter for great information about The Secret Power of the Children's Book, and about Children's Books that Include Characters with Disabilities. |
