About this Event
FOLD Kids Book Fest presents incredible authors, enjoy book signings, and take part in reading, writing and performance-based activities at Gore Meadows Community Centre & Library. Events are free but registration is encouraged for workshops and special events with limited seating.
SAT, NOV 7
🕑: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Festival Book Fair
Info: Explore books by our FOLD Kids Book Fest authors from our Official In-Person Bookseller Another Story Bookshop.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Great Kickoff & Magic Show
Info: Kick off Community Day with the FOLD Team, FOLIO—our monster mascot—and a fun-filled magic show at Gore Meadows Community Centre. After the show, stick around and join us for our opening parade!
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
The Opening Storytime Parade
Info: Join the excitement of FOLD Kids Book Fest as family, friends, authors, and staff enjoy live music as they march through Gore Meadows Community Centre to kick off Community Day en route to our opening storytime at the library!
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Storytime Presentation - Samina Goes to a Wedding
Host: Farida Zaman
🕑: 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Built Like a Bug: Drop-In Art Workshop with PAMA
Info: As part of FOLD Kids Book Fest, kids of all ages are invited to drop in for a hands-on art workshop inspired by the book, Built Like A Bug by Anjali Joshi and Kathleen Ng. Participants will design their own spider web using string, popsicle sticks and beads! Great for hanging on your window to help birds avoid flying into the glass. Workshop closes 12:30-1:30pm for the animal show. Facilitated by the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Escape Room: A Spirit Service Adventure
Host: Basil Sylvester
Info: Escape the Library in a ghost-filled escape room inspired by the book, Spirit Service: Twice the Trouble. Created by Basil Sylvester and Kevin Sylvester, this thrilling adventure challenges students to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and race against time before the library doors lock for good! Designed for ages 8 - 13. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Storytime Presentation - Chicka Chicka Peep Peep
Host: Julien Chung
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
The Amazing Animal Show
Info: Get ready for The Amazing Animal Show, packed with incredible tricks, magic, hilarious comedy and plenty of surprises! Meet and interact with an exciting lineup of animals, from a striking Savannah cat to a curious bearded dragon. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Timeless Tales: Persian Painting Bookmarks with Aga Khan Museum
Info: Watch centuries-old art come to life in vivid colour and incredible detail! In this hands-on workshop with the Aga Khan Museum, kids will discover the beautiful techniques behind traditional Persian manuscripts, then use watercolour pencils to create a colourful bookmark of their own. Designed for ages 8–15. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Storytime Presentation - Beautiful, Black Boy
Host: Sophia Robinson
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Storytime Presentation - The Only Way to Make Bread
Host: Suharu Ogawa
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Draw with Ruth Ohi
Host: Ruth Ohi
Info: Using her books Blanket, Scribble and Fox and Squirrel, help Illustrator-in-Residence Ruth Ohi grow a story from a scribble in this interactive drawing demo, then get the chance to create your own! Designed for ages 6-12.
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Mixed Bag Mayhem: A Writing Workshop with Ripple Foundation
Info: Calling all budding writers ages 8–14! Join Ripple Foundation instructors for a creative writing workshop that explores what makes a great character and how strong character development can bring a story to life.
SUN, NOV 8
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Make a Scene: Creating a Picture Book with Julien Chung
Host: Julien Chung
Info: In this playful, hands-on workshop with author Julien Chung (Chicka Chicka Peep Peep), kids will create their own picture-book-style story, combining text and their own hand-drawn illustrations. Following the event, participants will have the opportunity to present their work on the Storyteller Stage! Ideal for children ages 6-8 years old. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Writing Ghost Stories with Sarena Nanua and Sasha Nanua
Host: Serena and Sasha Nanua
Info: Authors Sarena Nanua and Sasha Nanua lead kids through a spooky writing workshop inspired by their middle grade novel, Spirit Service: Twice the Trouble. Young writers will build a haunting setting, create a ghost with a goal, and imagine what happens when their main character comes face-to-face with the supernatural. Following the event, participants will have the opportunity to present their work on the Storyteller Stage! Ideal for children ages 8-12 years old. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Writing Spoken Word Poetry with Patrick de Belen
Host: Patrick De Belen
Info: Poet Patrick de Belen leads teens in a FOLD Kids Book Fest spoken word writing workshop, guiding them through the process of crafting a spoken word piece and offering helpful performance tips. Following the event, participants will have the opportunity to present their work on the Storyteller Stage! Ideal for youth ages 13-17 years old. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
The Final Show: Youth on The Storyteller Stage
Info: Take the stage and share your work! Participants from the writing workshops are invited to present their creations and experience what it’s like to be a FOLD Kids Book Fest author. Hosted by Patrick de Belen with an appearance from Folio, the FOLD Kids monster reader mascot!
Event venue & nearby stays
Gore Meadows Community Centre & Library, 10150 The Gore Road, Brampton, Canada
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