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April 24-26, 2026

Word of South

Word of South Literacy Lane 2026

Literacy Lane at Word of South is a celebration of words and music for young readers. This year, Literacy Lane features 9 Community Partner Organizations providing hands-on children’s activities. Come and join us Saturday, April 25, for stories, interactive fun, and a visit with the Leon County Schools STEAM Bus!

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM:

  • Ongoing activities
  • Leon County Schools STEAM Bus
  • Children’s Book readings will occur every half hour by local celebrity readers

Featured Authors

11:15 AM
Author Ace Robertson, Battling Mr. Bossy

11:45 AM
Leon County Schools reading, Good Morning Tallahassee

12:15 PM  
Author Shonda Knight, My Omnilife

12:45 PM  
Author David Gillespie, Foo Flocky Doo to the Rescue

1:15 PM  
Author Mary Paramore, Atlas the Trucker Dog

Literacy Lane Sponsors:

Funding for this program was provided through a grant from Florida Humanities with funds from the Jacarlene Foundation. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or the Jacarlene Foundation.

Community Partner Organizations: