Neighbor News
Atlanta Fair celebrates reading with Reading for Rides Day, March 12
Fair launches educational program to inspire reading for fun (and rides)!
Calling all book worms! The Atlanta Fair is pleased to introduce its Reading for Rides program as part of this year’s educational entertainment lineup. In an effort to improve literacy and instill a love of reading in young students, Reading for Rides will challenge children to read for a chance to win free admission at the Atlanta Fair!
Children ages 2 -11 are encouraged to complete a book report for each book read to show participation. By completing just one report, a reader is guaranteed to receive a Blue Ribbon, which grants free admission on Reading for Rides Day on Saturday, March 12!
WHAT: Atlanta Fair Reading for Rides Day
Find out what's happening in East Atlantafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
WHEN: Saturday, March 12
1 – 5 p.m.
Find out what's happening in East Atlantafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
WHERE: Atlanta Fair
Turner Field – Grey Lot
655 Central Ave SW
Atlanta, GA 30315
*Located on MARTA rail and bus lines
HOW: Participating students must complete a book report for each book read. Book reports may be downloaded and filled out by visitingbit.ly/1QpQ5if.
After completing a report, please visit eventbee.com/v/atlantafair2016 using the promo code READ to receive free gate admission.
*All entries must have an adult over the age of 18 approve the entry form. Participates must present a printed copy of the book report in addition to a fair ticket before 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 12 to receive free entry.
About Atlanta Fair
For over 25 years, the Atlanta Fair has been bringing the thrills, excitement and sounds of the Midway to Georgia residents. What was once only a dream of three carnival-loving brothers from Southeastern Kentucky has blossomed in to one of the largest inner city Fairs that the Southeastern United States has to offer. The fair operates Monday- Thursday from 5-10 p.m., Friday 5-11 p.m., Saturday noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday, 1-11 p.m. Admission for children between the ages of 2-11 is $1 and ages 12 and up are $5 Monday-Sunday and $8 after 6 p.m. on Saturday.
For more information, please visit the Atlanta Fair online at www.atlantafair.com.
Check out the Atlanta Fair on Facebook and Twitter.
###