Wheaton Reads 2015 Features Wheaton World Tour, Author Visit, and More

Wheaton Public Library is proud to announce its third annual community-wide reading event, Wheaton Reads, and featured book, The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henríquez. Throughout the month of September, WPL is celebrating diversity and multiculturalism with programs for all ages, a Wheaton World Tour festival, and a special visit from the featured book’s author, Cristina Henríquez. For complete list of programs, click here.

The Wheaton World Tour will be held Sunday, September 13 from 1-4pm outside on the library’s West Plaza and in Adams Park. This free international festival will celebrate the diversity and cultures of the City of Wheaton with an afternoon of music, crafts, storytelling, dance and more for all ages. Sponsored by City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission, Wheaton Public Library, and Wheaton Park District.

Featuring entertainment by:

• Unaccompanied Minors, Glenbard South’s Mixed A Capella Group – 1:15-1:45pm
• Turkish Folk Dance Group – 2-2:15pm
• The Daydream – 2:30-3pm
• Community School of the Arts Ensemble – 3:30-4pm

Browse the World Tour tents to find demonstrations, activities, and unique items for sale.

Featuring tents from: Downtown Wheaton Association, WPL Children’s Department, Wheaton Sister City Commission, People’s Resource Center, Next Yoga, Community School of the Arts, Re:new Project, Community Relations Commission, and more.

Refreshments available for purchase from Sunset Slush and Friends of WPL.