Bubble Bus, Pout-Pout Fish And Tattoos: Summer Reading Kickoff Party

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — Pout-Pout Fish isn't a bad guy, once you get to know him, but you can find out for yourself on Saturday.

The New Rochelle Public Library is collaborating with the New Rochelle Downtown Business Improvement District to launch the "Oceans of Possibilities" Summer Reading Challenge with a kickoff party this Saturday, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Ruby Dee Park on Library Green.

The morning will be filled with a mix of fun activities for children and teens. Children up to age 12 will be able to sign up to participate in the summer reading challenge, which is an incentive game that encourages children to keep reading all summer. All those who sign up will receive a goody bag, a summer reading game board and a free book.

The Bubble Bus will be on-site to delight children of all ages with bursts of bubbles and lively music. The Pout-Pout Fish will be visiting for fun photo ops and sparkly tattoos will be available for everyone. Children will also get the chance to make a sea creature craft to take home with them.

The kickoff party is free and made possible with support from the Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library and the New Rochelle Downtown Business Improvement District. Registration is requested and can be done here.

The New Rochelle Public Library is located at 1 Library Plaza. Learn more at nrpl.org.