40,000 Books Will Be Given Away At Bolingbrook High School Event

BOLINGBROOK, IL — Over 40,000 books will be given out for free at an upcoming family literacy festival at Bolingbrook High School on May 11.

The festival, hosted by Valley View Council AFT 604, will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 11 at Bolingbrook High School's fieldhouse.

According to the District, the event is part of a nationwide partnership between the American Federation of Teachers and First Book. In addition to the available free books, there will be family activities including snacks and giveaways, photo opportunities, and performances by some VVSD student groups.

Books are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and parents and guardians are welcome to choose up to ten books per child, with a 30 book per family limit. Educators and school staff members may choose up to 30 free books for their classroom.