School District To Host ‘South Brunswick Reads Night’ Jan. 31

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ – The South Brunswick School district will be hosting the “South Brunswick Reads Night” on Jan. 31 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the high school.

“Reading as a community offers a way to come together to appreciate each other’s differences and to find the connections that unite us. When thoughtfully selected, reading aloud from a picture book, sharing a graphic novel, or enjoying an award-winning title can build literacy, while increasing a sense of equity and belonging in readers of all ages,” according to the website.

“Reading as a town can increase our awareness and understanding of ourselves and our neighbors.”

This year’s theme is ‘Belonging’.

The focus would be to read books that expand the notion of home to include friends, family, and neighbors.

It also aims to develop empathy and create a fair and just society where all are welcome

“In our schools, we will celebrate this theme by reading titles that highlight belonging, and then center activities around this idea. The public library will also celebrate this theme with book lists and events,” the school website said.

The event will include read-alouds, a visit from a local author, along with snacks and cocoa for all guests.

To register for the event, click here.

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