WOUB's The Great American Read Kick-Off Event!

Learn about The Great American Read on PBS and get a copy of the top 100 book list before it is revealed on national television. A screening will allow guests to get a sneak peek at the premiere episode.WOUB production crew will be in attendance to record IDs (“You’re listening to WOUB and my favorite book is...”) and testimonials…..Your chance to be heard!Free giveaways and refreshments.The Great American Read is sponsored locally by The Hocking Valley Bank.Designed to spark a national conversation about reading, literacy and the books that have inspired, moved and shaped us, THE GREAT AMERICAN READ is an eight part PBS series and nationwide competition that explores the joy of books and the power of reading through the lens of America’s 100 best-loved books, as voted on by the public. Premieres Tues May 22 on WOUB-TV at 8:00 p.m.pbs.org/greatamericanread*** Please bring one of your favorite books to donate to WOUB! We will be sharing your book donations with food banks and other area non-profits to help spread the joy of reading! ***