Three events are planned in the community to celebrate Family Literacy Day, according to literacy outreach coordinator Kerry Milner-Cairns.
The first of the three events will be a free drop-In Family Literacy Day toddler painting class on Monday, Jan. 27 from 11:15 am to 12 p.m.
The event will be held at the Community Resource Centre.
The second will be a free Senior’s Games Day on Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Evergreen Acres (144 Evergreen Place)
Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided for those taking part.
“All seniors in the community are invited to come, have some fun, socialize, and play all different kinds of games,” Milner-Cairns said.
Final even on the Family Literacy Day agenda will be a free “Let’s Build with Lego” event on Thursday, Jan. 30, from 2:45 p.m. to 4 p.m.
This will be held at Raft River Elementary for school aged children. Lego will be provided, along with juice and cookies. Participants must pre-register and there will be a maximum 12 participants
“This is a fun event where children can come and express their creativity with Lego!” said the literacy coordinator.
Please call 250-674-3530 for more information or to pre-register for events.