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The image features a colorful logo with a stylized illustration of a book and key and the text %22The Great Literacy Adventure%22 against a vibrant background.

The Great Literacy Adventure

Sponsored by the Sonoma County Office of Education in partnership with Northern California Public Media

Sonoma County children and families are invited to The Great Literacy Adventure, a free, countywide celebration of reading and learning rooted in the Sonoma County Literacy Promise. 

This joyous, daylong event at NorCal Public Media brings together families, community partners, and dynamic literacy advocates — from beloved PBS characters to nationally recognized authors — for a joyful, inclusive literacy experience with more than 15 activities for children. Literacy Promise partners will be on hand to connect families with resources and tips for promoting reading at home.

REGISTER FOR THE GREAT LITERACY ADVENTURE

Event Details

When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, April 11
Where: Northern California Public Media, 311 Professional Center Drive, Rohnert Park
Who: Families with children, educators, and community partners from Sonoma County
Cost: Free, but registration is encouraged to help plan the event
Parking: Free at the nearby Kaiser Permanente building, 5900 State Farm Drive

REGISTER FOR THE GREAT LITERACY ADVENTURE

Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Amie Carter stands in front of a group of young students seated on the floor in a colorful and organized classroom setting, with various educational materials and displays.

Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Amie Carter, the Sonoma County Office of Education, and NorCal Public Media are proud to sponsor and host the Great Literacy Adventure from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at NorCal Public Media in Rohnert Park.

A colorful and whimsical map depicts landmarks and attractions in a tropical setting, with the %22Golden Chest of Books%22 as the central feature.

At the Great Literacy Adventure, children can participate in a quest for the Great Scholastic Book treasure chest, taking home a free book while supplies last.

A young person wearing a white coat and pink dress stands in front of a green screen backdrop in a studio or production setting.

At the Great Literacy Adventure on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Rohnert Park, families can participate in the "green screen experience," and appear in scenes with PBS Kids characters.

A group of people, including two adults and two children, posing together in front of a colorful and whimsical background featuring cartoon-like elements.

At the Great Literacy Adventure on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Rohnert Park, families can participate in the "green screen experience," and appear in scenes with PBS Kids characters.

A smiling man wearing a straw hat and a polka dot shirt stands against a plain white background.

Matthew Gollub, nationally known bilingual children's book author, will read live at the Great Literacy Adventure on Saturday, April 11. His books include the award-winning "Jazz Fly" series.

A smiling woman with curly black hair stands in front of a blurred background of pink flowers.

Marissa McGee, author of "Free the Curls," will read at The Great Literacy Adventure on Saturday, April 11, at NorCal Public Media.

A red fire truck with the American flag design on its front, parked in front of a beige building against a clear blue sky.

A fire engine and crew from the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety Fire will be at The Great Literacy Adventure.

Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Amie Carter, a woman with blonde hair wearing a black blazer and pink blouse stands in front of a blurred background.

Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Amie Carter will read at The Great Literacy Adventure.

A woman and a young girl pose in front of a colorful backdrop featuring the PBS Kids logo and characters.

The Great Literacy Adventure on Saturday, April 11, at NorCal Public Media will feature beloved PBS Kids characters.

The logo for Northern California Public Media

NorCal Public Media is a partner and host of The Great Literacy Adventure on Saturday, April 11, in Rohnert Park. Beloved PBS characters Buddy the Dinosaur and Carl the Collector will appear at the event.

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Event Highlights

Some of the highlights being planned include:

  • Buddy the Dinosaur and Carl the Collector from PBS Kids
  • Otto the Otter from the Sonoma County Library
  • Literacy Quest for the Great Scholastic Book treasure chest (free books while supplies last)
  • Live storytimes with special guest readers
  • Book signings by authors including Matthew Gollub and Marissa McGee
  • “On air” and “green screen” experiences in the KRCB studios make children the stars of radio- and video-style segments
  • Visit a firetruck and crew from Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety Fire
  • Food available for purchase from local food trucks Sol Azteca, World Famous Corndogs, and Kona Ice
  • Engaging literacy experiences hosted by the Sonoma County Literacy Promise partners
  • And so much more!

Sonoma County Literacy Partners

SCOE and NorCal Public Media are proud partners, along with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, Early Learning Institute, First 5 Sonoma County, 4 Cs Sonoma County, Kid Scoop News, K3I, Made in Santa Rosa Education Foundation, Petaluma Blacks for Community Development, Read On, Sonoma!, Sonoma CAN, the Child Parenting Institute, the Child Care Planning Council of Sonoma County, 4Cs Sonoma County, and Sonoma County Libraries, California Poets in the Schools

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Questions

If you have questions about the Great Literacy Adventure, please contact SCOE Project Coordinator Jenn Del Rosario at jdelrosario@scoe.org or 707-524-2627.