Rooted in Reading
Date & Time
Sunday, April 19, 2026
APR 19, 2026
Location
Denver, CO
Price
Not specified
About This Event
Free family program hosted by the Gardens' Helen Fowler Library that includes activities from Museo de las Americas, Environmental Learning for Kids and Art Garage. Local authors and illustrators Jolene Gutierrez, Brittany Cicchese, Carmela LaVigna Coyle and Cathy Morrison will be on hand for signings. Their books will be available for purchase at the event. Other activities include coloring sheets, “Rooted in Reading” coloring bookmarks, free “Get Outside” kits (while supplies last), readings in the Helen Fowler Library for kids, a balloon artist and a special showing of the film “Amache Rose” featuring Jolene Gutierrez who will speak about her new inspiring and powerful picture book [cowritten by Minoru (Min) Tonai] “Unbreakable.” Best suited for ages 6-12 and their adults. Takes place in the Gardens' Freyer - Newman Center atrium. Free! Access to the Gardens and art galleries requires admission.