Block Out Time to Read at ImaginOn’s Summer Reading Festival!

Saturday, June 28 | 1:00–4:00 PM

This summer, we’re building something unforgettable—ImaginOn’s Summer Reading Festival, celebrating the new “Block Out Time to Read” Summer Reading program! Whether you're a bookworm, a budding artist, a gamer, or just looking for a cool way to kick off summer, join us on Saturday, June 28 from 1:00–4:00 PM for a block party full of books, fun, and creativity.

Thanks to generous support from the Grant Williams Family Foundation and the Charlotte Hornets, we’re stacking the schedule with high-energy events and hands-on fun to help readers of all ages jumpstart their summer goals. Grant Williams, a Charlotte native and NBA standout known for his academic and athletic excellence, will be here to inspire the next generation of readers in his hometown!

 

Event Schedule:
 
1:00–3:00 PM
Hornets Book Bus – Front Sidewalk
 
1:00–4:00 PM
Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos – Balcony
Scavenger Hunt – Building-wide
Chalk Art – Front Sidewalk
Summer Reading Sign-Ups + Incentives – Round
Bookmark & Beach Crafts – Spangler Children’s Area
Basketball Crafts & Games – Tech Central
Nintendo Switch Gaming – Tech Central
Teen DJ (Do Greater CLT) – Teen Loft
Henna Artist – Teen Loft
Teen Arts & Crafts – Teen Loft
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte Raffle Table – Front Lobby
Local Vendors & Food Trucks – Front Sidewalk
 
1:30–3:30 PM
Hugo the Hornet Meet & Greet – Spangler Children’s Area
 
2:00–2:30 PM
Grant Williams Photo Opportunity – Tech Central
 
2:00–2:50 PM
Sigmon Theatrical: Color Circus – McColl Theatre
 
2:50–3:10 PM
Grant Williams Family Foundation + Hornets Sponsorship Remarks – McColl Theatre
 
3:30–4:00 PM
Grant Williams Photo Opportunity – Tech Central
 
 

Whether you're signing up for Summer Reading, picking up your first incentive, or just stopping by to build some awesome memories, ImaginOn is the place to block out time for reading and fun. This festival is free, open to all ages, and packed with something for every builder of imagination.

Mark your calendar. Stack up the stories. And Block Out Time to Read with us!