Wee Write Family Day is back at The Mitchell Library on Saturday 9 November.
Celebrating a decade of our much-loved Children’s Book Festival, Wee Write Family Day 2024 continues to enthral, delight and capture the imagination of countless children in Glasgow and beyond.
As we celebrate our 10th birthday, we invite you to join us on another unforgettable journey through the pages of your favourite books with enchanting stories, thrilling adventures and captivating characters.
Whether you are a seasoned bookworm or just at the beginning of your reading and literary journey, we have something for everyone to enjoy in this special 10th birthday festival edition.
So, what are you waiting for? We have a wide range of free and ticketed events for book lovers of all ages. Come join us and enjoy a magical day celebrating the joy of books and storytelling with lots of fun interactive workshops and activities.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Where possible we will update our listings to notify of cancelled, postponed and rescheduled events, however we STRONGLY ADVISE that you check with the venue/organiser in the first instance for updates.
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