Kitchigami Regional Library System to host virtual storytime with the Shaskans

060221.PEJ.KRLSShaskans.jpg — Author and illustrator team Stephen and Trisha Speed Shaskan will be leading an interactive event for the Kitchigami Regional Library reading program. Submitted Photo (June 2021)

By Travis G. Grimler

June 09, 2021 at 2:00 AM

Kitchigami Regional Library will host children’s author and illustrator duo Stephen and Trisha Speed Shaskan for the summer reading program. Events are at 10 a.m. Thursdays, June 17, July 1 and July 15.

Preschool and elementary kids will enjoy these free virtual presentations that promote literacy, art and music. The program lets kids create their own stories by having the author and illustrator of “Punk Skunks” prompt their audience to shout out whatever comes to mind.

Participate at home or with others at a local library to experience these live, online Zoom interactive events. Each session features different stories and songs for kids to enjoy

For more information about how to join, go to the KRLS Legacy Programs Facebook page @KRLSLegacy or contact your local library.

This free Legacy Program is funded by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

By Travis G. Grimler

Travis Grimler began work at the Echo Journal Jan. 2 of 2013 while the publication was still split in two as the Pine River Journal and Lake Country Echo. He is a full time reporter/photographer/videographer for the paper and operates primarily out of the northern stretch of the coverage area (Hackensack to Jenkins).

Kitchigami Regional Library System to host virtual storytime with the Shaskans

Interactive program will promote art and literacy