Area children look forward to this event for quite some time. Each child leaves with at least one book since a fundraiser held in March at Stair Galleries ensures that money is raised to give each child attending the festival a token to pick out a favorite book from the author of their choice.
Over 70 authors and illustrators come from all over to share their creativity with the community through their books and portfolios. The festival draws over 2,000 visitors each year, and some I had the chance to speak to were coming from Syracuse, Hyde Park and Saugerties for the first time. The event is as exciting for adults as it is for children, with many adults starting their holiday shopping here.
The Elks Club generously hosts us every year for a breakfast before the event with volunteers working the breakfast and throughout the day at the festival itself.
The authors and the community of Hudson are grateful to everyone who makes this event possible.
