Storybook Gala
We took a journey “Around the World with Madeline” on Friday, November 10th at Minute Maid Park’s Union Station for the 8th Annual Storybook Gala. This “party with a purpose” was hosted by the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation’s Young Professionals Group, with proceeds supporting high-quality childhood literacy programs for underserved children across Houston.
Storybook Gala Co-Chairs
Grace & Tom Gosnell
Courtney & Zac Harmon
Victoria Villarreal
Childhood Literacy Impact Award
We are proud and excited to honor Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with the 2023 Childhood Literacy Impact Award during the Storybook Gala. For the past decade, HLSR has made an extraordinary, unwavering commitment to empowering underserved children across Houston with access to high-quality programs and resources they need to become strong readers. Initiatives such as Reading Roundup, Read Houston Read, and the Curiosity Cruisers are just a few examples of what has been made possible with support from HLSR.
Live Entertainment by Drywater Band
The Drywater Band's high-energy live show is dance focused, and covers a wide variety of genres including Top 40, Country, Pop, R &B, Latin, and Rock from 50's to current. The band encourages audience participation and engages the audience with lots of dance floor interaction.
Storybook Gala Over the Years
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Power of Literacy Luncheon
Join us for the 9th Annual Power of Literacy Luncheon on Friday, October 25, 2024, at The Post Oak Hotel in Uptown Houston. We are honored to feature actress and New York Times bestselling author Kimberly Williams-Paisley as our distinguished keynote speaker.
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A Celebration of Reading
This year we are celebrating the 30th anniversary of our signature event, A Celebration of Reading, scheduled to be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. More information regarding the author lineup and other events details to come. Please use the following link to learn more about how we are gearing up for the momentous occasion.