ALTOONA, Pa. — The annual African American Read-in at Penn State Altoona will take place on Monday, Feb. 24. This year’s theme is Young Readers.
Events kick off with the “Monday Marathon,” an open mic event held in the Titelman Study of the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., various readings and presentations will take place celebrating African American writers and literature aimed at children and young adults. Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to drop in throughout the day to participate or listen.
Those planning to participate are encouraged to sign up for a time slot online. Participants may bring something of their own choosing or select from a variety of books that will be available at the event. They also will receive a free T-shirt with the 2025 Read-In logo on it.