2020 festival program coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 program below “The Day of the Book Festival has grown from a neighborhood event to an
Programs
Magic, Music, Dragons, and Dinosaurs!
2020 festival program coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 program below “It’s an extraordinary thing to be able to do something you’re truly passionate about…something that connects
From Book to Plate: Food Talk with Jonathan Bardzik and Friends
2020 festival program coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 program below “With each book there was a guiding idea – simple, summer entertaining or fresh,
Poetry…The Sea Of Possibilities…with Festival Poet Laureate Nancy Naomi Carlson
2020 festival program coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 program below Like music, poetry conveys countless emotions: joy, anger, longing, for starters. It is,
Indie Writing & Publishing: Tips & Tricks, hosted by Andrew Gifford
2020 festival program coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 program below Join an exciting and eclectic group of authors, editors, and publishers for a deep dive into
KTown Rocks!
2020 festival program coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 program below Featuring…. the Rock-A-Sonics and The Nighthawks, on the KTown Rocks! Stage. Eli August and the Abandoned
Authors and Other Participants
Authors
2020 festival authors coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 authors below We honor the talent and tenacity of our authors and the
Publishers, Artists, and Vendors
2020 festival Publishers, Artists, and Vendors coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 Publishers, Artists, and Vendors below “Last year was our first year of touring, and
Organizations & Groups
2020 festival Organizations & Groups coming soon! ********************************************************************************* See below for 2019 festival “The Kensington Community is so fortunate to have its very own
Children’s & YA Authors
2020 festival authors coming soon! ************************************************************************************ 2019 authors below “For me, the funnest part of past festivals is teaching kids my How-To Cowboy tricks: playing
More Highlights!
Free Rare Book Evaluations
Performed by Dale A. Sorenson, Ph.D. Dr. Sorenson founded Waverly Auctions in 1978 and served as its President until 2004 when he sold the business
Chess Challenge!
Challenge the Chess Master! All ages and levels welcome! International Chess Master Allan Savage will simultaneously play six to eight games of chess at once!
Food Court
“A Moveable Feast” Food Court Food trucks to satisfy tummies of all sizes. Located at the train station at the east end of the festival.
Gala Crest Craft Fair
Armory Avenue comes alive with makers and crafters! In conjunction with Kensington Day of the Book Festival, Gala Artisan Jewelry & Gifts is proud to
Free Books from Bookcrossing!
BookCrossing members would like to share their passion for books and reading with you. How? By offering FREE used books to take home. Each book
Earthday Activities
The Town of Kensington Greenscape Committee and the Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church, Earth Care Team invite kids and adults alike for nature education activities including: Vermiculture demonstrations
2019 Partners and Sponsors
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Sponsorship levels are named for Kensington landmarks
"The Mansion"
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"The Armory"
"The Train Station"
"The Library"
Sponsorship levels are named for Kensington landmarks
"The Mansion"
Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn
"The Armory"
"The Train Station"
"The Library"
"The Cabin"
Kensington Natural Smiles
Adah Rose Gallery
Jahann and Sons Persian Rugs
Country Cupboard Tea Room
Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce
Strosniders Hardware
The Woman's Club of Kensington
Spring Bilingual Montessori Academy
Russia Online Bookstore, Inc
