Ready to Meet the Book Worms & Athletes!

I am sure I would find you all smiling since Friday is finally here!

Tomorrow, I will be making a series of exciting appearances.

My first stop of the day will be at the Simon Kidgits Book Club Blast. I will be reading to a large group of children at this free event designed to show children the magic of reading and imagination. The children will meet with storytellers, engage in activities and participate in giveaways. I will be putting a strong focus on the importance of literacy, and giving back to the community with a book drive component.

As an avid reader myself, I want to emphasize the importance of reading. Reading is an activity that involves greater levels of concentration and adds to the conversational skills of the reader. It is an indulgence that enhances the knowledge acquired, consistently. The habit of reading also helps readers to decipher new words and phrases that they come across in everyday conversations. The habit can become a healthy addiction and adds to the information available on various topics. It helps us to stay in-touch with contemporary writers as well as those from the days of yore and makes us sensitive to global issues.

My second appearance of the day will be located in Winston-Salem for the 2010 Special Olympics of North Carolina Basketball & Cheerleading Event. More than 1000 athletes, 500 coaches, 500 family members, and 350 volunteers will convene in Jacksonville and Winston-Salem March 6 for the 2010 Special Olympics North Carolina Basketball & Cheerleading Eastern and Western Tournaments. Athletes from across the state will compete in basketball individual skills, three-on-three and five-on-five team play as well as cheerleading. Best of luck to all of the athletes competing tomorrow!