๐ Free Books. Big Trucks. Family Fun.
Join us for United Read Connect, a free, family-friendly event designed to spark a love of reading and connect families to resources across Reno County.
Kids can choose free books to take home, explore Touch-a-Truck, enjoy hands-on activities from local community partners, and stick around for a free hot dog lunch. Itโs an easy, fun way to spend time togetherโand everything is completely free.
What to Expect
๐ Over 1,000 FREE Scholastic books for kids (while supplies last)
๐ Touch-a-Truck experience and Bouncy House
๐จ Interactive activities with local organizations
๐ญ Free hot dog lunch
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ A welcoming, come-and-go environment for families
Event Details
๐ Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
โฐ Time: 11:00AM - 1:00PM
๐ Location: DCI Park | 206 N Main Street, Hutchinson
๐ Free books for kids (while supplies last!)
๐จ Interactive activities from community partners
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Perfect for families with young children
Why It Matters
United Read Connect is about more than just a fun dayโitโs about helping kids build a love of reading and connecting families to resources right here in Reno County. When kids have books at home and families feel supported, our whole community benefits.
Know Before You Go
- No registration requiredโjust show up
- Books are first come, first served
- Designed especially for families with young children
- Stay for a few minutes or the whole time
Bring a Friend
Everything is better together. Invite another family and make a day of itโwe canโt wait to see you there.

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