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SUMMARY:Meet Paddington Bear illustrator R.W. Alley at the Ogunquit Library!
DESCRIPTION:Meet Paddington Bear illustrator R.W. Alley at the Ogunquit Library! \nThe Village Toy Funatic is thrilled to partner with the Ogunquit Library to host a very special storytime and book signing with the one and only R.W. Alley—acclaimed author\, illustrator\, and the beloved artist behind the Paddington Bear books.Join us at the beautiful Ogunquit Library\, one of Maine’s most charming coastal libraries\, for a fun-filled family event featuring a live reading of R.W.’s newest picture book\, Construction Crews Build Big!\, an interactive drawing demonstration where you’ll see how his illustrations come to life\, and a book signing following the program. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity for young readers\, aspiring artists\, Paddington fans\, and families to meet an award-winning creator whose books have delighted children for generations.\nWhether you’re fascinated by construction vehicles\, love picture books\, or simply want to spend a memorable morning with one of children’s literature’s most celebrated illustrators\, this is an event you won’t want to miss! \nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026\n10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nOgunquit Library\n166 Shore Road\nOgunquit\, Maine \nA little history about the Paddington Series……On October 13\, 1958\, Michael Bond published the first book about our favorite bear\, A Bear Called Paddington. The novel was inspired by a stuffed bear Bond rescued from a department store shelf on Christmas Eve\, and it took all of ten days to write.  RW Alley has been been drawing Paddington since 1997. Today\, Paddington boasts an international following with some 70 titles translated into 30 languages\, with 30 million copies sold. \nAbout Breezy Valley\nThe busy animals of Breezy Valley are back—this time helping build a brand-new town library! From preparing the site and pouring the foundation to framing\, wiring\, painting\, and finishing touches\, young readers get an exciting\, behind-the-scenes look at how a building comes together.\nFilled with trucks\, tools\, hardworking crews\, detailed illustrations\, and fascinating facts\, Construction Crews Build Big! is perfect for children ages 3–6 and anyone fascinated by construction. \nBooks will be available for purchase and signing at the event.\nPut on your hard hat and join us for a morning of stories\, creativity\, and fun! \nAll books will also be available to pre-order via phone or in store by filling out a form with the personalization information of each book purchased. Pre-order before your trip to Ogunquit and it will be waiting for you when you arrive! 207-646-7728 Call the store for more information. Can’t make it…we can ship your signed books to you! \nBooks available for pre-order \nPaddington \nPaddingtons Christmas \nPaddington at the Beach \nPaddington treasury \nFirefighters to the rescue \nHospital Heroes save the Day \nConstruction Crews Build Big \nBooks will also be available for purchase and signing at the event.\nPut on your hard hat and join us for a morning of stories\, creativity\, and fun!
URL:https://villagetoyfunatic.com/event/meet-paddington-bear-illustrator-r-w-alley-at-the-ogunquit-library/
LOCATION:ogunquit library\, 166 Shore Road\, Ogunquit\, ME\, 03907\, United States
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