Books in Bloom Festival Returns to the Merriweather Post Pavilion

Come one, come all to the third annual Books in Bloom book festival taking place on Sunday, June 2nd, 11:00am – 4:00pm, at the iconic Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia. This year, Books in Bloom returns with an incredible lineup of award-winning authors. This festival is free and open to the public, with activities to entertain the whole family.
Families can enjoy story time, balloon animals, face painting, glitter tattoos, a puppet show, and interactive outdoor games. A lineup of can’t-miss readings and panel discussions include:

• Critically-acclaimed young adult author Kathy MacMillan, will read from her newest book Dagger and Coin;
• DMV-native and young adult author Carmen Rodrigues, will read from her latest novel The Universal Laws of Marco;
• Esteemed chefs Kwame Onwuachi, James Beard award winner and author of Notes from a Young Black Chef: A Memoir and Edward Lee, author of Buttermilk Graffiti: A Chef’s Journey to Discover America’s New Melting-Pot Cuisine will be in conversation;
• Debut novelist Angie Kim will read from her bestselling book Miracle Creek
• And many more!

Register for this free event on the Books In Bloom Eventbrite page

This event is sponsored by the DTC Partnership, Howard Hughes and Downtown Columbia Arts and Culture.