America's most-loved founding father will be appearing in mid-January at your local Santa Rosa County Library. In a fast-paced, interactive performance, children will learn the secrets of one of the world's best and most famous readers, Benjamin Franklin, as he discusses his life and achievements and explains how to improve reading habits.

The program will take place on Thursday, January 11 at 4 p.m. at Navarre Library and at 6 p.m. at Gulf Breeze Library.

Children become part of the program as Ben challenges them to remember everything he says--and rewards them when they do! "The Magic of Reading with Ben Franklin" is a world-class program designed to entertain children and inspire them to acquire a love reading that will last forever. The program concludes with a reenactment of a scientific experiment Ben actually performed.

Dr. Rich Davis has performed in character and dress as Benjamin Franklin for the past 13 years. He presented nearly 200 performances at schools and libraries in 2005- 2006.

Visit the Santa Rosa County Library System web site at www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries

to register for a library card, use our online e-resources, learn about upcoming library programs, and to see a list of all libraries and hours. The Santa Rosa County Library System is a department of the SRC Board of County Commissioners. Libraries are located in Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, and Navarre with the Pace library opening in March 2007. For further information, contact Linda Hendrix, Santa Rosa County Library System Director.

Upcoming Schedule

¦ Tuesday, January 9: Preschool Story Time Navarre-10:30 a.m.

¦ Thursday, January 11: Preschool Story Time Gulf Breeze-10:30 a.m.

¦ Monday, January 15: Libraries closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

¦ Tuesday, January 16: Preschool Story Time Navarre-10:30 a.m.

¦ Thursday, January 18: Preschool Story Time Gulf Breeze-10:30 a.m.