Looking for a "just right" family activity this weekend? Pack up your library cards and head over to The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier for their highly anticipated annual BookFest on Saturday, May 16, 2026. This year, there is a very special surprise in store that you won’t want to miss!
🎭 Special Performance by Tri-Cities Opera
The highlight of this year’s event is a child-friendly performance of The Three Bears by the Tri-Cities Opera. Forget what you think you know about this classic fairy tale—this reimagined sequel explores the forest from a new perspective.
Follow Goldilocks, a lonely girl searching for a place to belong, as she encounters three bears who aren't too thrilled about their uninvited guest! This interactive performance tackles big themes like compassion, safety, and belonging in a way that is engaging and imaginative for all ages.
Performance Time: 1:00PM
Location: The Discovery Center's Theater
📚 Fun in the Museum and Story Garden
Celebrate reading from 10:00AM – 2:00PM with a variety of hands-on activities:
- 🎨 Crafts & Activities: Hosted by the Four County Library System and other local community organizations.
- 📖 The Book Exchange: Bring a book, take a book! It’s the perfect time to refresh your bedtime story collection.
- 🏠 The Three Bears' House: Be sure to visit the actual Three Bears' House located in the Story Garden to play along with the story!
Admission is FREE!
(With a Library Card or Discovery Center Membership)
In the spirit of celebrating literacy, admission to BookFest is FREE if you present your library card!
- Discovery Center Members: Admission is always free.
- Don't have a library card? No problem! Librarians will be on-site at the event to sign you up for a card right then and there.
📅 Event Details at a Glance
| When: | Saturday, May 16, 2026 |
| Time: | 10:00AM – 2:00PM |
| Where: | 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY |
| Cost: | Free with library card / membership |
Gather the kids and come celebrate the joy of books, music, and community!
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