# 5th Annual Words of Wonder Literary Festival

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 14 · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Where: Wendell Smith Elementary School, 744 E. 103rd St., Chicago, IL 60628
- Ages: All are welcome, bring the whole family
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Burst Into Books
- Official page: https://www.wowlitfest.com/
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

A South Side celebration of books for readers and writers of all ages, with storytelling by Black authors and illustrators, interactive literacy and art experiences, hands-on writing workshops, and story-inspired dance, music and drumming. Book vendors and community organizations fill a marketplace, and the whole family is welcome.

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