Read to Succeed invites families to free reading events this May

April 23, 2026  

Arkansas TV invites families to story time, offers family literacy resources

CONWAY, Ark. (Arkansas TV) — Arkansas TV will host free, fun reading events in May and continue through August as part of Read to Succeed, an initiative to provide literacy resources and encourage family engagement through educational activities. The first May event will be held Saturday, May 2, in Mountainburg. 

Events are scheduled for the following cities and dates in May: 

  • Mountainburg – Mountainburg Public Library, 225 Highway 71 NW, Saturday, May 2, at 11 a.m.
  • Dumas – Boys and Girls Club of Dumas, 101 Court St., Sunday, May 12, at 5:30 p.m.

Each community event is open to the public and will include a free meal and story time, followed by a discussion and activity. For a full list of event locations throughout the state, visit arkansastv.gov/events

Families who attend will receive an Arkansas TV literacy resource bag – including a book, family engagement activities, a journal and a snack bag to take home. Spanish versions of materials will be provided as needed.  

Read to Succeed is made possible by the Joan R. and Charles M. Taylor II Memorial Endowment Fund. These and other upcoming events can be found at arkansastv.gov/events.  

About Arkansas TV 
Arkansas TV, Arkansas’s only statewide public television network, informs and inspires learners of all ages through local storytelling, educational resources and meaningful community partnerships. Local programs can be livestreamed at arkansastv.gov/live and accessed on demand at youtube.com/@arkansastv, and the distinct channels Arkansas TV and AIRS on SAP. Arkansas TV depends on the generosity of Arkansans and the State of Arkansas to continue offering locally produced, Arkansas-focused programming. Additional information is available at arkansastv.gov. Arkansas TV is broadcast on KETS (Little Rock), KEMV (Mountain View), KETG (Arkadelphia), KAFT (Fayetteville), KTEJ (Jonesboro), KETZ (El Dorado), KETS (Russellville), KETS (Forrest City), KETS (Yancy) and KETS (Gaither).  

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