Read to Grow Featured in CTInsider Story on Early Childhood Literacy
Photo via Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media Read to Grow was recently featured in a CTInsider article exploring the importance of reading aloud to young children and the challenges many Connecticut families face in making storytime part of their daily routines. The article highlights findings from a new statewide survey showing that while most parents recognize the value of reading with their children, barriers such as limited time and access to books can make it difficult for many families. Read to Grow is recognized for helping bridge that gap by providing free books to families across Connecticut—especially through our Books for Babies program, which reaches nearly every birthing hospital in the state. Executive Director Suzannah Holsenbeck also shared why reading from birth is so important, emphasizing that reading, talking, and singing to babies support healthy brain development and lay the foundation for lifelong literacy. She also stressed the importance of giving children access to books that reflect their interests, helping them develop a genuine love of reading. We’re grateful to CTInsider for highlighting the importance of early literacy and the work being done across Connecticut to ensure every child has the opportunity to grow up with books. We encourage you to click here and read the full article to learn more about the survey findings and hear from literacy experts across the state.
Celebrating Community Support for A Night for the Books
Photo via 06608 Dan Woog Read to Grow’s annual fundraising gala, A Night for the Books, returns to the Westport Library in just over a month on May 7, 2026—and we’re grateful to be welcomed back by the wonderful Westport community. On March 20, Westport’s own Dan Woog—journalist, author, and community advocate—featured Read to Grow’s upcoming event on his local news blog, 06880, which highlights important stories from in and around Westport. To read the full blog post on the 06608 blog page, click the link below. To purchase tickets to the gala or sponsor the event, click here and become part of another magical evening celebrating the power of early literacy. https://06880danwoog.com/2026/03/20/roundup-craig-melvin-railroad-parking-cyber-threats/
Westport Welcomes Read to Grow Back for A Night for the Books
Photo via the Westport Journal Last month, Read to Grow announced that its annual fundraising gala, A Night for the Books, will make its grand return to the Westport Library on May 7, 2026. On March 16, the Westport Journal broke an exclusive story featuring exciting details about Read to Grow’s presence in Westport, highlights guests can look forward to at this year’s gala, and—most importantly—news about Books for Babies’ newest literacy resource: a board book titled Where Love Grows, which will be officially unveiled at the event. To read the Westport Journal’s full article, click the link below. To purchase tickets to the gala or sponsor the event, click here and become part of another magical evening celebrating the power of early literacy. https://westportjournal.com/community/read-to-grow-hosts-fundraiser-supporting-connecticut-families
Radio Spotlight: Hear About Read to Grow’s Mission in Action
Photo via Connoisseur Media On February 8, Read to Grow’s Executive Director, Suzannah Holsenbeck, joined John Voket on For the People for a radio interview. During their conversation, Suzannah shared insights into Read to Grow’s work across Connecticut and the children and families the organization serves. To learn more about the impact Read to Grow is making in early childhood education and literacy development, click the link below to listen to the full interview on Audioboom. http://audioboom.com/posts/8859079-read-to-grow
Read to Grow Books for Babies Launch in Greenwich
Photo by Tyler Landis On February 5, Read to Grow officially partnered with Greenwich Hospital to provide free books and early literacy resources to every newborn under their care. Watch exclusive footage from the launch ceremony, learn more about this exciting new partnership, and see how it’s helping parents support early language development, bonding, and a lifelong love of reading from day one. Click the link below to view the full News 12 Connecticut feature. https://connecticut.news12.com/greenwich-hospital-and-read-to-grow-partner-for-literacy-project-to-help-babies-develop
