ASSEMBLYMEMBER JOE COTO
23RD DISTRICT ASSEMBLY DISTRICT

For Immediate Release: May 9, 2007  
Contact: Lorraine Guerin
Phone: (408)277-1220
Helping Families to Develop Good Habits

Assemblymember Joe Coto and the San José Hillview Public Library branch are inviting families to join them for a Cinco de Mayo Family Celebration event this weekend.  The day’s events include: story time, performances by Los Mestizos Folklorico dancers, refreshments, crafts, games, piñatas, free books and other give-aways.

WHAT:

Chinese American Literacy Event

WHEN:

Saturday, May 12, 2007 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

WHERE:

San José Public Library Berryessa Branch,
3355 Noble Ave , San Jose

Assemblymember Coto will be giving away free books and reading during Story Time.  “We cannot emphasize enough, the significance of good reading skills. They are critical for success in school and life.  We need to take every opportunity to reinforce their importance and work with our children to develop their abilities,” said Coto, a former educator.  This event is intended to bring families to the library for a fun day with the goal of making reading and trips to the library a habit.

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