Maine Celebration of Reading
On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, we look forward to gathering with friends and supporters for a very special Centennial Celebration of Reading at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre. Featuring an outstanding lineup of authors and guests, this event will raise support for the Barbara Bush Foundation’s nationwide literacy programs.
Between June 8-10, there will be a number of special events in honor of Barbara Bush’s 100th birthday in the Kennebunkport area. See the current schedule below.
SUNDAY, JUNE 8
7:00 AM | Celebratory Dog Walk
Gooch’s Beach
Hosted by the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust
12:00 PM | Kennebunkport Town Birthday Party
Ganny’s Garden
Hosted by the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust
MONDAY, JUNE 9
5:00 PM | Private Cocktail Reception
Walker’s Point
Hosted by Doro Bush Koch and the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy
*Maine Celebration of Reading Platinum Level Sponsors and Above
TUESDAY, JUNE 10
5:30 PM | Maine Celebration of Reading
Vinegar Hill Music Theatre
Hosted by the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy
*Registration Required
Preliminary Schedule as of 3/13/25. Updates and details to come.
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In honor of our founder’s 100th birthday, we look forward to gathering with friends and supporters in five cities to celebrate Barbara Bush’s extraordinary legacy of literacy and reaffirm our shared commitment to carrying on the work that she began.