Media Advisory: Let Utah Read Annual Read-in at the Capitol on Friday, February 13
February 11, 2026 12:00 pm
WHAT
Read-in at the Capitol
WHEN
Friday, February 13 at 3:30pm
WHERE
The Utah State Capitol Rotunda
WHO
The free event is sponsored by the Let Utah Read coalition in partnership with EveryLibrary, PEN America, Penguin Random House, ACLU of Utah, the Utah Library Association, and the National Booksellers Association.
Speakers include:
- Abdi Nazemian, Keynote Author Speaker “Like a Love Story”
- Utah State Representative John Arthur
- Jason M. Groth, Legal Director for the ACLU of Utah
- McKenzie Compton, Student Speaker
- Cal Crosby, Owner, King’s English Bookshop/CEO, Brain Food Books
WHY
The annual read-in was launched four years ago because taking books off shelves cost our kids the chance to see themselves, build empathy, and find belonging. Reading together is an act of resistance.
HOW
From 3-3:30pm, Aaron Welcher will be on site to facilitate interviews with speakers, Let Utah Read organizers, and community members. If you want to schedule an interview in advance, please reach out to Aaron at 317-376-0468 or [email protected].
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