Thank you for making our 22nd annual Storybook Gala a tremendous success!
The event was held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the stunning ARIA Resort & Casino. Guests watched and enjoyed as we brought to life the sights and sounds of this year’s storybook classic – Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. Guests enjoyed an amazing three-course meal, along with entertainment, a live auction, and opportunities to support the life-changing mission of Spread the Word Nevada.
Enjoy the following highlights from the event.
Where the Wild Things Are read by students of Beckley Elementary School’s Books & Buddies program.
A welcome message from Founder Laurie Hartig and CEO and Co-Founder Lisa Habighorst.
A year-in-review with our CEO and Co-Founder Lisa Habighorst and our Board Chair Chad Leavitt.
Meet some of our Readers in Training families who were honored during our Legacy of Literacy segment.
A special performance by Vocalocity.
