Rep. Moeller’s Reading by the River event is set for this Saturday afternoon at the local library. Read more in her release and come on out:

State Rep. Anna Moeller is stepping up this month to fight child abuse with reading and a day of activities for area youth.

Rep. Moeller, D-Elgin, is host for her annual Reading by the River child abuse awareness event, this Saturday, April 13, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Gail Borden Library Youth Center in Elgin.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month across the United States, and advocates have used this month for more than 40 years now for visits with state legislators, youth art contests and other proactive activities to help build healthy relationships and promote positive childhood experiences.

Rep. Moeller’s Reading by the River event will feature storytime at the Library offered in both English and Spanish. Amber Peters and Andrea Vargas from the Elgin Partnership for Early Learning will offer readings. Participants will be able to use a pinwheel craft station and coloring books, and receive a storybook to take home and enjoy.

Rep. Moeller said the event is important to help the community appreciate the struggles some in the community face from child abuse that can be preventable.

“Every child should be able to grow up in a safe, loving environment, but child abuse and neglect are painful reminders that too many children grow up in fear and pain,” Rep. Moeller said. “Our Reading by the River event helps youth build stronger relationships and understanding of what it means to grow up safe and free from that fear and pain. We hope everyone can come out and join us for a day of fellowship and education."

Questions or for more information, contact Rep. Moeller’s office: 847-841-7130, or staterepmoeller@gmail.com.