“Oh, the places you’ll go” when you delve into a classic Dr. Seuss book. Join the Santa Clarita Public Library in celebration of national Read Across America Day as your favorite library branch brings to life the stories of one of the world’s most beloved children’s authors, Theodore Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss.

In honor of Dr. Seuss’ acclaimed work, each location will feature a series of activities designed to inspire imagination, creativity and curiosity, as well as select readings of his famous books The Lorax, Horton Hears A Who, The Cat in the Hat, and many more.

Dr. Seuss themed activities and story times will be hosted at all three library branches as follows:

* Canyon Country on Saturday, March 1, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

* Old Town Newhall on Monday, March 3, 2014 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

* Valencia Library on Saturday, March 8, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program designed to encourage communities to celebrate reading. This year’s event takes place on March 2, 2014, which is also the birthday of Dr. Seuss.

All programs are free and open to the public. Participating branches include: Valencia Library, located at 23743 W. Valencia Boulevard: Jo Anne Darcy Canyon Country Library, located at 18601 Soledad Canyon Boulevard; and Old Town Newhall Library, located at 24500 Main Street.

For more information about these events, please visit SantaClaritaLibrary.com.