# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Apr, 2027 at 07:30 am – Sat, 17 Apr, 2027 at 02:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Professional conference for child care professionals. K-8 Newspapers in Education Workshop.About this EventEarly childhood education professionals from all around Texas conven once annually in this "out-of-this-world" event! The morning starts with breakfast, vendors, and a keynote speaker followed by your choice of breakout sessions. Enjoy lunchtime keynote presenter Tom Wilbeck of Tom's Fun Band. Learn more at www.TomsFunBand.com https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/342f3a10-a8c5-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w616-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg At the same time as our conference, Moody Gardens will also be hosting Mustang Week, so grab a reduced rate hotel room now and make a weekend of it with the sports car enthusiast in your family!Event parking is free in the parking garage. Our conference is located in the Floral Ballroom on the second floor - not on the main level of the convention center. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/346b7fc0-a8c5-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1140-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Tickets are donation based. This means that you make a donation in the amount of your choosing in exchange for a ticket. Because of this process, the system only allows one person to register at a time. If you need to purchase group tickets, please contact Amy Musick at Musick@SMARTFamilyLiteracy.org. When choosing your donation, please keep in mind that SMART Family Literacy is a grant funded non-profit. We do not accept any state or federal funding, and we rely on private donors and grantors to make events like this possible.Agenda🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:45 AMCheck-in, Breakfast, & VendorsInfo: You will need the printed ticket or app. The barcode will be scanned upon entry. Breakfast will be served in the Floral Ballroom on the second floor. 🕑: 08:45 AM - 09:45 AMKeynote Speaker - TBAInfo: Keynote will take place in the Floral Ballroom🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMBreakout Session One🕑: 11:10 AM - 12:10 PMBreakout Session Two🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PMLunchInfo: Lunch will be served in the Floral Ballroom with keynote speaker, Tom Wilbeck.🕑: 01:30 AM - 02:30 AMBreakout Session Three🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMWrap-up, Door Prizes, and Costume Prize - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galveston/2027-make-space-for-reading-early-childhood-conference/100001989947881682 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, nonprofit, sports, workshops, music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - door_time: 2027-04-17T12:30:00Z - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Galveston - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center - **lat**: 29.2724373 - **long**: -94.85030479999999 - **full address**: Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center, 7 Hope Boulevard, Galveston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/fa1afbbb0326b58569b240381d1469424280ddd9fc812ee431d291b42130e972-rimg-w1200-h630-dc47c7df-gmir.jpg?v=1779509834 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference being held? - **A:** 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference takes place on Sat, 17 Apr, 2027 at 07:30 am to Sat, 17 Apr, 2027 at 02:30 pm at Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center, 7 Hope Boulevard, Galveston, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference? - **A:** 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference? - **A:** 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference is organized by SMART Family Literacy. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2027 Make Space for Reading Early Childhood Conference is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Galveston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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