SBCEO to host 66th Annual Breakfast with the Authors on October 27th

A handwriting analyst, costumes of famous literary characters, and engaging conversation with world-renowned children’s authors and illustrators are just some of the exciting things featured at the 66th annual Breakfast with the Authors, hosted by the Santa Barbara County Education Office (SBCEO) from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27, in the SBCEO auditorium, 4400 Cathedral Oaks Road. Members of the community, age 12 and over, are invited to attend.

“Breakfast with the Authors is an incredible event that provides the community an opportunity to engage with authors and illustrators in one setting,” said County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Susan Salcido. “We are honored to host this longstanding Santa Barbara County educational tradition that celebrates the art of story-telling.”

This year’s event, coming just days before Halloween, is the second year that attendees are encouraged to wear costumes. Notable costumes from last year’s event included Pippi Longstocking, Clive Cussler, and others. While costumes aren’t required for those in attendance, they certainly add to the festive atmosphere. There will also be raffles for book prizes throughout the day.

Registration deadline is Oct. 18. Tickets are $16 for general public, $12 for students, and $14 for authors’ guests. A quiche brunch will be provided. Pre-registration is required; please visit http://sbceo.org/s/REG2018BWA. More information and registration materials are available at http://sbceo.org/s/2016BWA or by contacting Rose Koller at (805)964-4710, ext. 5222, or rkoller@sbceo.org.