Age Group:
Children- Registration is required for this event.
- Registration will open on February 11, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
- This event is for registrants age 5 to 8.
Program Description
Event Details
Ages 5–8: Meet Frieda Caplan, the fearless produce pioneer who introduced Americans to hundreds of new fruits and vegetables in Try It! How Frieda Caplan Changed the Way We Eat. Journey through her story, from mushrooms and kiwifruit to snap peas and mango, then sample some of Frieda’s favorites for yourself.
This program is supported by the National Endowment of the Arts. The National Endowment for the Arts Big Read—a partnership with Arts Midwest—broadens our understanding of our world, our neighbors, and ourselves through the power of shared reading. Showcasing a diverse range of themes, voices, and perspectives, the NEA Big Read aims to inspire meaningful conversations, artistic responses, and new discoveries and connections in each community.
Additional Information
Registration Limited
The program has a limited number of seats available. Please register each attendee individually. If this event has reached maximum capacity, non-registrants may be turned away on the day of the event.