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Drag Storytime – April 25

Featuring Ophelia


April 25, 2025 • 11 AM

Portland Public Library


Join Portland Ovations and local Drag Queens for an hour of stories and art! Glamorous expert storytellers use the art of drag to read books and lead craft projects at local bookstores, libraries, and community centers around Portland. This fun, fabulous literary experience fosters learning and play, encouraging children and their caregivers to celebrate all kinds of difference in a creative and joyful space.  

Drag Storytime is suggested for ages 3+.

What is Drag Storytime? Read our blog post to read some essential questions about this fabulous art form.

FRIDAY, APRIL 25

11 AM at Portland Public Library, Downtown Branch featuring Ophelia
Free, no registration necessary

ACCESSIBILITY

ASL available upon request

The library is committed to making services available to everyone. All events at PPL buildings are wheelchair accessible.

ABOUT OPHELIA

Ophelia has been performing as a drag queen for 7 years and has lived in Maine her entire life. She’s always down to entertain and bring a smile to everyone’s face. She was named Portland’s best drag personality 2018 & 2022. She’s an avid reader and loves going on a journey through reading.

Drag Storytime is supported in part by a grant from the Maine Community Foundation Equity Fund