The Fort Polk community recently gathered for a special Story Time event hosted at Allen Memorial Library, bringing together families for an afternoon of reading, creativity and connection.

Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk Commander Maj. Gen. Jason A. Curl and Mrs. Becky Curl welcomed children and parents to the event, which featured a group reading followed by hands-on craft activities designed to engage young participants.

Organizers said the event focused on encouraging early literacy while also giving families a chance to spend quality time together in a fun and interactive setting. Children joined their parents in creating crafts after the story, adding a creative element to the experience.

Smiles and laughter filled the library as families took part in the activities, making it a memorable day for those in attendance and reinforcing the community-focused efforts at Fort Polk.