Interested in booking an event at your school, library, or organization? Please reach out with the details!
Karen is happy to work with you to custom tailor an event that is just right for your audience.
From tea party book readings for kids to rag doll making workshops to talks on literacy for adults, every event is specifically designed for the community you serve. For a comprehensive list of events, please visit our programs page.
Karen is happy to work with you to custom tailor an event that is just right for your audience.
From tea party book readings for kids to rag doll making workshops to talks on literacy for adults, every event is specifically designed for the community you serve. For a comprehensive list of events, please visit our programs page.
2023-24 Events:
Thursday, February 16 and Monday March 6, 2023
Reading/ Literacy Training with Maine Roads to Quality
focusing on literacy techniques using Say Cheese! A to Z
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Auburn Public Library
Cookies—Stories Alive!
This story time will include three stories about cookies, weaving music, movement, and games to bring the stories to life! A very special cookie snack will be provided. Karen Toothaker's books will be available for purchase and to be signed by the author. This program is designed for children of all ages. No registration is necessary.
Saturday and Sunday, February 25& 26, 2023
Book sale and signing
at THE VAULT
Winthrop Maine
Saturday April 29, 2023
Winthrop Maine Historical Society Center
The ABC's of Winthrop!
for children and adults - scavenger hunt in downtown Winthrop
with my picture book Say Cheese! A to Z
Thursday, February 16 and Monday March 6, 2023
Reading/ Literacy Training with Maine Roads to Quality
focusing on literacy techniques using Say Cheese! A to Z
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Auburn Public Library
Cookies—Stories Alive!
This story time will include three stories about cookies, weaving music, movement, and games to bring the stories to life! A very special cookie snack will be provided. Karen Toothaker's books will be available for purchase and to be signed by the author. This program is designed for children of all ages. No registration is necessary.
Saturday and Sunday, February 25& 26, 2023
Book sale and signing
at THE VAULT
Winthrop Maine
Saturday April 29, 2023
Winthrop Maine Historical Society Center
The ABC's of Winthrop!
for children and adults - scavenger hunt in downtown Winthrop
with my picture book Say Cheese! A to Z
Previous Events:
Saturday March 12, 2022
Winthrop Maine Historical Society Center
Rag Doll history and the women who made them.
for children and adults - make your own rag doll like in the olden days!
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Title 1 Reading Workshop Literacy Event at Downeast
Downeast Elementary School, Bangor ME
Thank you Downeast School for such a warm welcome and fun night!
March 15, 2020 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Kennebec Garden Club "Art In Bloom" Conference
Lithgow Library, Augusta ME
March 28, 2020
Presentation/Workshop: "Care and Comfort: Children's Literature for Grieving Children"
Windham Childcare Conference, Windham High School, Windham ME
April 28, 2020 5:30-6:30 pm
Literacy Event at Downeast
Downeast Elementary School, Bangor ME
July 25, 2020
Rag Doll Pajama Party
Waterville Public Library, Waterville ME
August 5, 2020 3:00-4:00 pm
Summer Reading Program: "Imagine Your Story"
Dyer Library, Saco ME
Thursday, February 28
Title 1 Reading Workshop
Central Community Elementary School, Corinth, ME
Tuesday, February 19
Doll Making Workshop 6:30 pm
Join us for a fun and interactive evening making our own rag dolls, inspired by The Rag Doll Gift.
Scarborough Public Library, Scarborough, ME
Doll Making Workshop 6:30 pm
Join us for a fun and interactive evening making our own rag dolls, inspired by The Rag Doll Gift.
Scarborough Public Library, Scarborough, ME
Saturday, February 9th
Book Signing 1:00 pm
Join us for an author reading and signing of The Rag Doll Gift.
Cary Memorial Library, Wayne, ME
Book Signing 1:00 pm
Join us for an author reading and signing of The Rag Doll Gift.
Cary Memorial Library, Wayne, ME
January 2019
The Rag Doll Gift doll making workshop and reading
Jesup Library Bar Harbor Maine
The Rag Doll Gift doll making workshop and reading
Jesup Library Bar Harbor Maine
December 2018
The Rag Doll Gift Book Booth
United Maine Craftsmen Holiday Craft Show
The Rag Doll Gift Book Booth
United Maine Craftsmen Holiday Craft Show
December 2018
The Rag Doll Gift doll making workshop for adults
Thomas Memorial Library, Cape Elizabeth ME
The Rag Doll Gift doll making workshop for adults
Thomas Memorial Library, Cape Elizabeth ME
November 2018
Family Traditions Presentation
Thomas Memorial Library, Cape Elizabeth ME
Family Traditions Presentation
Thomas Memorial Library, Cape Elizabeth ME
April 2018, Winthrop, ME:
Book Release Party and Book Signing
Balloons, flowers, music, Rag dolls, yummy snacks for a tea party, happy babies, children, and adults!
Perfect combination for a fun and festive book celebration!
April 2018, Augusta, ME:
Maine General Medical Center - Auxiliary Gift Shop Book Signing
The gift shop manager staged a perfect setting for sharing The Rag Doll gift. Thank you ,Kathi!
Maine General Medical Center - Auxiliary Gift Shop Book Signing
The gift shop manager staged a perfect setting for sharing The Rag Doll gift. Thank you ,Kathi!
March 2018, Cape Elizabeth, ME:
Many Gifts Program at Thomas Memorial Library, ages 5-8
So much fun creating our very own homemade rag dolls after sharing a reading of the rag doll gift.
Many Gifts Program at Thomas Memorial Library, ages 5-8
So much fun creating our very own homemade rag dolls after sharing a reading of the rag doll gift.
February 2018, Pittsburgh, PA: Book reading and signing
Thank you Pittsburgh! Perfect venue, happy kiddos and meaningful conversations with parents! I look forward to returning!
Thank you Pittsburgh! Perfect venue, happy kiddos and meaningful conversations with parents! I look forward to returning!
June 25th, 2019 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Stories Alive! Cumston Public Library - Monmouth
Pre-school playgroup open to all aimed at ages 2-6
Story time featuring three children's books (including The Rag Doll Gift) with music, movement, and drama
July 16th, 2019 6:30 pm
The Rag Doll Gift reading, signing, and Rag Doll Making Workshop
Scarborough Public Library
Open to all ages including adults
July 27, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Nickels-Sortwell House Craft Show, Wiscasset
August 14th, 2019 5:00 pm
Mother and Daughter Event, Jackson Memorial Library in Tenants Harbor
The Rag Doll Gift reading, signing, and Rag Doll Making Workshop
All ages welcome.
Aug 15, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Rangely Blueberry Festival, Downtown Village Rangely
August 23, 24, 25, 2019
Bangor Folk Festival, Waterfront, Bangor