About the Nobscot Reading Council

The Nobscot Reading Council (NRC), Inc., an MRA affiliate, is a local non-profit professional organization open to all those interested in promoting literacy. Our mission is to promote literacy through professional development and community outreach.

The NRC has enjoyed a close relationship with the Literacy and Language Department at Framingham State University. From 1986 - 2006, the two organizations co-sponsored the David McCord Literature Festival each year, honoring a notable children’s author. Honorees included: Chris Van Allsberg, Dr. Seuss, Allen Say, Jack Prelutsky, Ann Jonas & Donald Crews, and Jim Trelease.