Can you believe the last week of Summer Reading is already coming up? We have had quite a bit of fun, and there is still more to be had! Remember to get those last couple tickets in before the deadline!
Check out what's schedule for the end of our adventure!
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On July 18th, we hit 25 days of Summer Reading! If you have logged 25 days of reading since the program began on June 24th, you are automatically entered for a chance to win the grand prize!
Remember that you can back date your reading. If you forgot to log any previous days, please go back and log it so you don't miss out on the chance to win the $50 Visa Gift Card!
All of the weekly prizes are available to see on Beanstack once you register for the program! Each week, we will be spotlighting the prizes in the upcoming drawing.
Reminder: All tickets for Week 6 Prizes must be submitted by Friday, August 2nd.
Here are Week 7's Prizes (Tickets must be entered by August 9th):
Birth - Preschool: Kiddy Dough Play Set
Grades K - 4 (A): Knight & Dragon Metal Bookends
Grades K - 4 (B): Rock n' Roll It Keyboard
Take a Reading Road Trip!
Reading Road Trip
Grades 1-4
Read a book about or set in each state in the U.S. and color the map. Turn in your map by September 6th for an invitation to the Reading Road Trip celebration on September 14th!
The three people who complete the most states will receive prizes.
The Highland Street Foundation is bringing back their popular August Adventures program! Each day in August, you can go to a museum, park, or similar venue for free. Some events will require prior registration, so be sure to check out all the information on their website or pick up a calendar from the library!
If you participated in Summer Reading, you are invited to come celebrate the end on the program with us! There will be popsicles, a craft, and lots of laughs.
Please register everyone attending so we have and accurate head-count.
Summer Reading may be quickly coming to an end, but that does not mean that the fun stops at the library! Are you curious what the rest of August will look like? Check out our August Children's Calendar and get ready for even more fun before school comes back around.
This week's story walk is From Head to Toe by Eric Carle.
Each Story Walk will be available for 2 weeks.
We will have 4 different story walks throughout the summer.
They are available for viewing during normal library hours.
Family Take & Make Crafts
August 5th
While supplies last
All Ages
Pick up a fun craft to do together! This week's craft is a Campsite!
Bigfoot-Themed Scavenger Hunts
Monday, August 5th - Friday, August 9th
All Ages
Drop-in
Kids of all ages can stop by the Children's Room to complete this week's scavenger hunt and riddle! Everyone who completes a hunt or a riddle will be entered into a raffle. Raffle winners will be announced Monday, August 12th.
Toddler Time
Monday, August 5th
10:00 AM
Ages 19m-36m
Drop-in
Join us as we read stories, do fun activities, and play together.
Trivia Tuesday
Every Tuesday During Summer Reading
All Ages
Drop-in
Stop by the Children’s Desk anytime on Tuesdays and answer a trivia question for a small prize.
Art & Stories
Tuesday, August 6th
10:00 AM
Ages 3-5
Drop-in
Join us for a short Story Time followed by an art project. We will explore simple art concepts and experiment with materials. Please wear clothing that can get messy!
Joke Days!
Every Wednesday & Friday
All Ages
Drop-in
Tell a joke to a librarian in the Children’s Room and get a small prize.
Guessing Jar
Every Wednesday During Summer Reading
All Ages
Drop-in
Every Wednesday come to the Children’s Room and try to guess how many items we have in our Guessing Jar.
Baby Story Time
Thursday, August 8th
10:00 AM
Birth-18mo.
Drop-in
Join us as we learn a little American Sign Language, read stories, sing fun songs, and play together.
Extra Fun Friday
Every Friday During Summer Reading
All Ages
Drop-in
Drop in any time on Friday, do special activities and get a small prize.