This year’s Summer Reading theme is “Unearth a Story!“
Children’s program: For ages 12 years and younger. Children can be signed up at the circulation desk in the Children’s Room.
Teen program: For ages 13-17. Teens can sign up at the circulation desk on the Adult Floor.
Adult program: For ages 18 years and older. Adults can sign up at the circulation desk on the Adult Floor.
All programs end on August 1st. Happy Reading!!
⭐ Week 1
June 22nd–June 27th
Monday, 6/22 at 10:30am: Story Time
Join us every Monday to listen to stories! These story times are geared toward ages 0-6.
Tuesday, 6/23 at 5:30pm: Ice Cream Kickoff Party!!!
Join us for the official kickoff party for the Summer Reading Program! Sign up and enjoy an ice cream Sundae.
Thursday, 6/25 at 3:30pm: Perler Bead Dinosaurs
Make your own mini dinosaur pal on STEAM Thursday! This program is for ages 6-14. All supplies are provided.
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Friday, 6/26 at 10:30am: Play-Doh Play Day
It’s Fun Friday! Drop by the Children’s Room for Play-Doh time for our youngest library visitors.
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Saturday, 6/27: Lego Day
Saturday at the library is Lego Day, where you can play with our big collection of Legos all day! We also have Duplos for little ones.
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Week 2
June 29–July 4
Monday, 6/29 at 10:30am: Story Time
Join us every Monday to listen to stories! These story times are geared toward ages 0-6.
Tuesday, 6/30 at 4:00pm: Family Movie
Watch the Super Mario Galaxy Movie at the library! Popcorn will be served.
Runtime: 1 hr. 39 min. Rating: PG.
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Thursday, 7/2 at 3:30pm: Lego Day
Play with our big collection of Legos! We also have Duplos for little ones.
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No programs planned on Friday.
The library will be closed on Saturday, 7/4 in observance of Independence Day. Enjoy the holiday!
Week 3
July 6–July 11
Monday, 7/6 at 10:30am: Story Time
Join us every Monday to listen to stories! These story times are geared toward ages 0-6.
Tuesday, 7/7 at 5:00pm: Dino Bingo
Join us for dinosaur themed bingo and win dinosaur-themed prizes!
This program is for ages 5-12.
Wednesday, 7/8 at 6:00pm in Fernald Park: Family Night in the Park
We’re partnering with the Farmington Rec Department to bring 4 weeks of family fun to Fernald Park! Pack a picnic dinner and set up at the park for these free, family-friendly performances.
This week features Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals!
Thank you to Meredith Village Savings Bank for sponsoring this program!
pic from lindsayspuppetpals.com
Thursday, 7/9 at 3:30pm: DIY Geodes
This STEAM Thursday, grow your own geode with this simple chemistry project!
This program is for ages 8-14.
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Friday, 7/10 at 10:30am: Butternut Farm Field Trip (Registration Required)
It’s Fun Friday! Meet us at Butternut Farm for a berry picking field trip. This program costs $5 per child, payable to Butternut Farm on the day of the field trip.
Please click here to register!
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Saturday, 7/11 at 3:30pm: Lego Day
Play with our big collection of Legos! We also have Duplos for little ones.
pic from picryl.com
Stay tuned for more!
Week 4
July 13-July 18
Monday, 7/13 at 10:30am: Story Time
Join us every Monday to listen to stories! These story times are geared toward ages 0-6.
Tuesday, 7/14 at 3:30pm: Dino Origami
Learn how to make folded paper dinosaurs! This program is for ages 10-14.
pic from youtube.com (Channel: Easy Paper Origami)
Wednesday, 7/15 at 6:00pm in Fernald Park: Family Night in the Park
We’re partnering with the Farmington Rec Department to bring 4 weeks of family fun to Fernald Park! Pack a picnic dinner and set up at the park for these free, family-friendly performances.
This week features Mr. Aaron Music!
Thank you to Meredith Village Savings Bank for sponsoring this program!
pic from mraaronmusic.com
What is Summer Reading?
The Summer Reading Program is a reading challenge for all ages where participants can win prizes for reading books!
The children’s summer reading program is for ages 12 and under. Signups generally begin around the time school gets out for the summer.
The teen program is for ages 13 to 17, and the adult program is for ages 18 and older. Signups for both programs start in early June at the adult floor circulation desk.
All programs end in early August. Specific dates are always published in our newsletter and posted on our website and social media pages.
What are the prizes?
The main prize is raffle tickets. Participants earn raffle tickets that can be put towards gift card prizes of their choice! Gift cards are for local stores, restaurants, and attractions. Participants can also earn free books.