Registeration is ongoing beginning today through July 31 for this summer reading program for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in September. Participants can read alone or with an adult -- and are invited to come down to the library and “dive” right into a summer of fun. “Make A Splash—Read” is the statewide public library theme this year.
This is a summer reading incentive program. Those who finish reading the required number of books will receive theme related prizes, puzzles and an invitation to a Summer Celebration Party!
The party will include a dessert treat and spectacular entertainment featuring madcap balloon artist Allynn Gooen who will create instant theater using balloons to make sets, props and costumes!
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The first 100 children who sign up will be offered a ticket to a unique Live Animal Show , Fish Tales and Ocean Odd Balls , presented by Bill Boesenberg, a reptile trainer and owner of the company Snakes and Scales. The show will be presented Wednesday, June 30th 7pm.
At registration club members will receive a list of Summer Activities, a bookmark, a Water Log to list books read and some Very Special Prizes just for signing up!
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The goal of the club will be to read eight books for the summer. If a book is 100 pages or more it will count as two books. For every two books read the child will receive a “water” related prize! Read the required eight books and receive an invitation to our special party, to be held Monday, August 16, and also receive a very special final prize!
