Reading to littles helps their brains and early language skills develop!
PARTICIPATE FOR FREE!
1. SIGN UP AND START READING! 1. SIGN UP AND START READING!
All ages can register for FREE beginning May 30th at our Kick Off Event or anytime through July 28th when the library is open.
Once registered, you will be provided with a reading log to track the hours you read from May 30-July 28. When you reach your reading milestones, bring your log to the library to earn FREE prizes and raffle tickets for bigger prizes!
2. ATTEND FREE PROGRAMS
2. ATTEND FREE PROGRAMS
All members of the public, whether they are registered or not, can attend the FREE programs taking place in June and July. Check out the rest of this Summer Guide to learn about these awesome events!
KICK-OFF EVENT
DETAILS
UNATTENDED CHILD POLICIES
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
th FRIDAY, MAY 30TH
Readers of ALL ages are welcome to attend our Summer Reading Kickoff Event happening on Friday, May 30 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM! To celebrate the beginning of our Summer Reading Program, we invite you to come register for summer reading, plus we will have prizes for signing up, free food, games, and more!
AGES 0-8: A PARENT OR CAREGIVER (AGE 18+) MUST REMAIN IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE CHILD.
AGES 9-13: A PARENT OR CAREGIVER (AGE 18+) MUST REMAIN IN THE BUILDING WITH THE CHILD.
AGES 14-17: MAY USE THE LIBRARY INDEPENDENTLY, PROVIDED THEY FOLLOW LIBRARY POLICIES.
WEAR THE COLOR OF THE WEEK WHEN YOU COME INTO THE LIBRARY TO SHOW YOUR LOVE OF READING!
W E E K 1
JUNE 2 - 7
W E E K 2
JUNE 9 - 14
W E E K 3
JUNE 16 - 21
W E E K 4
JUNE 23 - 28
W E E K 5
JUNE 30 - JULY 5
W E E K 6
JULY 7 - 12
W E E K 7
JULY 14 - 19
W E E K 8
JULY 21 - 26 ALL READING LOGS ARE DUE BACK ON OR BEFORE JULY 28TH AT 5:45 PM!
YOU DON’T HAVE TO WAIT TO TURN IN YOUR LOG AT THE END. COME IN EACH TIME YOU COMPLETE A ROW TO RECEIVE ANY PRIZES YOU EARNED! *PRIZES AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST* LITTLES AND CHILDREN TURN IN LOGS AT THE CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN’S DESK. TEENS AND ADULTS COME TO THE INFORMATION DESK. ATTEND OUR AWESOME AND FUN SUMMER PROGRAMS! PAY ATTENTION TO THE DATES THAT REGISTRATION OPENS! MOST OF ALL, HAVE FUN!!! OUR TIPS TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL SUMMER READING: OUR TIPS TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL SUMMER READING:
ALL PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE IN THE LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM
F R E E P R O G R A M S F O R T H E W H O L E F A M I L Y
Join us for a live concert with music and narration of Peter and the Wolf performed by professional musicians from the Spectrum Chamber Music Society!
No registration required! ***Seating will be limited. Attendance is first come, first served.
LEGOCLUB LEGOCLUB
AGES4+ AGES4+
JJUNE18&JULY16AT4:30PM UNE18&JULY16AT4:30PM
We provide the LEGO bricks and you provide the creativity! Join us for LEGO challenges, free play and FUN! LEGO creations are put on display in the Children's Section No registration required!
CHEMISTRY ROADSHOW
CHEMISTRY ROADSHOW
AGES 8-12 AGES 8-12
ACCORDION FAN ART ACCORDION FAN ART
AGES 8-12 AGES 8-12
THURSDAY, 6/12 AT 1:00 PM
THURSDAY, 6/12 AT 1:00 PM
Join us for an exciting and educational chemistry show presented by Texas A&M University!
No registration required!
POKÉMON CLUB POKÉMON CLUB
AGES 8-14 AGES 8-14
Join us to make colorful hanging art! Have fun painting paper rosettes with watercolor paint!
*Registration required.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 2ND
GALAXY JARS GALAXY JARS
AGES 8-12 AGES 8-12
JUNE 11 & JULY 9 AT 4:30 PM
JUNE 11 & JULY 9 AT 4:30 PM
Calling all Pokémon card collectors!
Meet other collectors, play, and trade
Pokémon cards!
No registration required!
*Pokémon cards not provided. Children may bring their own cards to play or trade.
MONDAY, MONDAY, 7/14 AT 4:30 PM 7/14 AT 4:30 PM
Love glitter and bright colors? Join us to create a glittering galaxy in a mason jar!
*Registration required.
REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1ST
MON MONDAY, 6/16 AT 4:30 PM DAY, 6/16 AT 4:30 PM F R E E P R O G R A M S F O R T W E E N S ( 81 2 )
FREE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN
ALL PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE IN THE LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
NARWHALS&WATERFALLS
TUESDAY,6/3AT10:30AM&12:00PM
REPEATSHOWS!CHOOSETHEBESTTIMEFORYOU!
Acoustic kindie rock band singers Paige and Adrian’s show promotes learning and movement that enhances children’s lives.
CREATURE TEACHER
TUESDAY, 6/10 AT 10:30 AM & 12:00 PM
REPEAT SHOWS! CHOOSE THE BEST TIME FOR YOU! Come meet colorful animal friends with the Creature Teacher! A wildly educational live animal program!
WILDLIFE ON THE MOVE
TUESDAY, 6/17 AT 10:30 AM & 12:00 PM
REPEAT SHOWS! CHOOSE THE BEST TIME FOR YOU! Bring science to life through this fun and educational live Animal STEM based show!
NUTRITIONSTORYTIME NUTRITIONSTORYTIME
AGES4-7 AGES4-7
FRIDAY,7/25AT2:00PM FRIDAY,7/25AT2:00PM
Join us for a special storytime with nutrition tips from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office!
*Registration required.
REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1ST
FREE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN
ALL PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE IN THE LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM
ARTS & CRAFTS ARTS & CRAFTS
REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 15TH
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 2ND
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 15TH
OPENS JULY 1ST
GARDENING FUN GARDENING FUN AGES 4-8 AGES 4-8
SATUR SATURDAY, 7/19 AT 1:00 PM DAY, 7/19 AT 1:00 PM
Join us for an educational program about seeds Plant seeds to take home and watch them grow! *Registration required.
REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1ST
F R E E P R O G R A M S F O R A D U L T
PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE IN THE LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM
SUMMER SCOOP
THURSDAY, 6/5 AT 6:30 PM
Adults of all ages, join us for the scoop on this summer’s fiction & non-fiction releases while you enjoy our ice cream sundae bar, plus door prizes! No registration required!
PAINTING WITH WATERCOLORS
SATURDAY, 6/14 AT 10:30 AM
Join local artist Penny Conn for an instructional class on painting with watercolors! No drawing skills necessary! Designs and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 2ND
CLOTHESPIN TRIVETS
THURSDAY, 6/19 AT 6:00 PM
Join us in creating a useful hot pad using clothespins and wood glue! All instruction and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 2ND
DIY TRAVEL GAMES
THURSDAY, 6/26 AT 6:00 PM
Join us in creating small versions of board game that will fit in a zipper bag! All instructions and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 2ND
COLORFUL COASTERS
THURSDAY, 7/17 AT 6:00 PM
Join us in creating colorful tile coasters with permanent markers and rubbing alcohol! All instructions and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1ST
RESIN BOOKMARKS
TUESDAY, 7/29 AT 6:00 PM
Join us in creating resin bookmarks with your choice of decorations: glitter, dried flowers, etc.! All instructions and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 15TH
ALL PROGRAMS, EXCEPT CRAFTY QUILTERS, TAKE PLACE IN THE LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM
COFFEE, COLORING, & CROSSWORDS
MONDAYS IN JUNE & JULY 10 AM - 11 AM
Join us on Monday mornings for a calming hour of coffee, adult coloring, crosswords, and conversation. All coffee and supplies will be provided. Both hot and cold coffee options will be available! Begins 6/2. No reservations required!
CRAFTY QUILTERS
1 & 3 SATURDAYS 10 AM - 3:30 PM ST RD
LOCATED IN THE GREEN ROOM
Adults of all ages are welcome to bring their own quilting projects, fabric crafts, and more to work on with other crafters!
MAIN STREET BOOK CLUB
3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 6:00 PM
Adults of all ages are invited to enjoy refreshments and join in a monthly discussion on a pre-selected book New (and current members) are always welcome!
LAST MONDAY MATINEE
LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH AT 2:00 PM
Join us on the last Monday of each month for a FREE movie on the big screen! Popcorn and water will be provided Adults only, please.
The Unbreakable Boy Rated: PG
When Scott and Teresa learn that their son, Austin, is autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry about his future. With Scott's growing faith and Austin's incredible spirit, they become unbreakable as they find joy, gratitude, and courage in the most trying times 6/30
When a woman's first love suddenly re-enters her life, her relationship with a charming, but abusive neurosurgeon is upended and she realizes she must learn to rely on her own strength to make an impossible choice for her future. 7/28 F R E E P R O G R A M S F O R A D U L T S
It Ends With US Rated: PG-13
CANVAS MAGNETS
TUESDAY, 6/3 AT 6:00 PM
Adults and teens ages 12+ are welcome to paint a design of their choosing on a circular canvas magnet they can take home and display! All instructions and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 15TH
ROCK PAINTING
TUESDAY, 7/1 AT 6:00 PM
Adults and teens ages 12+ are welcome to paint a design of their choosing on a river rock! Choose from mandala tools or paintbrushes! All instructions and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 15TH
ART TRADING CARDS
TUESDAY, 7/22 AT 6:00 PM
Adults and teens ages 12+ are welcome to join us to create your own unique art trading card and trade with others to form a fun, unique collection! All instructions and supplies will be provided. No registration required!
TEEN GAMING NIGHT
TUESDAY, 6/10 & 7/8 AT 6:00 PM
Join us for a monthly gaming night with our Nintendo Switches! Games include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Mario Party Superstars, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and more! No registration required! *For Ages 11-17.
DIAMOND PAINTING
TUESDAY, 6/24 AT 6:00 PM
Tweens and teens ages 12+ are welcome to join us to make some colorful diamond painted animals! All instructions and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 2ND
SAND ART
THURSDAY, 7/10 AT 6:00 PM
Tweens and teens ages 12+ are welcome to join us to make and layer colorful sand in glass jars! All instructions and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 15TH
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COLORING & CUPCAKES
THURSDAY, 7/24 AT 6:00 PM
Tweens and teens ages 12+ are welcome to join us for a night of coloring and decorating cupcakes! All instructions and supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1ST
SUMMER READING FINALE PARTIES
CHILDREN & TEEN FINALE: SNOW CONES IN THE PARK!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST FROM 10:30-11:30 AM FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST FROM 10:30-11:30 AM
*CENTRAL PARK - BEHIND LIBRARY*
*CENTRAL PARK - BEHIND LIBRARY*
Celebrate Summer Reading success with a party in the park!
Kona Ice, a petting zoo, a bubble show, and MORE will be a perfect way to wrap up a summer of fun for LITTLES, CHILDREN, and TEENS who read 5 hours or more!
Any LITTLE, CHILD, or TEEN who registers for Summer Reading and reads at least 5 hours by July 28 will earn a ticket for a free Kona Ice snow cone and petting zoo access at this event. (Anyone age 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Parents and family members are welcome to enjoy the bubble show and music, but only ticket holders will have access to snow cones and the petting zoo).
The library building will be CLOSED all day on August 2nd so staff can prepare for and clean up the finale event.
Raffle prizes will NOT be drawn at this event. Prize winners will be notified Monday, August 4 . th
ADULT FINALE: TRIVIA & PRIZE NIGH
THURSDAY, JULY 31ST FROM 6-8 THURSDAY, JULY 31ST FROM 6-8
*LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM *LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM
Participants of the Adult Summer Reading Challenge who read at least 5 hours are invited to attend the finale party - no ticket required! Enjoy a fun, library-themed trivia game with LIVE raffle prize drawings, door prizes just for attendees, and tons of yummy food! Plus, all raffle prize entries earn you a chance to win the grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card. You must be present at the finale party to win the grand prize.
This event is for adult participants and we ask that children and teens remain at home due to space limitations.
LIBRARY HOURS LIBRARY HOURS
MONDAY: TUESDAY: WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY: FRIDAY: SATURDAY: SUNDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM 10 AM - 8 PM 10 AM - 6 PM 10 AM - 8 PM 12 PM - 6 PM 10 AM - 4 PM CLOSED
-Closed for Independence Day
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST:
-The "Youth Finale Party" will take place in Central Park, but the library building will remain closed all day.
