When the academic year winds down, we shift our attention from after-school activities to the Summer Reading Program. This year, the theme is “Unearth a Story” and we have plans for lots of fun!

The official program runs for six weeks, from June 27 to August 8, but you can pick up your reading log in early June so you are all set to earn stickers for reading time. Turn in your log with stickers for fun books and other prizes.

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On Friday, June 26 at 7 pm, we’ll kick off the program with a special Family Movie Night screening of A Night at the Museum.

Natural history exhibits come alive after the museum closes for the night because of an ancient curse. (details & trailer)

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Three special Saturday Story Times will be followed by creative activities! Stories start at 10:30, and the crafts begin just after 11. Come for either or both.

• June 27: Archaeology & Cave Painting – draw your own cave art on large sheets of paper
• July 18: Read & Decorate: Pet Rocks – design and paint a smooth stone
• August 8: Nature Stories & Collage – create a collage with found objects in nature

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Part of our exploration of all things buried in the earth is the installation of a raised garden bed on the lawn between the courthouse and the library.

A young crew planted seed potatoes in late May. We will observe their growth along with other edibles and flowers. Our harvest may coincide with the celebration at the end of summer.

Help us unearth stories, treasures, vegetables, bones, who knows what else! Stop by the Children’s Room for details.

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As always, the program is free, and all are welcome.