Summer Reading Program
END-OF SUMMER READING PARTY NOW SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 13TH 1:30-3PM
Join us at the Manuel Brothers park for ice cream and a water balloon fight to celebrate all the awesome reading goals we’ve hit over the summer. This event is for all ages. Starting at 3 pm we will begin our special prize drawings for those who have been tracking their reading over the summer and have their reading logs initialed by a library staff member. The prizes will be awarded to the following age groups:
birth to 5y
1st grade to 5th grade
6th grade to 8th grade
Summer Reading 2025
Starts June 25th! Register now for our summer reading programs. We have reading programs for kids from birth through 18 years old and in person programs for grades PreK-8. Be sure to stop by the library to pick up your registration goodie bag.
All programs will take place at the Big Tent in the Visitor’s Parking Lot unless otherwise noted with alternative location being the library if weather is inhospitable.
Special Program Alert!!
Late Night at the Library
When: June 17th, 5-11pm
Who: Kids ages 7-11 or in grades 1-5
What: Have you ever wanted to see what happens in the library after the door is locked and the lights go out? Now’s your chance! Come join us for a fun filled evening of food, games, and excitement.
Parents: You will need to sign a special release form when you drop your kid(s) off. Please inform us ahead of time of any dietary concerns as we will be making personal pizzas and need to be ready with any special considerations. If you do not pick your kids up on time they will be fed to the library dragon in the basement!
Kickoff!
June 25, 1:30-3:30: Visitor Center Parking Lot under the Big Tent
Free event for all ages!
Local band, Humbletown, will join us for a special performance. In addition, they will be leading the kids through a special workshop on how to make their own music!
The library will have messy art stations, including a special baby spot and an area for kids to make their own rubber band guitar.
PreK – 5th grade
Wednesdays from 10:30 am – 11:30 pm
July 2 – Fiber Arts (with local artist to be determined)
July 9 – Painting and Drawing with David Livingston (Prospector Park, not the Big Tent!)
July 16 – Čhaŋgléška Wakȟáŋ with additional activities at the Big Tent
July 23 – Repurposed Art
POSTPONED!!! July 30 – Ice Cream Social and Water Fight, 1:30-3:30
5-8 Grade
Wednesdays from 1:30 – 3:30 pm
July 2 – Fiber Arts (with local artist to be determined)
July 9 – Painting and Drawing with Steve Rice
July 16 – Čhaŋgléška Wakȟáŋ with additional activities at the Big Tent
July 23 – Repurposed Art
POSTPONED!!! July 30 – Ice Cream Social & Water Fight
Teens
There won’t be any special programs, BUT there will be reading challenges and prizes awarded!
Babies and Toddlers
There will not be any special programs days, BUT we will have reading logs and art suggestions for parents to do with our smallest patrons!
Craft Group
We’re excited to announce our new craft group, meeting every Tuesday from 4-6 p.m.! This informal gathering is designed for established crafters to bring their projects, work alongside fellow creatives, and enjoy a welcoming space to socialize. Whether you knit, crochet, quilt, or craft in another way, we’d love to see you there. Stop by the library this March and discover all the ways you can learn, create, and connect!
Our Craft Group is held every Tuesday from 4 – 6 p.m.
August 5th
August 12th
August 19th
August 26th
Adult Book Club
Monthly Meetings
August 27th @ 5:00 pm
Book: The Cost of Free Land: Jews, Lakota, and and American Inheritance by Rebecca Clarren
Board Meetings
Board Members
Gary Linn – President
Micki Moore
Barb Fosheim
Elizabeth Groeger
Beth Bertolotto
Lead Library Endowment
The Lead Library Endowment Board raises funds to go above and beyond the basics. Tax payer dollars buy the books and keep the lights on.
Some library projects we have supported:
- Children’s section update
- furniture, rugs, shelving, etc.
- Major furniture purchases including:
- new computer desks
- new circulation desk
- fireplace and comfy chairs
- Children’s programming supplies
- Don’t forget the Keurig!
But we can’t do it without your help.
Policies
Newsletter
Did you know we have a newsletter? Indeed, we do! Our newsletter is a monthly email with exciting updates on upcoming programs, newly acquired items, closure announcements, and much more. If you’d like to stay in the loop, simply click the link below to subscribe:
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