The Shamokin-Coal Township Public Library will present its summer reading program beginning Wednesday, June 27.
The program, held on consecutive Wednesdays, will start at 10:30 a.m. and continue on July 11, 18 and 25, Aug. 1 and 8. The theme for this year's program is "Dream Big - READ."
All children are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Programs include stories, crafts and snacks, and guest shows.
Planned events
The program will begin with "Songs and Stories Around the Campfire" presented by Matthew Dodd.
On July 11, Eddie Ray will present "Magic Tales."
ZooAmerica will visit on July 18, bringing some of their resident "Creatures of the Night."
On July 25, Tom Yurasits will entertain with "Dream Big - READ."
On Aug. 1, John Andrews will perform "Summer Fun Family Magic Show."
The end of summer reading party will be held Aug. 8. Participants may share their experiences of what they learned, prizes and certificates will be given out.
A concurrent summer reading program will be held for children with advanced reading skills. Participants will receive suggested reading titles in a folder and will receive a stamp for each book read.
Registration begins immediately. Call the library at 648-3202 to register.