LIVERMORE FALLS — Treat Memorial Library kicked off its Summer Reading Program on June 15, with the theme “Read Renew Repeat.” This year’s program focuses on conservation and is open to all ages. Participants are encouraged to track their reading, attend events, and earn prizes. Reading logs can be picked up at the library, and for every 30 minutes of reading a log can be colored.

“We’ve made our kickoff as simple and patron-friendly as possible this year,” said Alana Knapp, assistant director at Treat Memorial Library. “The program is open for all ages. Included in our packets are a bookmark, summer reading sticker, a schedule, and a reading log. Last year featured a lot of take-home activities, but this year is all about conservation. Less paper, less things to keep track of. We’ve tried to make the process of joining the summer reading program easy and accessible for busy folks and families.”

“Read Renew Repeat” is a nationwide summer reading theme. “We’re participating with libraries all over the country to explore the movement of conservation as it applies to the natural world and to our own personal environments,” Knapp added. “This year’s theme is meant for summer readers of all ages to use reading as a restorative tool to inspire wonder and creativity.”

The first event, “Predators,” is scheduled for June 20 at 6 p.m. and will feature a presentation by Chewonki’s Traveling Natural History program. Attendees will have the opportunity to see live animals and learn about the importance of predatory animals in maintaining ecological balance. The second event is Black Light Paint Night on June 27 at 6 p.m. Participants can paint along with Knapp or create their own masterpiece. They will be painting with glow in the dark paints under black lights to make the pieces really ‘pop’. Due to limited space, call 897-3631 or email Knapp at assist.treatlib@gmail.com to reserve a seat.

“We have 8 events throughout the summer, all of which touch upon the ideas of conservation and renewal in some way,” Knapp said . Upcoming events begin at 6 p.m. and include:
• June 20: Chewonki’s “Predators” presentation with live animals.
• June 27: Black light paint night, featuring glow-in-the-dark paints under black lights.
• July 6: Junk journal making, where participants can repurpose materials to create their own books.
• July 11: Snack-able science, a fun and messy way to learn and refuel.
• July 18: Iron-Chef style “Mystery Bag Challenge,” where participants use mystery craft elements to create innovative items, with prizes awarded.
• July 25: Swap-o-rama, a trading event where participants bring items to exchange for tickets to trade for other items.
• August 1: BeWILDering woods escape room, an adventure to solve the mystery of the missing monster before time runs out.
• August 8: Summer reading finale with snacks, games, and awarding of completion certificates and prize baskets.

The reading log features 48 pictures of little logs that allow participants to track their reading by coloring one log for every 30 minutes read. “For every six logs you color, you can come into the library and receive a prize,” noted Knapp. “We’ll mark your log with a sticker, and you can pick from our basket of prizes.” Prizes include vouchers to Berry Fruit Farm for a free donut, activity books, STEM kits, and other small items. Grand prize baskets will be awarded at the end of the summer for those who complete the program.

Copy the Story Link

Comments are not available on this story.