Summer Reading registration has begun and will be in person throughout June and July. We are aiming for 200 kids or teen registrations by July 31st. If we hit our goal Miss Kathy will be DINO SLIMED. One giant dinosaur egg filled with ooey, gooey, green slime cracked over her head. Stop by the lobby to see the count throughout the summer.
Please note that you must register for all events separately. Check out what we have planned!
For a list of our weekly drop-in storytimes, please click here.
Please check back regularly as we may add or change events.
Fridays in the summer – Unearth a Dino Search
Stop in and find the dinosaurs hiding around the children’s room.
JUNE
Wednesday 6/3 – Registration is open and rolling until July 31st.
Stop into the library and register with the youth librarians.
Wednesday 6/17 – SUMMER READING KICKOFF WITH ANDREW SILVER
4:30 PM (Ages 6+) – Clowning Workshop
Throughout the workshop students with take part in exercises that help develop balancing, comedic timing, communication skills, improvisational skills, and more. Register here!
6:00 PM (All Ages) – Silver Circus
Summer reading kicks off with a spectacular circus show from the multi-talented, Andrew Silver! Register here!
Thursday 6/18 at 2 PM (Ages 5+) – Unearth Rocks and Crystals
Kids will dig, discover, and investigate a variety of hidden treasures. Read more!
Monday 6/22 at 10:15 AM (Ages 3 +) – Dino Jams with Miss Julieann
Join Miss Julieann for a silly dinosaur themed concert. Register here!
Monday 6/22 at 4:30 PM (T/ween 9+) – Cupcake Wars
T/weens come for a friendly war of delicious decorating to the “Unearth a Story” theme! See rules and register here!
Tuesday 6/23 at 4:30 PM (Ages 8+) – Dino Guardian
Design and paint your own unique ‘guardian dinosaurs’ using acrylic paint. Ms. Cinda will guide you with some tips and tricks. Register here!
Wednesday 6/24 at 2 PM (Ages 8+) – Dino Escape Room
Participants will work in teams to solve a series of prehistoric-themed challenges, crack hidden codes, and unlock clues before time runs out. Register here!
Wednesday 6/24 at 6 PM (All Ages) – Lindsay and Her Puppet Pals
Lindsay is back with her puppet pals! Who will she bring by this time? Register here!
Thursday 6/25 at 10:15 AM (Ages 3+) – Cat Tales
Join us for a morning storytime, featuring cat-themed stories, songs, fun facts about cats, and two special guests. Register here!
Thursday 6/25 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Excavate a Cookie
Using a trowel (toothpick), carefully chip away the dirt without picking up the cookie. Register here!
Monday 6/29 at 3 PM (T/weens 10+) – Gamers Sanctuary
Step inside the ultimate mobile gaming experience! Register here!
Tuesday 6/30 at 4:30 PM (Ages 8+) – Clay Volcano with Pop Up Art School
Kids will sculpt a volcano using a pinch-pot technique, and create a dinosaur attached to the outside of their volcano. Register here!
JULY
Wednesdays in July (All Ages) – Stomp like a dinosaur around the Children’s Room and read a story along the way.
Wednesday 7/1 at 6 PM (Ages 6+) – History of Chocolate
Come celebrate the 250th and learn more about our sweet history at this fascinating program presented by Cocoa Beantown! Register here!
Thursday 7/2 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Suncatchers and Patriotic Shooters
Make patriotic suncatchers and celebrate July 4th with a smile! Register here!
Monday 7/6 at 4:30 PM (Ages 8+) – Dinosaur Painting with Pop Up Art School
In this fun painting program, kids will create an orange, spotted long-neck dinosaur happily munching on leafy greens. Register here!
Tuesday 7/7 at 4:30 (Ages 3+) – Arthropod Petting Zoo with Professor Bugman
Kids learn all about Arthropods, the most diverse group of animal life on the planet, during this exciting show-and-tell-and-touch program! Register here!
Wednesday 7/8 at 6 PM (Ages 5+) – Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream
Subzero Nitrogen is back demonstrating how liquid nitrogen can be used to freeze fresh ingredients into fresh ice cream! Register here!
Thursday 7/9 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Erupting Painted Volcano
Paint a fizzing volcano that erupts right before your eyes! Register here!
Saturday 7/11 at 10 AM (Ages 8+) – Dino Escape Room
Participants will work in teams to solve a series of prehistoric-themed challenges, crack hidden codes, and unlock clues before time runs out. Register now!
Monday 7/13 at 4:30 PM (T/weens 9+) – Bite Club: Fossil Cookies
Kids will mix, shape, and decorate their own edible “fossils” while learning basic baking techniques and kitchen creativity. Register here!
Tuesday 7/14 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – DIY Fossils
Join us in mixing together a simple salt dough and use toy dinosaurs to make your very own prehistoric fossils. Register here!
Wednesday 7/15 at 3 PM (Ages 3+) – Dino Stuffies
Children are invited to create their very own soft and cuddly dinosaur stuffed animal to take home. Register here!
Wednesday 7/15 at 3 PM (T/weens 10+) – Gamers Sanctuary
Step inside the ultimate mobile gaming experience! Register here!
Thursday 7/16 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Dinosaur Skeleton
All you need is sandpaper, pasta and dirt too! Bingo! A dinosaur! Register here!
Monday 7/20 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Bite Club: Dirt Cups
Kids will layer pudding, crushed cookies, and fun toppings to create their own delicious treat while practicing simple kitchen skills. Register here!
Tuesday 7/21 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Clay Worry Dinosaurs
Explore this fun medium with Ms. Cinda and sculpt a ‘worry’ dinosaur. Register here!
Wednesday 7/22 at 6 PM (Ages 5+) – Dinosaurs Rock
Discover the giants of Earth’s past through fossil digs, ancient bones, and captivating stories. Register here!
Thursday 7/23 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Fix Greek Pottery
Buried long ago, the pottery needs to be put back together. Can you do it? Register here!
Monday 7/27 at 4:30 PM (Ages 7+) – Bite Club: Gummy Dinos
Kids will create their own fun, dino-shaped sweets while learning simple cooking techniques and exploring a little kitchen creativity along the way. Register here!
Tuesday 7/28 at 4:30 PM (Ages 8+) – Candle Making Lab
Get creative and make your own custom scented candle! Register here!
Wednesday 7/29 at 6 PM (All Ages) – Flying High Dogs
Mike and his 4 flying high frisbee dogs are the #1 dog entertainment act in the world! Register here!
Thursday 7/30 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Dino-Tangrams
So many different shapes to pick out. Which ones will make the best dinosaur? Register here!
AUGUST
Monday 8/3 at 3 PM (T/weens 10+) – Gamers Sanctuary
Step inside the ultimate mobile gaming experience! Register here!
Tuesday 8/4 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Printmaking Workshop
Discover how to create a fantastic work of art from a piece of foam! Register here!
Wednesday 8/5 at 6 PM (All Ages) – Summer Reading Finale
Celebrate the end of summer reading with a fun finale at the library! Join us for an afternoon of cool treats and activities for all ages. Register here!
Thursday 8/6 at 4:30 PM (Ages 5+) – Recycled Dinosaurs
What to do with all the stuff around us? Bubble wrap, Q-tips, cardboard, bottle caps and more. Well, let’s make a dinosaur! Register here!