As summer approaches, local libraries are turning up the fun with engaging summer reading programs for kids and adults! These programs are more than just a way to beat the heat—they’re a chance for children to explore new worlds, build literacy skills, and develop a lifelong love of reading. With themed challenges, interactive storytimes, and exciting prizes, our incredible local libraries are making reading an adventure the whole family can enjoy!
Details about Summer Reading Programs will be shared in both May issues of CONNECT 4Kids, so stay tuned for more information!
Clayton-Liberty Township Public Library: Be Enchanted with Reading!
Dates: June 2-July 11
Everyone can participate, and the program is FREE! They will have programs for preschool and school-age children, teens, and adults. You do not have to have a library card to participate.
Beginning May 22, sign up online at clayton.lib.in.us or stop by the library and sign up in person. Summer reading packets are available for pick up starting June 2. Track reading on the provided tracker and earn raffle tickets (for time spent reading (children) or by books read (teens and adults)) toward amazing prizes, including bikes, giftcards, keyboard, Squishmallows, and more!
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library: Color Our World
Dates: June 2-July 14
Sign-ups are open now at pgtpl.net/SRC2025! The Summer Reading Club is open to anyone, birth through adult. Each age group receives a different reading log to track time spent reading and participating in early literacy activities (for younger kids).
Teens are invited to a special SRC Kickoff Party on June 2, 12-2pm, and a Children’s SRC Kickoff Party on June 2, 4:30-6pm. Families can bring in the reading logs throughout the summer or when they’re done. Early Literacy, Children, and Teen earn prizes and raffle tickets as they go. Once you complete the reading log, choose a FREE book to keep! Adults earn raffle tickets as they go. Once you complete the reading log, enter a grand raffle for a special gift card!
Raffle prizes for children include an art box from Kids Art Box, a slime-making kit, a tie-dye kit, toddler-friendly art materials, a build-it yourself claw machine, a kit of art and craft supplies, and a diy pottery kit.
We’ll wrap up the Summer Reading Club with a special after-hours completion party for Teens on Friday, July 11, 6-8pm, and an art show and reception featuring art created throughout the summer for Children on Saturday, July 12, 3-4pm. [To attend the Teen Summer Reading Completion Party, they must be registered for the Summer Reading Club.]
Consider attending some of these art-themed special programs:
- Art Is Around the Corner | Saturday, June 14, 2-4pm. Learn from Giselle Trujillo, a local artist! Families will create art from recycled materials, connect to the environment, and learn about creative self-expression. Register every person attending at: https://plainfieldlibrary.libnet.info/event/13138597
- Color Our World: Paint by Numbers | Wednesday, June 4, 4:30-5pm
- Color Our World: Starry Nights with Van Gogh | Thursday, June 12, 4-5pm
- Color Our World: Book Bedazzling | Monday, June 16, 5-5:30pm
- Color Our World: Easy Abstract Art | Thursday, June 26, 5-5:30pm
- Color Our World: POP! Art | Monday, June 30, 4-5pm
- Color Our World: Louise Bourgeois Art | Tuesday, July 8, 5-5:30pm
Kids are encouraged to attend these special party programs this summer:
- The Baby-Sitters Club Party | Tuesday, June 10, 5-5:30pm
- Pokemon Party | Wednesday, June 18, 4:30-5:30pm
- Beach Party | Tuesday, June 24, 4:30-5:30pm
- Minecraft Mayhem | Wednesday, July 2, 4:30-5:30pm
- Baby and Toddler Jam | Thursday, July 10, 4:30-5:30pm
Teens can look forward to these daily programs, which begin at 12:30pm and feature a specific theme:
- Make-It Mondays:New and exciting crafts
- Tech Tuesdays: Gaming and STEM programs
- Wednesday Crafternoons: Simple crafts
- Try-It Thursdays: Adventurous board games
- Feature Fridays: Fun and exciting movies