You might not hear the phrase “Reading is FUNdemental” much anymore, however, it still holds true.
And the High Point Public Library is encouraging kids to take part in the new summer program that should also allow some parents a little quiet time to themselves during the long hot summer months.
This week, the library announced that its 2024 Summer Programs will begin on Monday, June 10.
The theme this year is “Adventure Begins at Your Library!” and the library will offer reading incentives, programs and activities for all ages.
In June, the following events will be offered for children ages 0 -12. These programs don’t require registration unless indicated otherwise. You can sign up for email reminders at bit.ly/3MwnFXd.
Here are the offerings…
Saturday, June 8 at 11 a.m. — All-A-Flutter Butterfly Release in the Library’s Arts and Education Plaza
Thursday, June 13 at 11 a.m. — Big Bang Boom! Program at the Oakview Recreation Center (503 James Rd.)
Saturday, June 15 at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Vision Check for Kids in the Morgan Room at the Library
Thursday, June 20 at 11 a.m. — TaleWise Science Program at the Oakview Recreation Center (503 James Rd.)
Saturday, June 22 at 11 a.m. — TaleWise Science Program in the Story Room at the Library
Thursday, June 27 at 11 a.m. — Down to Earth Aerial Program at the Oakview Recreation Center (503 James Rd.)
Saturday, June 29 at 11 a.m. — Superhero Meet & Greet in the Story Room at the Library
The following event will be offered for children ages 6-12.
Tuesday, June 18 at 4:00 p.m. —the Discover Morocco Program, in the Story Room at the Library. Registration is required and opens two weeks in advance at bit.ly/3WQIYsr
The following event will be offered for children ages 7-12.
Monday, June 10, and Tuesday, June 11 at 9 a.m. — STEM Camp, presented by NC Cooperative Extension, in the Morgan Community Room. Registration is required and opens two weeks in advance at bit.ly/3AJPiGs
Library employees are encouraging children to pick up a backpack, reading log, and stickers so they can earn weekly prizes for reading.
Participants can also enter the raffle for the grand prizes that will be announced at the end of the summer – including a Nintendo Switch Lite, Chromebook, Bicycle, Big Wheel, Lego set, Duplo set, American Girl Doll of the Year, and Wellie Wisher.
The reading challenge runs from June 10 to August 2.
Also, you can get information and register for the regular monthly children’s clubs and activities at bit.ly/3A36lSp
In June the following activities will be offered for teens ages 13-18. There’s no registration required…
Monday, June 10 — Summer Reading Kickoff! at the Readers’ Services Desk on the third floor; snacks in the Teen Garage from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.
You can sign up for the Summer Reading Program and get a starter kit.
Or learn about the Library Lotto Incentive Program, and “earn goodies and prizes all summer!”
Every teen who enrolls in the Summer Reading Program is entitled to one free book of their choice.
Summer Selfie Station, Library Hours, third floor
Tuesday, June 11 — Crafty Teens: Fantasy Map Making, library hours while supplies last
Thursday, June 13 – Book Genre Bingo, Pick up a Bingo card during library hours
Tuesday, June 18 – Scavenger Hunt, Pick up a Clue Card during library hours
Tuesday, June 25 — Pixel Art Workshop, 4 p.m., Teen Garage
Finally, the library will host a Teen Photography Contest from June 27-July 21. For more information about this opportunity, email hpplteenservices@gmail.com.
Also, there will be a Teen Summer Reading, from June 10 to August 2. You can earn prizes for reading books over the summer. Register online at https://www.highpointnc.gov/1765/Summer-Reading-Programs.
The Adult Summer Reading Program kicks off on June 10 with the summer book challenge registration opening.
The announcement from the library states that you can “Register online or at Adult Summer Reading displays in the lobby or on the 3rd floor. Between June 10 and August 2, read books in any format (print, eBook, audiobook CD, or digital) or genre (Manga, fiction, or non-fiction). Log every book you read online or drop in the boxes at the displays.”
After August 2, prizes will be awarded to winners in the following categories: Most print or eBooks, Most audiobooks, Most graphic novels/Manga – and one random drawing. Each book that you log counts as an entry in the drawing. You can register online at: https://www.highpointnc.gov/1765/Summer-Reading-Programs.
For more information about the Children’s programs and activities, contact Children’s Services Manager Sarah Nareau at sarah.nareau@highpointnc.gov.
For more information about the Teen programs and activities, contact Leslie Harrison at leslie.harrison@highpointnc.gov.
If you want more information about the program for Adults, contact Pam Lyon at pam.lyon@highpointnc.gov.
