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Make the most of your child's summer break through the Summer Reading Program!
From June 1-July 31, expect engaging events, fun activities, and, of course, a LOT of reading.
Take a look at everything we've got to offer!
READING | Motivate and affirm your child's reading by logging the books or hours read for a prize.
Small Prize for All Participants
Small Prize for All Participants
Read ten (10) books OR five (5) hours to receive a small prize!
Keep Reading!
Keep Reading!
Drawing chances for other prizes will be given for each additional five hours/ten books of reading. Let's see how high you can go!
Branch Prizes
Branch Prizes
Keep an eye out for an email at the end of summer inviting you to pick up your prize. Upon arrival, you can pick up your small prize and may even be the lucky winner of a branch prize!
Track the hours or books through Beanstack or with a paper log from your branch.
Prizes will be distributed at the end of the Summer Reading Program. Paper reading logs and Beanstack reading logs must be submitted by July 31.
EVENTS | Celebrate the summer at these exciting events.
JCL-Arnold Highlights
Amateur Paleontology with Bob and Peggy Karleskint | Thurs., July 9 at 6:00 PM
Spend the evening learning about rocks and dinosaur bones.
Ages 10+. Registration Required.
Mr. Taps! Magic Show | Tues., July 28 at 3:00 PM
Have you ever seen a dancing magician? Ready or not, this program is silly, speedy, and delightfully off-the-rails.
For all ages. Registration required.
JCL-Cedar Hill Highlights
Dino Yoga | Mon., June 29 at 9:30 AM
Join Ms. Brenda and do fun dinosaur yoga poses.
For Ages 6-12. Registration Required.
Ancient Map Craft Class | Mon., June 29 at 6 PM
Use various techniques to "age" paper and then draw an ancient map!
All supplies provided.
For Ages 14 and older. Registration Required.
JCL-Northwest Highlights
Woodland Workshop: Necklace Terrarium | Mon., July 6 at 3 PM
Join Ms. Alexis to create a unique necklace that acts as a terrarium.
Kids of all ages are welcome. Registration is required
Water Play Day! | Sat., July 11 at 11 AM
Join the High Ridge Fire Department for a super fun event where they'll help us keep cool and hose down our parking lot!
All ages.
Peg's Paleontology Program | Fri., July 17 at 3 PM
Hear a High Ridge local talk about hunting for dinosaur fossils!
All ages! Registration recommended.
JCL-Windsor Highlights
Minecraft | Tues., July 21 at 4:30 PM
Students will dive into the world of Minecraft while developing creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Ages 7-14. Registration required.
Indoor Mini Golf | Tues., July 7 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Play the day away with your family and friends at this no-cost mini golf event brought to you by the Jefferson County Library Foundation!
All Ages. Registration Required.
Picnic "Beats" at the Library | Wed., July 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM
A live DJ will be spinning a vibrant mix of a feel-good-tunes, perfect for relaxing, line dancing or just soaking up the atmosphere.
All ages. Registration required.
Please note that many events require registration. Summer events for kids and teens with a high demand may have registration opening dates or pre-registration available only at Summer Reading Preview Events.
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