MAKE WAVES / MAKE A SPLASH @ YOUR LIBRARY
We’re set for another great summer library program at the Horton Public Library. This year we invite kids of all ages to come to the library for fun programs and events with an emphasis on the wonder of water. There are many special surprises planned and even children who are not yet readers are encouraged to participate with the help of older siblings or parents to read to them.
READING PROGRAM
Signup for the Reading program will be at the Library the week beginning May 24. Each child should have a goal in mind for the number of books they will read in the 5-week period that will end June 26. There are minimum goals for all children:
Non-readers – 15 books Readers through 3rd grade – 15 books
Readers in grades 4 or greater – 5 books
All children will be given a log to keep track of books read plus a book bag and bookmark. Reading logs MUST be turned into the library staff on/before June 26 so that they can receive awards at the Final Party.
EVENTS CALENDAR
May 24 – Signup begins at the Library
May 24 – Pick up entry forms for the Short Story Contest that is open to all school-aged children. Contest runs through June 15. There will be first place prizes awarded for Grades 1-2; Grades 3-4; Grades 5-6; Grades 7 & up.
June 1 – 10:00 – 11:00 Kickoff Program – Aaron Fowler – An upbeat program Making a Big Splash with Music starts our summer fun with a musical program from this performer who comes to us from Wichita, KS. He was born in Topeka, KS and taught for 11 years in the Wichita School District before touring as a Performing Artist. He plans an interactive program of music that is sure to bring a smile to you hearts and rhythm to your feet!
June 8 – 10:00 – 11:00 Program – Dale Huffman – Dale comes to us from Lee’s Summit, MO where he is an adult leader for the Society of Young Magicians, which teaches magic to children. He’s planning on providing a great show, Simply Magic by Dale, with water tricks, strong audience interaction, comedy and fun for you to enjoy!
June 10 – 10:00 – 10:30 Preschool Story time / Activity – Rainbow Fish Fun!
June 15 – 10:00 – 11:00 Program – Vodvill Entertainment Company – Richard Renner, one of America’s most beloved clowns brings his goofy garbage man character to the Library to talk about REducing, REusing and REcycling in a REdiculous way! He’ll be using wacky inventions, circus arts, music and interactive games to lead kids through the wonderful world of trash and resources and show how you can make a difference.
June 15 – Turn in Short Story Contest entries.
June 17 – 24 Fish bowl Contest
June 22 – 10:00 – 11:00 Craft Day – Kids in K-2 grade will be making a funny shark hat and kids in 3rd grade and above will have fun recycling magazines to create a usable tote or book bag.
June 22 – 10:00 – 11:00 Preschool Story time / Craft activity – All preschool aged children will have a special story time upstairs and will create their own boats for outside play while the rest of the kids are finishing their craft projects in the basement. (Weather permitting).
June 26 – All Reading Logs need to be turned in by this date.
June 29 – 10:00 – 11:30 – Beach Party for all participants.
