It’s that time of year again! The librarians are out visiting over 4,000 students in New Westminster classrooms to promote this year’s summer reading clubs.
Pack your bags and grab a great book to read. This year’s theme for both the teen and children’s reading clubs is Book a Trip. Children aged three to 11 can participate by reading daily and earning stickers and prizes. After seven weeks of reading, they will receive a Summer Reading Club medal. Teens can complete weekly challenges to win books, gift cards and sweet treats. They will also be eligible for the grand prize draw of a $10 gift card of their choice.
The summer reading clubs kickoff on Wednesday, June 22. You can sign up and get reading, and kids aged three to 11 years can attend either the Queensborough or main branch kick-off party held at 3:30 p.m. the same day.
A number of other free drop-in programs will be taking place at the library this summer. Babytimes for wee ones aged zero to 23 months will be held Fridays at 10:30 a.m., beginning July 8.
Children aged two to six are welcome to participate in Summer Storytime and Craft on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., beginning July 6. Fun stories followed by a simple craft will delight your child. This program will also be offered at the Queensborough branch on Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
Five- to 10-year olds will love the Summer Fun Days, which will feature a special presentation or activity. Don’t miss out! Drop by on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. beginning July 5.
We’ll be holding a special activity program each week, based on the Book a Trip theme. Designed for kids aged six to 12, this program will take place Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. beginning July 7. The same program will take place at the Queensborough branch Wednesdays at 2 p.m. beginning July 6.
Parlez-vous français? Enjoy French stories and songs at the French Storytimes for all ages on Mondays at 10:30 a.m., beginning July 4.
