Summer Reading is at Limestone Township Library District

 

 

Summer Reading is at Limestone Township Library District

 

Perhaps you have heard us talking about “Summer Reading: Where Wild Wonders Await!” at the library. Perhaps you think it’s too late to sign up for the program or that you are too old to sign up.

Well, it’s not too late to sign up for summer reading and no one is too old for summer reading.

All you have to do is fill out a simple form that can be found at the library or on our website. Once you turn it in to the library, you will receive a folder with fun paper activities, a calendar of events for June and July, and log sheets to keep track of your reading.

For every twenty minutes that you read, you fill in a fish on the log sheet. For every fish that you color in, you receive a ticket for the raffle prize baskets.

We have 14 raffle prize baskets, ranging from pre-k to adults and family baskets. You can put your tickets in any ticket bucket of your choosing.

And if you read 300 minutes, you can qualify to attend the Summer Reading Finale program in July.

You do not need a library card to participate. But having one gives you access to all the library’s physical materials and E-resources.

We look forward to seeing you all summer long.

Check out more of our upcoming programing. Sign up for these programs by stopping in at the library, emailing Heather at hkeene@limestonelibrary.org or calling the front desk at 815-939-1696.

The Northern Illinois Anglers Association is coming to the library to present on local sustainable fishing practices on Wednesday, June 18 from 10:30 A.M. till 12:00 Noon. Come and learn how to be a better steward of our fishing grounds.

Our First Take-and-Make for the Summer! Paper Roll Crab! All the parts are in the kit, but you need to provide the glue and the manpower to make our parts look like a crab! Available starting Wednesday, June 18 while supplies last!

Please be aware that the library will be closed on Thursday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. The library will re-open on Friday, June 20 at 10:00 A.M.

Kids ages 6-12 are invited to join us on Friday, June 20 at 11:00 A.M.as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration teaches us river basics! Learn from NOAA about river systems from this informative video.

It’s Family Movie Day on Saturday, June 21 at 12:00 P.M. This month we are watching “Finding Dory” about our favorite cute little fish who is looking for her family. Snacks will be served.

Join us for Amphibian Week of Summer Reading on Monday, June 23 at 3:00 P.M. as we create frogs out of air-dry clay! This program is for kids ages 6-12. All supplies are provided.

Join us for the Writer's Group on June 23 at 6:30 PM. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow writers, share ideas, and receive feedback on your work. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, all are welcome to participate in an engaging and supportive environment. Bring your latest piece or simply come to listen and learn from others.

We invite young adults (ages 12-18) to the library on Tuesday, June 24 at 1:00 P.M. to have fun making a fun 3D pond themed shadow box! All supplies are provided.

Families will want to join us at the Kankakee River State Park on Tuesday, June 24 at 4:00 P.M. for a bird activity, reptile talk, and a guided hike! This takes place at the Kankakee River State Park visitor center, at 5314 W State Route 102 in Bourbonnais. Make sure to register ahead of time at the library.

On Wednesday, June 25, at 10:30 A.M. we are decorating Frog Cookies! Together we will decorate dart frog themed cookies! This program is for kids, ages 6-12. All supplies are provided.

Do you like adorable Axolotls? So do we! Which means the Pre-K crowd is invited join us on Thursday, June 26 at 11:00 A.M. when we make paper Axolotls. All supplies are provided. There is no fee for this program.

Families are invited to join us with your crowns and your fancy afternoon attire for a Prince and Princess Tea Party on Thursday, June 26 at 5:00 P.M. We will have snacks and drinks and fun galore. There is no fee for this program.

Jorie Walters will be at the library on Friday, June 27 at 10:30 P.M. for a Historical Presentation on the Formation of the Kankakee River State Park. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. There is no fee for this program.

Kids aged 6 through 12 are invited to join us on Friday, June 27 when we make Frog Egg Slime. This messy but fun activity has all supplies provided, there is no fee for this program.

Have you ever wanted to make your own paper? Families are invited to join us on Saturday, June 28 at 12:00 P.M. to make their own paper by recycling scrap paper.

Please be aware that Saturday, June 28 is the last day to register for our Tie-Dye Afternoon on Saturday, July 12.

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.

Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.