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Dive into summer reading!
"Make a splash – READ!" is the theme of the North Olympic Library System’s 2010 summer reading program. This annual program encourages kids to continue reading during summer when school is out by offering free events and prizes. Beginning Monday, June 21st and ending August 7, children throughout Clallam County are invited to sign up for the program at any of the four North Olympic Libraries: Port Angeles, Clallam Bay, Forks, and Sequim.
Did you know that, in what is called the "summer slide," children who do not read over the summer can lose up to a month of learning from the previous year? According to the New York State Library, children who read six books during the summer have a greater likelihood of retaining the level of proficiency they achieved in the previous year. NOLS’ summer reading program gives children and teens a positive experience with books and reading and increases their awareness of the library as a resource for information. And it’s lots of fun, too!
When: June 21-August 7th
Who: Children ages 0-12 in Clallam County
Where: Any North Olympic Library System Library (Forks, Clallam Bay, Sequim, Port Angeles)
To get a prize:
- Read (or be read to) for three hours.
- Complete a summer reading activity.
- Color in a circle and stop at the Library for a prize.
- Complete 15 hours of reading and five activities to be entered into a grand prize drawing.
Cost? Free!
Port Angeles Main Library
2210 South Peabody, 360.417.8500, kids@nols.org
Programs sponsored by Port Angeles Friends of the Library.
June 23 - 2pm Harmonica Pocket
Port Townsend musicians jam and tell stories with the help of a ukulele and hula hoop.
More about the performer.
June 30 - 2pm Cap’n Arrr
Come dressed as a pirate, and walk, talk, and laugh like a pirate.
More about the performer.
July 7 - 2pm Valentine’s Pigs
Watch these famous pigs perform amazing tricks!
More about the performer.
July 14 - 2pm Mad Science of South Sound
Be amazed by the magic of science!
More about the performer.
July 21 - 1pm Jeff Evans
Help welcome back this popular magician with his new show - Aquifer Man.
More about the performer.
July 28 - 2pm Recycled Crafts
Everything you need to create an original work of art.
August 4 - 3pm Oregon Shadow Theatre
Colorful shadow puppets and live music help bring the fairytale of “Jack and the Dragon” to life.
More about the performer.
August 7 - 4pm Take Over the Pool
Really make a splash! Party at the pool to celebrate the conclusion of the Summer Reading Program.
This grand finale program will take place at the William Shore Memorial Pool (225 E. 5th St., Port Angeles).
Sequim Branch Library
630 North Sequim Avenue, 360.638.1161, kids@nols.org
Programs sponsored by Friends of the Sequim Library.
In rainy weather, programs will be held at the Sequim Middle School. Call (360) 683-1161 if in doubt.
June 23 – 10:30am Harmonica Pocket
Port Townsend musicians jam and tell stories with the help of a ukulele and hula hoop.
More about the performer.
June 30 – 10:30am Cap’n Arrr
Come dressed as a pirate, and walk, talk, and laugh like a pirate.
More about the performer.
July 7 -10:30am Valentine’s Pigs
Watch these famous pigs perform amazing tricks!
More about the performer.
July 14 -10:30am Mad Science of South Sound
Be amazed by the magic of science!
More about the performer.
July 21 -10:30am Jeff Evans
Help welcome back this popular magician with his new show - Aquifer Man.
More about the performer.
July 28 – 10:30am Zambini Brothers
The Zambini Brothers host an impressive variety of puppets creating creatures and characters of all shapes and sizes.
More about the performer.
August 4 – 10:30am Oregon Shadow Theatre
Colorful shadow puppets and live music help bring the fairytale of “Jack and the Dragon” to life.
Please note: This program will be held at the Sequim High School (601 North Sequim Avenue).
More about the performer.
Forks Branch Library
171 Forks Avenue South, 360.374.6402, kids@nols.org
Programs sponsored by Forks Friends of the Library.
June 30 - 2pm Water Poetry
Rebecca leads this program highlighting both the beauty and importance of water through poetry.
July 14 - 2pm Science of Water
Join Christie for a hands-on program all about water. Boys and girls will learn about the water cycle and
make a rain gauge to take home and measure the rainfall that makes Forks famous.
July 21 - 4pm Jeff Evans
Help welcome back this popular magician with his new show - Aquifer Man.
More about the performer.
August 4 - 2pm Something Fishy
Swim into the library for a fishy craft project. Theresa will lead this activity
and encourages children to wear old clothes because it could get delightfully messy!
Clallam Bay Branch Library
Highway 112 Clallam Bay, 360.963.2414, kids@nols.org
Programs sponsored by Clallam Bay Friends of the Library,
West End Youth and Community Club, West End Seniors, and the Clallam Bay/Sekiu Chamber of Commerce.
July 7 - 10am Adele’s Craft Hour
Reservations are required for this program. Please call 360.963.2414 or stop in to sign up.
Jul 10 - 2pm Mad Science
Be amazed as you witness the instant formation of ice and the creation of rain clouds. Discover how to make things float!
It isn't magic...it's Science!
More about the performer.
July 21 - 7pm Jeff Evans
Help welcome back this popular magician with his new show - Aquifer Man!
More about the performer.
August 4 - 10am Adele’s Craft Hour
Adele’s Craft Hours always fill up fast, so be sure to register in advance by calling 360.963.2414 or come in to sign up.