2025 Summer Reading
Events, Activities & Programs
All Summer Long – Eager Reader Program
The Eager Reader Program provides prizes for individuals who enroll in summer reading and check items out of the library between June 1, 2025 and August 31, 2025. Each item checked out from the library earns you a sticker for your tracker bookmark, and for every 10 stickers you can enter to win a prize basket.
Everyone who enrolls in Summer Reading earns a submission to win a prize basket!
Ted’s Troupe Storytime
Ages 0 – 5 years
Early literacy support for birth thru age 5 children and their caregivers. Every Monday children enjoy some stories with Mrs. Weatherby, a snack, an activity and some social time with peers. Participants receive a complimentary tote and information packet to help with literacy at home, as well as a keepsake “My First Library Card” for your little one.
Pancakes & Pajamas
Ages 0 – 11 years
Enjoy a movie showing in the library with breakfast served. Movies are partnered with the books that inspired them, and all children in attendance take home a free copy of the book to enjoy.
Epic Art
All ages
Splatter paint, spin art, and clay sculpture projects happening on the library lawn. These crafty projects are fun (and a little messy!), and are a great time to get your library card for those who don’t yet have one. Check the event calendar for detailed information of each project.
Take-and-Makes
Ages 1-5
Take-and-makes are now available for our youngest library lovers! These simple, short projects are designed to be completed with the help of a caregiver and can be done in the library or at home. Be sure to explore the library and take home a few fun books or activities with your visit. Activities available on a first come, first serve basis. Check our Facebook page for detailed announcements of each project!
Take-and-Makes
Ages 6-11
Children learn thru play, and sometime’s that play happens on a flexible schedule. Activities will be available each month during library open hours, with activities changing all summer long. Activities available on a first come, first serve basis. Check our Facebook page for detailed announcements of each project!
Movie Nights
All ages
Join us in the library each Thursday to select a movie title of your choice and receive complimentary candy and popcorn! This fun family activity can be shared by family members of all ages, and all movies within the library collection are eligible.
These programs are made possible with generous support from the Bernard Carl and Shirley Rosen Library Fund of the Community Foundation of Tompkins County