SHAMOKIN - The Shamokin-Coal Township Public Library has announced its summer reading program will begin at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 3.
The program will be held on consecutive Wednesdays from July 3 to Aug. 7. This year's theme is "Dig Into Reading." Children of all ages are welcome, accompanied by an adult. Programs include stories, crafts, snacks and guest shows.
The reading program will begin with "Howl at the Moon With a Ground Dweller Tune!" presented by Tom Sieling.
On July 10, the library will "Dig Into Adventure at the Library" with ventriloquist Bruce Weaver and Friends.
Matthew Dodd will entertain on July 17 with "Songs and Stories From Underground."
On July 24, Eddie Ray will present "Magic Underground." Michael L. Reist (The Amazing Magi) will do more "Dig Into Reading" magic on July 31.
The "End-Of-Summer" Reading Party will be on Aug. 7. Participants may share their experiences of what they learned, play games and enjoy snacks. Prizes and certificates will be given out, and everyone will have fun.
A concurrent summer reading program will be held for children with advanced reading skills. Participants will receive suggested reading titles in a folder which will be stamped for each book read. All are welcome to the guest presentations.
Registration is suggested, and begins immediately. Please register at the library to receive program materials.
All programs are sponsored by the Shamokin Area Education Association.