Take a look at Elmwood Park Branch's exciting schedule for this year's Summer Reading Program, Color Our World. You can find information on how to participate in Summer Reading Challenges on our main Summer Reading Page.
Summer Reading Kick-Off, featuring Caribbean Concert of Colors
Friday, June 27 at 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Join us for a fun-filled day of face painting and delicious popsicles to kick off the summer reading season! Then dance, sing along, and immerse yourself in the colorful sounds of the Caribbean.
More details on Caribbean Concert of Colors
Paint Party & Storytime: Blue Horse
Thursday, July 3, 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Kids and families looking to dive into a world of colors and stories will enjoy a painting party followed by a story!
Paint Party & Storytime: Colorful Monster
Friday, July 11, 2:00 – 3:30 pm
Kids and families looking to dive into a world of colors and stories will enjoy a painting party followed by a story!
Peg + Cat Experience (Ages 3 - 5)
Wednesday, July 16, 3:45 – 4:30 pm
Join Peg and her lovable sidekick Cat as they solve problems and explore the world of early math. This session by Detroit PBS Kids will feature Peg + Cat video screenings, engaging math activities, and storytime with related books.
Caricature Workshop
Friday, July 18, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Learn how to create hilarious and unique portraits, and enjoy free drawings by the caricature artist to take home as a special memento.
Color and Style
Friday, July 25, 2:00 – 3:30 pm
Turn a plain white t-shirt into a masterpiece by coloring a page of your choice and transferring it onto the shirt. Create a personalized t-shirt that you can wear all summer long!
Odd Squad Experience (Ages 5-8)
Wednesday, July 30, 12:15 - 1:15 pm
Step into the world of Odd Squad with Detroit PBS Kids! This hilarious and educational show helps kids build math skills while solving weird and wacky mysteries. We’ll bring Odd Squad to life with video clips, hands-on activities, and fun themed books.
Adult Screening: Building the Reading Brain
Wednesday, July 30, 12:15 - 1:15 pm
Calling all parents and caregivers! Join Detroit PBS for a special screening of Building the Reading Brain, an insightful program designed to help you understand how children learn to read. Explore the science of how the brain learns to read, expert advice from educators and neuroscientists, and practical tips to support your child’s literacy development.
Slushy-Kona Ice
Thursday, July 31, 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Sip on slushies and dive into some great books!
Summer Reading Finale – Animal Magic Show
Thursday, July 31, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Join us for a wild and magical summer reading finale with an exciting animal magic show that will leave you in awe.