Take a look at Bowen Branch's exciting schedule for this year's Summer Reading Program, Unearth a Story. You can find information on how to participate in Summer Reading Challenges on our main Summer Reading Page.
Summer Storytime
Wednesdays, June 24 – August 5 (No storytime July 1), 11:00 am
Our weekly storytime, but with
a summer twist! Enjoy listening to stories, singing, playing, and more
with Ms. Melissa. Kids of all ages welcome, though geared toward ages
2-6. No registration required.
Family Movie Matinees
Tuesdays, June 23 – August 4, 2:00 pm
Beat the heat and join us inside for family-friendly movies! Every Tuesday we will show a film and provide light refreshments. All Ages.
Exotic Zoo
Friday, June 26, 2:00 pm
Kick-off Summer
Reading with a visit from Exotic Zoo! See LIVE animals like a kangaroo,
a python, a lynx, and a dwarf goat! All ages welcome. No registration required.
DinoBuilders
Wednesday, July 1, 1:00 pm
Entertainer Joel Tacey and staff present hands-on STEM activities featuring popular dinosaurs made with large, foam-block dino bones. Kids of all ages will enjoy building imaginative dinosaurs using large foam fossils - it’s a creative way to learn and play!
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday!
Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10
Celebrate America’s Birthday with activities all week long, including crafts, fact sheets, a scavenger hunt, coloring pages and more! Kids of all ages welcome, but younger children may need assistance. No registration required.
Super Salt Dough
Thursday, July 9, 4:00 pm
Make your own simple salt dough to take home, then add glitter or food coloring to make it unique. For kids of all ages, but younger children may need assistance. No registration required.
Lego Building Contest
Thursday, July 23, 6:00 pm
It’s Lego
building time! Children will be given a prompt and then have 40 minutes
to build something amazing based on the challenge. Library staff
will judge the entries and the grand prize winner will get a Lego set to keep. All other participants will receive a small prize. For kids ages 5 and up.
Bracelet Making
Thursday, July 30, 5:00 pm
Drop in and make your own bracelets! All supplies will be provided. For kids ages 5 and up.
Lilo and Stitch Luau Party
Friday, August 7, 2:00 pm
Join us for a Summer Reading wrap-up party featuring Stitch! Dancing, obstacle course, parachute games, crafts, snacks, and more! You will be able to have your photo taken with Stitch. For kids of all ages. No registration required.