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Summer Reading 2026 at Conely

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Take a look at Conely 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.

Kick-Off Party: Baby Dino 
Tuesday, June 23, 4:00 pm 
Led by Fairytale Entertainment’s Dinosaur Explorer, who shares tales of exploration and relics of his adventure.  Come meet and greet a baby dino, take home pictures, tales, and other fun stuff for the start of the “Unearth a Story” Summer program at Conely.   

Game Night
Thursdays, June 25, July 9 & 23, 5:30 – 7:30 pm 
Test your skills in a dino sports party and other PS5 games while visiting the Conely Branch.  Takes place every other Thursday evening in the Teen area.   

STEAM: Smores 
Wednesday, July 1, 4:00 pm 
Build a solar powered oven to help melt America’s favorite gooey treat. 

Trivia Night: America 250 Anniversary 
Thursday, July 2, 5:30 – 7:30 pm 
Test your knowledge with fellow history buffs. Pizza and pop will be provided.   

Footprints
Tuesday, July 7, 4:00 pm
Hosted by 826michigan, turn mystery footprints into unforgettable stories! Participants imagine the animals behind the tracks, then collaborate to create a thrilling Choose Your Own Adventure.  

Crafternoon: Dino Garden 
Wednesday, July 8, 4:00 pm 
Create a garden to house some cute dinosaurs.   

Escape Route
Tuesday, July 14, 4:00 pm 
Hosted by 826michigan, explore dinosaurs through fossils and photos, then dream up a fun escape plan just in case their dino friend turns out to be less than friendly!  

STEAM: Dino Chalk 
Wednesday, July 15, 4:00 pm 
Find out how to create chalk in fun dino shapes.   

Crafternoon: Dino Egg Bath Bombs 
Wednesday, July 22, 4:00 pm 
Build your own fizzy bath bombs with a cute prehistoric surprise inside.   

STEAM: Camo Tie Dye 
Wednesday, July 29, 4:00 pm 
Experiment with color and create a T-shirt that can help blend in with your favorite dinosaur.   

Lego Challenge: Build a Dino Habitat 
Thursday, July 30, 5:30 – 7:30 pm 
Challenge yourself to create a habitat to house some prehistoric reptiles.   

Summer Ending Party: Super Steam Festival 
Friday, July 31, 3:00 – 5:00 pm 
Discover the excitement of excavation and exploration with the Ann Arbors Hands-On Museum. Rotate through archaeology inspired activity stations that blend science, art, and the natural world that explores the prehistoric age. 

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