Stacy Mills/Contributing Writer
Beginning June 7th and running every Wednesday morning through July 26th, the Jefferson Carnegie Library will host children ages K-5th grades for the Summer Reading Program. This year the theme is “Caddo Critters”. Animals, fish, and birds living in or around Caddo Lake and The Big Cypress Bayou will be showcased at the weekly Wednesday sessions from 10:00-11:00am. Want to learn more about frogs, owls, turtles, and paddlefish? Each week one of these ‘critters’ will be highlighted through books and hands-on activities.
The Summer Reading Program is facilitated by Youth Services Coordinator, Sandra Spencer. Sandra and her team of volunteers plan each week’s activities which may include art projects, games, movement, and story time. Snacks are provided as well. This year’s “Caddo Critters” theme should be a fun way for children to learn more about the wildlife and environment that surrounds Caddo Lake as well as the Big Cypress Bayou that runs through Jefferson.
Put these dates on your calendar and plan to bring your child to the library for a summer of fun activities. While you’re there, let them select books from the shelves to take home for summer reading. There is nothing better than enjoying a good book on a hot summer afternoon.
June 7th July 5th
June 14 July 12th
June 21 July 19
June 28 July 26
Want to know what the first ‘critter’ to be highlighted will be? Join us on June 7th and find out. We look forward to having you come for an hour of fun, engaging activities. See you then!