The Millard Oakley Public Library is thrilled to announce the start of its “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program, inviting young patrons to explore their creative side through a vibrant array of arts, crafts, and engaging activities. The program officially kicks off with the recognition of its coloring contest winners, whose winning pages are printed below this story:
Age 0-5: Mason Heard
6-11: Audrey Savage
12-18: Elizabeth Perry
This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” promises a summer filled with artistic expression and fun for all participants. A diverse calendar of events is planned, including opportunities to learn about balloon animals, dance, painting, pottery and storytelling.
Thanks to the Overton School system, lunch will be provided at all events, and participation is entirely free. For the safety of all attendees, an adult is required to be present at all times.
Summer Program
Schedule
June 19: Closed to Observe Juneteenth
June 26: Balloon Animals & Face Painting
July 3: Acrylic Painting
July 10: Paper Crafts
July 17: Pottery
July 24: Final Celebration & Awards
Reading Challenges
& Rewards
In addition to the exciting events, the Summer Reading Program offers flexible ways for young readers to track their progress. Participants can opt for traditional paper reading logs or utilize the new online tracking system available at mopl.readsquared.com, accessible for both readers and their adults.
The reading bingo will also return, offering fantastic rewards: a free ice cream from Dairy Queen for the first bingo, a free personal pan pizza from Pizza Hut for the second, and a free day at the Livingston Pool for a third bingo.
“Rock Bookworm” Hunt
Adding another layer of artistic adventure, painted rocks featuring “MOPL” will be hidden throughout Livingston. Children who find these special rocks are encouraged to bring them to the library to help complete the “Rock Bookworm” display. Every painted rock returned will be rewarded with art supplies.
All readers aged 18 and younger are welcome to participate in these exciting activities.
