***The library will be closed on Monday, June 20th in observance of Juneteenth and on Monday, July 4th for Independence Day***
Summer Reading 2022 | June 13 – July 23
Explore Oceans of Possibilities at the library this summer! We will offer themed stories and crafts for children 5 and under, weekly activities for kids ages 6-12 as a part of our Pirate Crew, beachy art and cooking classes for teens and adults, Saturday make-and-take crafts, and a downtown treasure hunt.
Find the full schedule of events for the summer, print a reading log, sign up to participate online and more at giblib.org/summer
Sushi Rolling Class | Saturday, July 9, 10:00 AM
Learn to make a basic sushi roll.
For teens and adults.
All materials will be provided.
This class is free, but registration is required.
Register online here!
Beach Scenes on Canvas with Kay | Saturday, July 16, 10:00 AM
Create a unique beach scene with paint on canvas. All materials will be provided for this art class led by local artist Kay Brooks.
For teens and adults.
This class is free, but registration is required.
Register online here!
Summer Reading Wrap-up | Saturday, July 23, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This drop-in event runs from 9am – 3pm.
Create a special mini-aquarium craft, complete with your own “pet” fish!
Help support our community school supply drive by bringing a donation – you can even earn a special badge designed by the artist behind “All She Wrote Notes” for donating!
This is also your chance to submit your final summer reading log.
Saturday Drop-In Crafts
Drop by the library for a new make-and-take craft each Saturday.
A great FREE activity for families.
Come on in, beat the heat, and get creative at the library!
Available all day (9am – 3pm), every Saturday through July 23.
Pirate Treasure Hunt Downtown – through July 23
Have you seen the “hidden treasures” along Main street?
Stop by the library to get a treasure hunt guide, or print at home from giblib.org/summer
Each piece of treasure you find earns you a new Summer Reading 2022 badge!
Find all six pieces of hidden treasure to complete the hunt and earn all the badges.
Learn how to earn more badges when you participate in Summer Reading 2022.