Lee County Library System presents its annual Summer Reading Program for all ages June 1 through Aug. 1. This year’s theme is “All Together Now” and features free library programs and an all-ages reading and kindness challenge. Every child and teen visiting the library also will be offered a free, new book while supplies last.

The goal of the annual summer reading program is to nurture and grow a lifelong love of reading and learning, and this year’s theme adds an emphasis on kindness and community.

For students, the program can help prevent summer learning loss that typically happens after the school year ends.

“This year’s featured events are designed to spark curiosity and learning through fun and engaging performances,” said Melissa Baker, manager of programming and community outreach for the Library System.

Special events are happening in library branches all summer. Highlights include live theater performances, art workshops, puppets and magic shows, science presentations, bunny yoga and a comedy stunt show by a superstar performer. All programs are free to the public but may require advanced registration due to limited space. The complete schedule of library programs can be found at leelibrary.net/events.

Program participants can choose to complete challenges online or on paper in one of four age categories: 5 and under, Kids, Teens and Adults. The online reading challenge is available through the READsquared app or website. For anyone who wants a fully offline experience, paper-based Kindness Bingo is available at all Lee County Library System locations. Anyone who completes either the reading challenge or the Kindness Bingo will be eligible for the end-of-summer prize basket drawings filled with age-appropriate books and giveaways.

To find out more about the Lee County Library System’s All Together Now Summer Reading Program, visit leelibrary.net/summer.

The Lee County Library System, founded in 1964, has 13 branches to serve Lee County residents. For more information about library services and programs offered, visit leelibrary.net or call 239-479-4636.

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In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Lee County will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in its services, programs or activities. To request an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a reasonable modification to participate, contact Joan LaGuardia, 239-533-2314, Florida Relay Service 711, or jlaguardia@leegov.com. Accommodation will be provided at no cost to the requestor. Requests should be made at least five business days in advance.

Source: Lee County Government