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Upcoming Summer Adventures

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"Unearth a Story": Summer Reading 2026 Kickoff Party

2:30pm–4:30pm
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Geneva Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Join us for our Summer Reading 2026 kickoff party! We will have open registration for the Summer Reading Program. Enjoy exciting giveaways, engaging activities for kids, and delicious root beer floats!

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Music and Movement

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Join us for a joyful and engaging Music and Movement session designed for parents and their toddlers!

Things to Know

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

This event is in the "Younger Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Dinosaur Discovery!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Ashtabula Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Stomp into Dino Discovery, where each week kids will uncover a brand-new dinosaur and roar into the prehistoric past!

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

This event is in the "Younger Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Messy Art Afternoons

2:00pm–3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Ashtabula Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Children's Butterfly and Bee Garden & Patio
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Get ready to splash, splatter, and create! Kids will head outdoors for hands-on painting using all kinds of fun tools such as race cars, fly swatters, and more—so expect to get messy.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

This event is in the "Younger Children" group

Dino Dig!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Younger Children
Geneva Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Dig into prehistoric adventure! Kids in grades K–5 will become junior paleontologists, excavating through dirt, ice, and more to uncover prehistoric fossils. Get ready to dig, discover, and get a little messy!

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Art Scene

6:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Ashtabula Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Calling all creative minds! Teens and tweens in grades 6–12 will explore a different artist and style each week, then create their own artwork inspired by what they discover.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Did You Know?

T-Rex reading over a child's shoulder.

Summer reading isn’t just a fun tradition—it’s a powerful boost for growing minds! When kids read over the summer, they:

Build a lifelong love of reading
Stories spark curiosity, imagination, and joy—helping kids see reading as something they want to do, not something they have to do.

Gain confidence—even if they’re reluctant readers
When reading feels fun and low‑pressure, hesitant readers are more likely to pick up a book and keep turning the pages.

Keep their skills sharp
A little reading goes a long way. Even 20 minutes a day helps prevent the well‑known “summer slide,” so kids return to school feeling ready to learn.

Enjoy meaningful family moments
Sharing stories—whether reading aloud, swapping book recommendations, or chatting about characters—creates easy opportunities for connection.

Learn More from ALA

Welcome to Summer Reading Club

Unearth something this summer!

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