Rock On: Summer reading program continues

Published 9:42 am Thursday, June 28, 2018

The Youth Services Department of Davie County Public Library is rocking with “Libraries Rock” the Summer Reading Program focused on a variety of music genres.

Youth may choose between two reading incentive programs and be rewarded with prizes for reading throughout the summer.

On Monday, July 2 at 6 p.m. the adults will compete in Music Trivia, kids are welcome to watch their grown-ups contend.

Tuesday, July 3 at 10:30 a.m., Music Making will be marching to patriotic beats with high school band members. Teen Gaming, for youth 10 and older, will open from 2-4 p.m. under the mentorship of Joel Ferdon, reference librarian. Teens are welcome to bring a Wii controller and any E rated games they wish to share with others, DCPL has three controllers to share.

Most Thursday activities require registration. On July 5, Ranger is not available. Next Chapter Book Club for adults and teens starts at 1 with a continuation of the reading of “Rules” by Cynthia Lord. The Middle School Readers Club is meeting at 2:15 with Mrs. Archer to discuss “Cinder” by Marissa Meyer, then take home “Out of My Mind” by Sharon M. Draper. Legos and Games, available without registration, from 3:15-5:15. Readers Theatre for upper elementary and early middle school aged youth, will prepare and present “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” from 3:30-4:30 p.m.

On Friday, July 6, Story Time will feature books about percussion instruments. Kids can hear and feel some vibes.

Ranger will be available for 15 minute appointments on Saturday, July 7 from 11 a.m.-noon, contact Miss Julie two days in advance to schedule an appointment.

Contact Julie Whittaker at  jwhittaker@daviecountync.gov.