The Howland Public Library in Beacon will be running “Tails & Tales”, the 2021 children’s Summer Reading Program, between July 8 th and August 20th. This summer, they’ll explore the world of animals and stories with book logging, fun prizes, and exciting virtual programs for children ages 4 to 11. Beginning June 16 th, children can go into the library for a Summer Reading starter kit, including a book log and a FREE book!

The library will supply paper logging sheets, and kids can log all the books, ebooks, & audiobooks that they have been enjoying between the dates of July 8th and August 20th. They’ll receive special prizes each time they show us titles they added to their book logs.

The Howland Public Library also invites everyone to visit, the Ball of Beasts, a fantastical soft sculpture display created by artist Adam Izen for our children’s room. Children can even have a chance at winning one of the animals to take home. Stop by to enter the contest!

Virtual programs include favorites like Animal Embassy, Traveling Lantern Theare, and Dinosaurs Rock. Check the library’s calendar https://beaconlibrary.org or follow them on Facebook to see all of the free Crafts on the Go! Kits, events, and virtual programs geared for the whole family throughout the summer. Story Times! Music! Theater! Animals!

Contact: Ginny Figlia, Head of Youth Services, 845-831-1134, x.103 or youth@beaconlibrary.org.