As the school year winds down and the sunny days of summer approach, the Bienville Parish Library staff eagerly anticipate the annual Summer Reading Program kick-off event. The theme for this year’s program, “Adventure Begins at the Library!” invites readers of all ages to embark on literary journeys that span across fantastical worlds, historical epochs, and thrilling mysteries. The kick-off event, scheduled for the Bienville Parish Libraries, will feature the Didgeridoo Down Under show.
DIDGERIDOO DOWN UNDER!
“Adventure Down Under” is perfect for the Summer Reading Program theme. The performers will allow us to hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, and explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback. We’ll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroos, koalas, and much more! The Didgeridoo Down Under show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character-building, storytelling, and audience movement/participation. It’s interactive, educational, motivational, and fun for all ages!
REGISTER AND START READING
Participants of the Summer Reading Program can register, pick up their program materials, and get started reading. They will receive reading logs and information on how to track their progress and earn special brag tags.
BRAG TAGS ARE BACK!
When you register for the Summer Reading Program you’ll also “snag” your first brag tag! Preventing the “summer slide” continues to be the main objective of summer reading programs. This reading incentive gives readers extra motivation to read and collect all ten tags. It will impress teachers with how many books/pages they read during their summer vacation!
The 2024 Summer Reading Program is designed to help:
- Children be motivated to read.
- Children develop positive attitudes about reading, books, and the library.
- Children maintain their reading skills during summer vacation.
- Children have access to experiences that further their sense of discovery.
- Children have access to experiences through which they can learn to work cooperatively.
- Most of all – HAVE FUN!
SCHEDULE AND PERFORMANCE TIMES
Children, parents, or guardians are encouraged to stay for the kick-off performance and what will happen throughout the summer. Here are the schedule and times for each Bienville Parish Library for the “Adventure Down Under”:
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Gibsland Branch at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Arcadia Main at 10:00 a.m.
Ringgold Branch at 2:00p.m.
Friday, June 7, 2024
Castor Branch at 10:00 a.m.
Saline Branch at 2:00 p.m.
MY TOWN SCAVENGER HUNT!
Children and parents who love a good scavenger hunt can pick up a “My Town Scavenger Hunt”. Hidden throughout their town are cards with QR Codes that give clues to the locations of five QR cards hidden somewhere in town. Find all five QR Codes and you get a sweet treat!
Look for the Pull & Post Fridge Flyer in the Bienville Parish Library Event Guide for times and a list of performers. You’ll also find all you need to know at your Bienville Parish Library and in the Summer Reading Program brochure! You’ll also find all you need to know at: www.bienvillelibrary.org
SEE YOU AT THE LIBRARY!