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Local Summer Reading Programs

By Compiled by Stephanie Duhon, Publisher May 28, 2015
School’s out or almost out, but that doesn’t mean learning has to stop over the summer!


Here are some local Summer Reading Programs for some great encouragement:

Williamson County Libraries (Franklin, Nolensville, Fairview, Bethesda, College Grove, Leiper’s Fork)

 

Every Hero Has a Story – Summer Reading for Kids

Every Hero Has a Story is for children from birth to age 12. Visit the Children’s Desk at any Williamson County library branch for more details. Click here for a full list of Summer Reading events!

 

Unmasked – Summer Reading for Teenagers

This program is for ages 13-18. Read books and enter to win fun prizes, such as iTunes gift cards, Starbucks gift cards, earbuds and more. Stop by the Teen Desk for more information.

 

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Spring Hill Library

 

The Spring Hill Library's Summer Reading Program features Every Hero Has a Story. There will be several events, including special storytimes, a super hero party, live animal shows and more. Some events require a ticket, so be sure to check the list. Complete summer reading challenges to win tickets to these events and other prizes!

Teens, there is a program for you too! Click here to learn more about "UnMask" at the Spring Hill Library.


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Brentwood Library

The Brentwood Children's Library is offering a variety of special events under the theme "Every Hero Has a Story" for children. Some require registration and some you can just drop by! Click here for more details.

The Teen summer program begins June 1. Click here for details on each month's activities.


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Scholastic Summer Challenge

Help set a new world record! Log your reading minutes on the Scholastic website to participate and earn fun rewards! Runs from May 4 – September 4, 2015.  Click here for more information.