Sign-up for your program below beginning Friday, June 20.
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visit the library to pick up paper copies of your reading record or Book Bingo Challenge Card.
Color Our World (For Grades Pre-K Through 6):
Book Bingo (For Teens and Adults):
Visit our event calendar to see the full summer line-up,
and to sign-up for any programs requiring registration.
Summer Reading Kickoff Party, Featuring Magic Fred!
Friday, June 20 | Kickoff Party Begins at 3:30PM, Magic Fred Begins at 4:30PM
Stop by the library beginning at our Kickoff Party on Friday, June 20 to register for Summer Reading. From 3:30pm-6pm, activities will be available throughout the library to celebrate this year’s theme: Color Our World! Stick around for a special performance from Magic Fred, beginning at 4:30, featuring magic, illusions, and plenty of audience participation! All ages welcome. Registration for Summer Reading begins at this event, but will be open all summer long.
Paint Party
Saturday, July 19 | 10:30AM - 12PM
Join us for a morning of messy art projects, with craft and sensory stations both inside the library and outdoors! For artists and makers of all ages, while supplies last. Come dressed to get messy! Kona Ice will also be on hand, with icy treats available for purchase. *Please note: Space in the library’s parking lot will be limited for this event. Please plan to park in one of our adjoining lots. Rain Date: Saturday, July 26.
Summer Reading Finale: Night of the Arts
Thursday, August 7 | 4:30PM
Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Program with a showcase of your work! Anyone who submitted artwork to the library's Art Gallery is invited to this special exhibit to share your work with the Bow community. Afterwards, stick around to watch the BFL Children's Theater performance of "The Wizard of Oz," beginning at 5:30! Yummy treats will be available for all participants.
Children's Concert with Mr. Aaron | At Bow Town Gazebo
Thursday, August 14 | 6:30PM
This summer, the library and the Baker Free Library Foundation are once again proud to sponsor a special concert at the Bow Town Gazebo, as part of the Bow Rotary Summer Concert Series! Join us for an action-packed, interactive performance from beloved children’s musician Mr. Aaron. All ages welcome. Registration is not required.
Creation Station
Each Monday at the library, a new activity will be available at our Creation Station. With Mini Masters, you’ll create your own artwork inspired by the work of a famous artist! You can also enjoy a new Scavenger Hunt every week. Available any time throughout the week, while supplies last.
Move & Groove Dance Class
Tuesdays at 10:30AM, June 24 - August 5
Explore the art of dance with Miss Sarah, a dance instructor with Creative Dance Workshop of Bow! Every week, we'll move our bodies and explore new dance techniques from around the world. This weekly workshop is designed for children aged 2-5, in the company of a parent or caregiver. Older siblings are also welcome to participate. Registration is not required.
Art Start Storytime
Thursdays at 10:30AM, June 26 - August 7
A weekly storytime for our littlest readers. Join us each week for stories, songs and rhymes, designed to form a foundation for life-long reading! Each storytime will end with sensory explorations, process art activities, or a simple craft, providing opportunities to create and explore. Recommended for ages 2-5, in the company of a parent or caregiver. Registration is not required.
Create in Color
Wednesdays at 3:00PM, June 25 - August 6
Throughout the summer, join us for a drop-in craft every Wednesday afternoon at 3:00pm. Make a new project each week, led by one of our librarians! Various materials available while supplies last. Recommended for Ages 6-12. Younger children may need assistance from a caregiver and should be accompanied for the duration of the program. Registration is not required.
*These events require registration in order to reserve your spot.
BFL Children's Theater*
Tuesdays at 3:00PM, June 24 - August 5
This summer, you’re invited to participate in the library’s production of The Wizard of Oz! Join BFL's Children's Theater, with roles available to accommodate all comfort levels, as well as opportunities for prop and set design. Join us each week as we rehearse and create, all ahead of our performance at the library’s Summer Reading Finale.
Please register to reserve your child's space, and join us for rehearsals as often you can! Recommended for Ages 7 and Up. Every Tuesday afternoon from 3:00 - 4:15pm.
Creative Collaboration in Comics: Author Workshop with Mat Heagerty!*
Monday, June 23 | 3:30PM
Create your own comics with friends! Led by author Mat Heagerty, participants will work together to create a single panel comic. Each student will have a chance to do each of four jobs: create a title, draw line art, color, and write dialogue. At the end of the process, we end up with funny, unique comics that could have never come from just one person! This workshop is recommended for Ages 8 - 14. Registration is required to reserve your spot.
Book Bingo returns! Teens and adults will be given a Challenge Card with multiple prompts for the summer season. Earn one raffle ticket for every book you read!
For those also participating in the library's Seasons of Reading Year-Long Reading Challenge -- yes, you can double-dip for this challenge! You may count books read for either challenge toward the other.
Weekly Raffle: We will draw one raffle winner from each grade, every single week. Raffle winners will have their choice of prizes from anything available in this year's Summer Reading store. Available prizes include scratch art books and art supplies, slime, fidget toys, and an assortment of plush animals! The more reading you do, the more raffle tickets you'll earn.
Claim one raffle ticket for each reading challenge completed. Weekly drawings will be held for gift cards and giveaways from local businesses!
Thank you to our generous sponsors for donating prizes to the Summer Reading Program!
Altitude Trampoline Park
Texas Roadhouse
Chunky's Cinema
Red River Theaters
