Summer Reading
PLANT A SEED, READ
2026 Summer Reading
June 13-August 8
On June 13th, we’re launching our Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading program, and we’re urging families to come to the library and participate. “We’ve planned a wonderful program for families to discover what’s available for their reading and learning enjoyment.,” said Peggy McGee, Senior Library Technician/Seed Librarian.
For eight weeks, from June 13th through August 8th, the library will host a range of free activities for children, teens, and adults to encourage and support a love of reading. Participants of all ages can win prizes for reaching their reading goals.
Our big Summer Reading kick-off event features Magical Nathaniel, an audience participation, high-energy magic show. Other themed events include Meet a Gardener, a hands-on event with Horticulturist Phoebe Hanson from the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens; Coventry & Kaluza, two zany, fun, circus comedians; Origami and Seeds, with Alan Foss of the Fort Bragg Garden Club; and a teen program, Hydroponics Made Easy, where teens will learn to grow plants in recycled bottles without soil. At summer’s end, we wrap up the program with an encore visit from Wild Things Animal Ambassadors.
Plus, throughout the summer, kids and teens are encouraged to create art using the theme ‘Gardens and Farms’. All mediums are accepted. At the end of Summer Reading, we will display their creations in the library for everyone to enjoy.
This year we are partnering with the City of Fort Bragg to offer ‘Dive Into Reading’ where students can earn swim passes when they read a certain amount of books. You can get more info about Dive Into Reading at CV Starr Center and the City of Fort Bragg Offices.
There’s also a serious side to summer reading. Research has shown that reading over the summer prevents reading loss between summer and fall. Studies also indicate that students who read recreationally outperform those who don’t. Students read more when they can choose materials based on their own interests and Fort Bragg Branch Library is committed to supporting lifelong learning and educational enrichment for all families.
Plant a Seed, Read! is intended to connect us to the natural world and encourage us to learn more about the seed-to-table cycle while also planting literary seeds that feed our minds. Every story is a seed, let’s get planting together!
Click the buttons below to learn more about the summer reading adventure at the library. You can also call our Youth Librarian, Kim at 707-964-2020 if you have any questions.
2026 Summer Reading Program is generously funded by the Friends of the Fort Bragg Library.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2022
Starting June 18th – the Summer Reading program for all ages.
Keep track of reading and win prizes!
KIDS SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2022
TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2022
ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2022
Summer Reading 2020
Starting June 29th – the Summer Reading program for all ages.
Keep track of reading online and access other amazing resources such as online music lessons!
Stay tuned! More details coming soon.
Summer Reading 2019
A Universe of Stories
June 8-August 10, 2019
Why Summer Reading?
Summer Reading for Kids and Teens…
- Advances literacy and academic performance by engaging children and teens in reading and reading-related activities during the summer months.
- Fosters a love of reading through library programs and services.
- Increases successful reading experiences through librarian-supported, self-selected, voluntary reading.
- Involves parents and all family members in the library summer reading experience.
- Improves children’s access to library materials and activities, which will encourage them to become lifelong readers and library users.
- It’s fun and you can win prizes!
Summer Reading for Adults…
- Displays the importance of reading, by example, for children and teens in the family
- Advances adult literacy
- Increases successful reading experiences through librarian-supported, self-selected, voluntary reading.
- Helps maintain healthy function for the aging brain
- It’s fun and you can win prizes!
This year, Fort Bragg Library is participating in the A UNIVERSE OF STORIES! Summer Reading 2019 program from June 8th through August 10th. Those participating will be required to sign-up so reading can be tracked. Sign-ups begin at our Summer Reading Kick-Off on June 8th. Once you’ve signed-up at the library you’ll receive a log to keep track of your reading. For Kids and Teens, there will be incentive prizes along the way. For adults, once you’ve completed your log, turn it in to the library for a prize. Continued reading for kids and teens after their log is completed will earn spins on our spinner for an end of summer raffle prize. Full details for all summer reading activities and programs will be available at the library.
On June 8th, Summer Reading kicks off with a day of fun at the library beginning with an outer-space themed craft and face painting from 10:30-12 followed by Nature Joe’s Petting Zoo @ 2pm.
Details for Summer Reading are still in the works so check back often to see what’s planned. You can also visit these links for the age appropriate category you’re interested in. We’ll be updating each page as plans click into place. So get to reading and have fun!
Kids and Pre-Readers Teens Adults Calendar of Events
Summer Reading 2019 Schedule of Events
Printable Summer Reading Program 2019 Brochure
Programa en Español 2019
Summer Reading
June 9-August 11, 2018
Why Summer Reading?
Summer Reading for Kids and Teens…
- Advances literacy and academic performance by engaging children and teens in reading and reading-related activities during the summer months.
- Fosters a love of reading through library programs and services.
- Increases successful reading experiences through librarian-supported, self-selected, voluntary reading.
- Involves parents and all family members in the library summer reading experience.
- Improves children’s access to library materials and activities, which will encourage them to become lifelong readers and library users.
- It’s fun and you can win prizes!
Summer Reading for Adults…
- Displays the importance of reading, by example, for children and teens in the family
- Advances adult literacy
- Increases successful reading experiences through librarian-supported, self-selected, voluntary reading.
- Helps maintain healthy function for the aging brain
- It’s fun and you can win prizes!
This year, Fort Bragg Library is participating in the LIBRARIES ROCK! Summer Reading 2018 program from June 9th through August 11th. Those participating will be required to sign-up so reading can be tracked. Sign-ups begin at our Summer Reading Kick-Off on June 9th. Once you’ve signed-up, either online or in person at the library, you’ll receive a log to keep track of your reading. For Kids and Teens, there will be incentive prizes along the way. For adults, once you’ve completed your log, turn it in to the library for a prize. Continued reading for adults and teens after their log is completed will earn spins on our spinner for an end of summer raffle prize. Full details for all summer reading activities and programs will be available at the library.
On June 9th, Summer Reading kicks off with a day of fun at the library beginning with Rock and Face painting from 10:30-12 followed by a magic show with Magical Nathaniel @ 1 pm. Sign-ups will begin that day at the kick-off and will continue throughout the summer.
Details for Summer Reading are still in the works so check back often to see what’s planned. You can also visit these links for the age appropriate category you’re interested in. We’ll be updating each page as plans click into place. So get to reading and have fun!
Kids and Pre-Readers Teens Adults Calendar of Events
