Summer Reading
As part of the Library’s invaluable team of teen volunteers and interns over the summer, 17-year-old Brayden Lyons drew up and directed a Workshop Wednesday art event, Face Maker, for elementary-age youth at the Central Library. He reflects on his experience.
By the time our 2022 Summer Reading Program, Art Starts at Your Library, wrapped up on August 15, our patrons had shattered records across the board. Nearly 12,000 of you participated, and you read more than 23,700 books! Young artists also dove into activities ranging from comics-drawing classes to music production, and took part in enjoyable and entertaining arts such as bubble painting, puppet making, and felt-board storytelling. We popped up in area parks, our bookmobile rolled up to community events, and our locations hosted book groups, games, and other creativity-fueled fun for all ages. It was a great summer, and we hope you enjoyed taking part in the reading revelry!