June Events For Kids And Teens At The Middletown Library

MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Kick off a summer of reading at the Middletown Township Public Library!

This summer they have an adventure theme, with fun programs and reading challenges for children and teens.

Here's everything planned in June:

Early Registration for Summer Reading Challenges for Children & Teens begin on June 10: Visit mtpl.org to join a summer reading challenge on MTPL’s Beanstack reading tracker page. Logging begins on June 24.

Pizza and Paolini (Teen Dine & Discuss Program) – June 5 at 6:30pm: Enjoy pizza as we tune in for an author talk with bestselling YA fantasy author Christopher Paolini! Registration is required.

Cards for a Cause – June 12 from 3 – 6 pm: Teens ages 12-18 are invited to drop in and make greeting cards for local seniors. Volunteer hours will be offered for each card. Limit of 5 cards for a total of 5 hours.

Brightstar Theatre Presents Aesop’s Fables at the Middletown Arts Center – June 13 at 3pm: Enjoy the classic & timeless stories of legendary Greek storyteller Aesop performed by Brightstar Theatre. Visit mtpl.org to register.

Beach Balls and Bucket Lists for Teens – June 13 at 4pm: Celebrate the end of the school year by decorating a beach ball and talking about any fun summer plans! Registration is required at mtpl.org.

Down By the Bay (For Grades K-3) at Bayshore Waterfront Park – June 14 at 3pm: Explore the estuary environment of Sandy Hook Bay, collect shells and take part in a craft at this library-sponsored program at the park. Registration is required.

Andrew’s Big Show (Summer Reading Kick off) – June 26 at 10am & 11am: Kick off summer reading adventures with Andrew Scharff’s family friendly comedy & juggling show. For all ages. Registration is required.

Can-U-Canoe (Summer Reading Kick off) at Thompson Park’s Marlu Lake – June 26 at 3pm: For ages 8-12. Join this adventure-themed program to explore a lake by canoe and learn basic water safety and paddling strokes. A waiver form must be signed by participants and guardians 10 minutes prior to program. Registration is required.

Digital SAT Practice Exam with the Princeton Review – June 29 at 9am: Take a practice Digital SAT virtually and receive a comprehensive score report detailing strengths and weaknesses. Register via the mtpl.org calendar.

Visit mtpl.org to read more about summer reading challenges and prize drawings on the Beanstack reading tracker or to sign up for upcoming programs. Please contact Jenna O’Donnell at jodonnell@mtpl.org for additional information.