Hart Library To Kick Off Summer Reading Program With Party

YORKTOWN, NY — The John C. Hart Memorial Library will begin its summer reading program with a party.

The free event will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. June 24 and will include a bouncy castle, fire truck, sports combo, craft table and popcorn.

Organizers said children will be able to sign up for a summer reading game called "Oceans of Possibilities."

Marca McClenon, head of children's services at the library, said there are many exciting things planned.

"Get ready for pirate school, ocean experiments, stories and summer crafts, as well as animal programs such as a meet and greet an alpaca," she said.

Other animal experiences through the summer involve a falcon, a goat, bees and a dog.

The summer reading game requires children to sign up and keep a reading log, in which they keep track of how many hours they spend reading.

Children who have read two hours or more can return to the library so that they can put a sticker on game boards that remain at the library. The children are also entered into weekly raffles to win a free book and a prize from a treasure cart.

The children who complete their game boards will receive coupons for free ice cream or pizza from a local store.

The reading game ends Aug. 13.