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Summer Reading: Read Beyond the Beaten Path
by Lauren Fox, Head of Youth Services
Summer reading fun started on June 29 at Lynnfield Public Library! Join us to “Read Beyond the Beaten Path,” a Summer Reading theme that celebrates camping of all types, from backpacking to summer camp, and the joy of being out in nature! Children, teens, adults, and library staff will be racing to the end of the hiking trail as they see who can read the most books.
This summer, we’ll be running our Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack, an online program where you can track reading and write book reviews as you participate in a variety of challenges. Libraries across the country use Beanstack for their Summer Reading programs as well as other challenges throughout the year, and it’s completely free for our patrons to sign up and participate. Head to our Beanstack website or download the app, Beanstack Tracker, to sign up and join the challenge for your age group team. If you have kids, you can sign them up for their age range on your Beanstack account, too! Once you’re signed up, you can log books to help your team as well as complete a variety of activities for badges. If you’d prefer to use paper, you can come into the library to register and log your books.
Stop by throughout the summer to check your team’s progress on the game board outside of the children’s room. By registering and logging books, you’ll be entered to win Summer Reading raffle prizes. For more information on Beanstack, check out our recent blog post or head into the library to pick up a brochure with tips on how to register, log books, and more.
Events for all ages will be happening throughout the summer, so keep your eyes on our calendar. Some events require registration, so sign up today if you don’t want to miss out! Programs planned during our Summer Reading program include magic shows, art classes, concerts, puppet shows, storytellers, and so much more! Check out our website and calendar for updates and more information. Thank you to the Friends of the Lynnfield Library for making these events and the prizes for Summer Reading possible.
Looking for summer reading books for Lynnfield Public Schools? We’ve got those, too! Browse through our cart of books that the schools recommend or require for summer reading. For more help finding or choosing a book, you can ask a children’s or reference librarian.
How many books do you think Lynnfield can read this summer?
Tuesday, July 5 at 2 pm
Coloring has been proven to help adults relax and unwind! Join us on the Library Mezzanine for some social time and calming coloring. Coloring pages and colored pencils will be provided. Registration is recommended but not required.
This program was generously funded by the Friends of the Lynnfield Library.
Adults
Monday, July 11 at 3 pm
Come enjoy some fun and engaging folktales from Asia as told by Parents’ Choice Award-winning storyteller Motoko! Tales may include a humorous Japanese tale about sumo wrestling, a Chinese fable about compassion, and a wisdom tale from Old Korea. You’ll even get to learn a simple origami activity and ask Motoko any questions you have. This is the perfect relaxing summer program. Motoko’s stories are geared towards children in grades K-8, but all ages are welcome to join us on the Lynnfield Town Common for this event. No registration required.
This program is funded by a grant from the Lynnfield Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
All Ages
Tuesday, July 12 at 6:30 pm
Join PNC Bank at the Lynnfield Public Library each month to build up your financial savviness. We are going to have a hybrid series where you can learn tips on budgeting, building your credit score, achieve your goals of purchasing a home and planning for retirement. Each month, we will build upon the prior month. Refreshments will be provided.
Adults
Wednesday, July 13 at 2:30 pm
Who doesn’t love S’mores? They’re delicious and remind us of lazy summer evenings around the fire. Pop Up Art School will provide step-by-step instructions on how to paint an adorable s’more in this 90 minute art class.
Registration recommended as space is limited. Walk-ins will be taken if space allows. Please fill out a separate registration form for each attendee who will be creating a painting.
Ages 8-15
Wednesday, July 13 at 5:30 pm
Discover the beauty of watercolor paints! Pop up Art School will show you how to mix colors like a pro and you’ll learn tips and tricks for creating colorful flowers and leaves.
The class begins with confidence building drills so you can practice brush and water control before you make your finished floral painting. You’ll leave the class with a finished painting and the confidence and knowledge to use watercolor paints on your own!
This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Lynnfield Library. Please register in advance, as space is limited.
Adults
Saturday, July 16 at 11 am
Come paint a rock! We’ll have acrylic paint for kids to paint their own fun ideas and designs on a rock collected from a local Massachusetts beach.
Registration recommended as space is limited. Please fill out a separate registration form for each child who will be participating. Walk-ins will be taken if space allows.
Please note that we will be using acrylic paints for this program. We recommend wearing clothes that can get paint on them as it may not wash out.
Ages 4-10
Monday mornings at 10 am
Join us to sing songs and listen to stories! In July Story Time will move to Monday mornings to accommodate our Wednesday afternoon programs at MarketStreet.
This story time will be held outside on the Lynnfield Town Common if the weather is nice. You are welcome to bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In case of bad weather, story time will be held in the Meeting House across from the library.
*Please note that indoor story time will have a capacity limit and attendees will be let inside in order of arrival (no registration). Outdoor story time does not have a capacity limit.
Story Time is recommended for children ages 5 and younger.
Feasting From the New England Seaside with Liz Barbour
Adults
Magic Fred at MarketStreet
All Ages
Slow Flow Yoga
Yoga mat and/or towel suggested, along with a water bottle. Register with a valid email to receive the link to join the class. You will receive an email with login information a half hour before the class begins.
Instructor: Tammy Syrigos Irrera
This program was generously funded by the Friends of the Lynnfield Library.
Adults and Teens
Lynnfield Rotary Concerts on the Common
