The Stryker Branch Library will hold summer reading programs through June 3rd and July. “Adventure Begins at Your Library” and this year there will be stories, games, activities, music, prizes, and special visitors all included in the summer fun!
STRYKER BRANCH LIBRARY JUNE SUMMER READING PROGRAMS
Team Zoom Canine Entertainment, June 4th, 11:00AM
From stunts, to tricks, and dance routines the Zoom dog performers put on an amazing show for all ages!
Jumpin’ Teenz, June 4th, 5:00PM
Take & Make Crafts, Wednesdays in June, 9:00AM-6:00PM
Laurel Jane Kirchner from WBGU-PBS Station, June 5th, 1:00PM, Take home a FREE book!
Professor Tony (A Professor of Nonsense & Throwing Things), June 6th, 11:00AM
Tony will put a wildly fun show for all ages featuring comedy, juggling, magic, & audience participation!
Drummunity! Led By Lori Fithian, June 11th, 11:00AM, Open To All Ages
Make a Drummunity circle with percussive instruments and have rhythmic fun as a community!
Meet Johnny Tincap-Ft. Wayne Tincaps Baseball Mascot, June 12th, 1:00PM
Imagination Station (COSI) Extreme Science, June 13th, 11:00AM
That’s Sketchy, June 13th, 5:00PM, For Teens, Sketching Supplies Provided, Register
Jim Basketball Jones, June 18th, 11:00AM
This is a fun and active program as kids get the chance to keep up with some of Jim’s basketball moves. Jim will challenge them to do their best and keep trying. Open to all ages.
Learn About Fire Safety with Stryker Fire Dept., June 19th, 1:00PM
Exotic Zoo, June 20th, 11:00AM, Open To All Ages
The Exotic Zoo is a safe & educational way to learn about wild animals. Come see, feel, feed, & observe animals that we don’t normally see in our community! You never know what animal you’ll meet!
Lauren Stewart ODNR-Maumee Bay State Park, June 25th, 11:00AM
Join ODNR naturalist in making wildflower seed balls and learn how to protect pollinators!
Nature’s Nursery Wildlife Rehabilitation & Conservation Center Program, June 26th, 1:00PM
Summer Reading Celebration with Just Add Kidz Bounce House!, June 27th, 1:00PM
Let’s have a Summer Reading Party! There will be games, fun food, crafts, prizes, and a bounce house!
Summer Fun Day at Springfield Township Park Shelter House, June 28th, 12:00PM –4:00PM
Visit with Outreach Manager Loni Smith; play yard games, listen to music and story time. Ride in Furry Oversized Animal Karts from Four of a Kind Entertainment from 12pm to 3pm. There will be a free book giveaway and free bottled water while supplies last.
STRYKER BRANCH LIBRARY JULY SUMMER READING PROGRAMS
3-D Printer in Action, July 1st- 22nd, During Open Hours
Jumpin’ Teenz, July 2nd, 5:00PM
Take & Make Craft, July 3rd, 9:00AM-6:00PM
Author/Illustrator Program, July 9th, 11th, & 17th, 1:00PM, For 2nd-6th Grade
Kids will learn about different children’s illustrator techniques and how to create the same effects. Register.
Hex Bug Mazes, July 10th, 1:00PM, Maze Making & Hex Bug Races, Register
That’s Sketchy, July 11th, 5:00PM, For Teens, Sketching Supplies Provided, Register
Bubble Trouble!, July 16th, 1:00PM, For 2nd-6th Grade, Make Bubble Wands & Bubbles, Register
Crafting with Nature, July 18th, 1:00PM, For 2nd-6th Grade, Register
Friends Fiesta Party, July 23rd, 1:00PM, For K-4th Grade
Let’s have a Spanish party! There will be Spanish stories, crafts, cookie decorating, and a piñata! Register
Nature Camp, July 29th-31st, Daily Programs at 1:00PM, For K-6th Grade
Learn about birds, soil, water, and so much more! There will be crafts, games, and snacks. Register.
All events are FREE to attend. For programs that require registration visit https://mywcpl.libcal.com/calendar/stryker
The Stryker Branch Library is located at 304 S Defiance St. To learn more call 833-633-7323 x 5.