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Upcoming Events

Summer Reading Program Workshops

11 AM, Jan hamilton park, FREE

Banish the dreaded words “I’m bored” this summer! Parents, register your child for the library’s Tails & Tales Summer Reading Program workshops! We have six weeks of stories, games, activities, and snacks planned for area children beginning June15 at the Jan Hamilton park at 11 AM.

Birth – 5 yrs: Tuesdays
1 – 3 gr: Wednesdays
4 – 6 gr: Thursdays

Registration is super easy! Just follow this link: https://docs.google.com/…/1xJkmQLiwvKACKXHu…/viewform…

Summer Snacks

Monday – Friday, 11 AM – 1 PM

Summer snacks are available at the library! All area children, up to age 18 yrs. are welcome to receive a snack from 11 AM to 1 PM, Monday through Friday!

Summer Food Fest with Chef Rob

Wednesday, June 16, 7 PM

Chef Rob will be sharing some wonderful summertime recipes on Wednesday, June 16 during a Facebook Live event at 7 PM! He’ll be making: Grilled Shrimp Orzo Salad, Jerk Grilled Chicken, Watermelon Fire & Ice Salsa, and Red-White-and-Blueberry Shortcake. Yum!

The Test Kitchen

Saturday, June 19, 10 AM

Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

The month of June is time to enjoy strawberries! We found a great recipe in the Good Housekeeping magazine. Is anyone hungry for Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream?! Tune in for our prerecorded video and you will be able to surprise family and friends with this great summertime treat! Video will post to the library’s Facebook page and Instagram account before being linked to the library’s website.

Yoga with Kathy

Wednesday, June 16 at 6 PM, FREE

“The relaxation techniques incorporated in yoga can lessen chronic pain, such as lower back pain, arthritis, headaches and carpal tunnel syndrome.” ~ Dr. Natalie Nevins, DO.

Are you ready? Yoga with Kathy will stream Live from the library’s Facebook page at 6 PM. Or, join us in person at the library (safety protocols will be observed)!

Copy Cat

Monday, June 21 at 6 PM, FREE

Ready for a brand new art program for adults! There are thousands of clever artists on YouTube, Facebook and Pinterest creating wonderful works of art and they all make it look so easy. Now it’s our turn! In Copy Cat we will attempt to recreate an art project following the artist’s steps while also adding our own personal touch! Registration for Copy Cat will be necessary as it is an in-person program that will be limited to twelve (12) participants. Join us:

Mon., June 21, 6 PM when we make a water color painting using wax and a stencil design!

Some sessions may require a participation fee to cover the expense of materials. Watch for updates on Facebook, Instagram, and our website.

Juice Box Heroes

Tuesday, June 22 at 11 AM, FREE

Join Jim Ronan for music and fun! On Tuesday, June 22 at 11 AM , Juice Box Heroes will be held outside, at the Jan Hamilton Park (weather permitting) All are invited! Please watch the library’s Facebook page for late-breaking changes and sign up for email notifications.

Teen & Tween Art

Wed, June 23 at 4:30 pM, FREE

Local artist, Laura Hickey is returning to lead this 6-week, in-person art series, courtesy of the Teen Reading Lounge grant! This multi-week program begins June 23rd at 4:30 PM and will include many cool art projects, such as paint pouring and faux stained glass, just to name a few! Don’t miss out. Register today! Email youth@bradfordlibrary.org

Adult Art

Wed, June 23 at 6 PM, FREE

Mark your calendars! Adult Art is returning to the library on Wednesday, June 23 at 6 PM! Join local artist, Laura Hickey, as she leads participants through a creative ‘Black-Out Poetry’ project. This in-person program, will be limited to twelve registered participants. To register, email marketing@bradfordlibrary.org by June 22.

Michael Morton’s Petting Zoo

Fri, June 25 at 11 AM, FREE

The animals are coming! The animals are coming! The Sun-Dance-Kids-Farm animals and Michael Morton will be visiting the library on Friday, June 25 at 11 AM.

Summer Reading Challenges

Beginning June 1st

You can still join the fun! Register for the Tails & Tales summer reading challenge at bradfordlibrary.beanstack.org

We have challenges for adults ($25 Amazon gift card is on the line), teens and youth (variety of possible prizes)! Your reading hobby could make you a winner this summer.

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