It’s Summer Reading Time at the Library
It’s summer reading time and I decided to make it easy for Downtown-West Atlanta MacKid find all the library happenings in our part of town. Here is a lift of all the fun activities and kick-offs coming up. Please be sure to register for the Summer Reading Program using the link below and don’t forget to check out the summer reading resources.
Register for the 2017 Summer Reading Program
Summer Reading eBook Recommendations
Atlanta Public Schools Summer Reading eBooks
Wednesday, June 7. 10:30 a.m. Children will have an opportunity to Build a Better World by creating decorative pieces and/or useful objects from scrap wood. Reservations Required.
Central Library/ Children’s Department
One Margaret Mitchell Sq., Atlanta, GA. 30303
404.730.1845
Building a Better Tomorrow
Tuesday and Friday, June - July. 1:00 p.m.
Preservation of Life will host a Free Summer program while providing Free Hot meals for children and Teens. To participate in this amazing, FREE program, please register your child with Latoya Burrell at 678.920.8411. Ages 4-18. Registration Required.
Metropolitan Library
1332 Metropolitan Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30310
404.613.5722
Summer Reading Kick-off Party at Woodruff Park
Saturday, June 3. 10:00 a.m. Families and children will enjoy a day at the park, where we will celebrate literacy. Amazing performances, face painting, balloon art, obstacle courses and summer reading registration will all take place at the event. Ages: All
Central Library
One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta GA 30303
404.730.1700
Building a Better SUMMER / Summer Reading Kick-off
Monday, June 5. 11:00 a.m.
Come and join us for the beginning of great things this summer! Together we will Build a Better World. Come find out about all of the activities that are available to you this summer as a part of our summer reading program. All Ages Welcome.
Metropolitan Library
1332 Metropolitan Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30310
404.613.5722
How does your Garden Grow?
Tuesday, June 6. 10:30 a.m. Celebrate Gardening Exercise Day with an engaging story and an opportunity to plant seeds in a flower pot you decorate yourself! Reservations Required. 404.730.1845
Central Library/ Children’s Department
One Margaret Mitchell Sq., Atlanta, GA. 30303
Summer Reading Kick-off!
Tuesday, June 6. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Join Adams Park Library and Amerigroup for the Summer Reading Program kickoff! Sign up to participate in the Summer Reading Program, jump in a bounce house, and get your face painted!
Adams Park Library
2231 Campbelton Road. SW, Atlanta, GA 30311
404.752.8763
Summer Reading Kick-off with Mumferd the Puppet
Wednesday, June 7. 10:00 a.m.
Kaiser Permanente will feature Mumferd the puppet to kick start summer reading activities.
Dogwood Library
1838 Donald Lee Hollowell PKWY NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
404.792.4961
“Build A Better World!” Summer Reading Kick-off
Wednesday, June 7. 10:30 a.m.
Join us for a day of fun as we kickoff the start of this year’s Summer Reading Program.
All Ages. Reservations required.
Northwest Library at Scotts Crossing
2489 Perry Boulevard NW, Atlanta GA 30318
404.613.4364
Summer Reading Kick-off
Wednesday, June 7. 11:00 a.m.
Sign up for summer reading while enjoying outdoor fun at the library. All ages. Reservation required.
Mechanicsville Library
400 Formwalt Street., SW, Atlanta, GA 30312
404.730.4779
Thursdays, June 8. 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Come kick off our summer reading Storytelling, Music, Crafts, Prizes, and Snacks. All Ages Welcome
West End Library
525 Peeples Street SW, Atlanta GA 30310
404.752.8740
Mayor’s Summer Reading Program Builds Summer Exploring
Thursday, June 8. 1:00 p.m.
Come listen to Deborah Strahorn who will read books to children to celebrate Mayor Reed’s summer reading program. All ages
Metropolitan Library
1332 Metropolitan Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30310
404.613.5722
Mayor’s Summer Reading Club: It’s storytelling time… with repetition, rhythm, and rhyme
Monday, June 12. 10:30 a.m. Renown Storyteller Deb Strahorn, will share a fun, engaging and adventurous story about the character Amari, and the many places she will visit in Atlanta. Reservations Required.
Central Library
One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta GA 30303
404.730.1700
Bill Packard Build a Better World Magical Reading Extravaganza
Monday, June 12. 11:00 a.m.
Come enjoy a fun magic show with Magic Man Bill Packard! His magic will provide Summer Reading Fun to help all children build a better world. All ages welcome.
Metropolitan Library
1332 Metropolitan Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30310
404.613.5722
Teens Build a Better World Through Social Media
Tuesday, June 13. 12:30p.m.
Tweens learn acceptable and not so acceptable social media behavior. Ages 11-17. Reservation required.
Mechanicsville Library
400 Formwalt Street., SW, Atlanta, GA 30312
404.730.4779
Magic Show with Bill Packard – The Magic Man
Thursday, June 15. 11:00 a.m.
Magician Bill Packard provides a show that entertains, educates, and inspires children and their families to read. Ages 5-12. Registration is required for groups.
Northwest Library at Scotts Crossing
2489 Perry Boulevard NW, Atlanta GA 30318
404.613.4364
The Magical World of Bill Packard!
Tuesday, June 20. 10:30 a.m.
Bill Packard, the Magic Man will entertain youth with stories, music, and comedy, thereby creating a magical experience each guest will remember. Ages: 3-12. Reservations required.
Martin Luther King Jr. Library
409 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30312
404.730.1185
Build a Better World with Exciting Animal Friends
Wednesday, June 21. 1:00 p.m.
Paul Suarez presents interesting animals that will help us understand the amazing animal kingdom. Stories will be shared that encourage worldwide summer fun! All ages
Metropolitan Library
1332 Metropolitan Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30310
404.613.5722
Wednesday’s Woodshop Wonder
Wednesday, June 21. 10:30 a.m. Children will have an opportunity to Build a Better World by creating decorative pieces and/or useful objects from scrap wood. Reservations Required. 404.730.1845
Central Library/ Children’s Department
One Margaret Mitchell Sq., Atlanta, GA. 30303
404.730.1845
Magical Monday Morning
Monday, June 26. 10:30 a.m. Kids will be thrilled and amazed by the marvelous magic of Bill Packard. Reservations Required. Ages: All, 404.730.1845
Central Library/ Children’s Department
One Margaret Mitchell Sq., Atlanta, GA. 30303
404.730.1845
Making Mini Masterpieces
Tuesday, June 27. 10:30 a.m. Children will Build a Better World by creating their own miniature masterpieces using acrylics on tiny canvases. Reservations Required. 404.730.1845
Central Library/ Children’s Department
One Margaret Mitchell Sq., Atlanta, GA. 30303
404.730.1845
Wednesday’s Woodshop Wonder
Wednesday, July 12. 10:30 a.m. Participants will have an opportunity to Build a Better World by creating decorative pieces and/or useful objects from scrap wood. Reservations Required. 404.730.1845
Central Library/ Children’s Department
One Margaret Mitchell Sq., Atlanta, GA. 30303
404.730.1845
Sticks and Stones May Break Your Bones (…but for sure they make cool crafts)
Tuesday, July 18. 10:30 a.m. Kids will use sticks and stones to create a cool craft. Reservations Required. Ages: 5-10, 404.730.1845
Central Library/ Children’s Department
One Margaret Mitchell Sq., Atlanta, GA. 30303
404.730.1845
GEEARS: THE MAYORS SUMMER READING CLUB
Wednesday, July 19. 1:00 p.m.
Storytelling, magic and more. All ages. Reservations required.
Washington Park Library
1116 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Atlanta, GA 30314
404.752.8760
Paul Suarez – The Zoo Library
Tuesday, July 25. 10:30 a.m. Children/ tweens will enjoy books and a hands-on animal conservation program with the Zoo librarian Paul Suarez. Reservations Required. 404.730.1845/ 1796
Central Library/ Children’s Department
One Margaret Mitchell Sq., Atlanta, GA. 30303
404.730.1845
