Summer at the Perry Public Library
Summer 2024
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πSummer Reading Starts July 1st π
Get a FREE gift* and an extra entry into our summer raffles when you register to participate in our Summer Reading Program.
Register in-person or online. Click HERE.
Registration starts June 26th.
A printable version of the registration form is attached at the end of the newsletter and we have copies in the Library. If you register online, you must come to the library to pick up your free gift.
*While supplies last.
Summer Reading Prizes for Everyone!
Read and Get Rewarded!
We are keeping it SWEET and SIMPLE again this year !
Just read, check off your SRP tracker, and repeat.
After FOUR check marks, or at the end of the week, tear off your tracking slip and
return it to the library. It will be entered into the weekly and end of summer raffles.
Each week we will raffle off a $10 ice cream gift card from butter meat co.
At the end of the summer, we will raffle off
FOUR $25 gift cards to local business..
It is that easy!
Get your tracker by printing off the attached pdf or come into the library to pick it up.
The first 25 registrants to pick up their trackers will get an additional raffle entry and a gift!
Registration starts June 26th and tracking starts July 1st.
***No purchase necessary. To enter, you must return a tracking slip, participate in a library challenge, or attend a library program.***
Gift cards prizes were donated by butter meat co. and Tompkins Community Bank. Thank you!
Come to the Library on ....
Mondays for a NEW Scavenger Hunt
Mon. 7/8
Mon. 7/15
Mon. 7/22
Mon. 7/29
Mon. 8/5
Tuesdays to Paint with Acrylic on Canvas
Tues. 7/16 @ 11:30 am -12:30
Tues. 7/30 @ 11:30 am -12:30
Ages: 0-10 yrs. w/ adult
11+ yrs. independently
Wednesday Mornings to Hear a Story Read Aloud
Wed. 7/10 @ 11:30 - noon
Wed. 7/17 @ 11:30 - noon
Wed. 7/24 @ 11:30 - noon
Wed. 7/31 @ 11:30 - noon
Wed. 8/7 @ 11:30 - noon
Wednesday Nights to Discuss Books
Wed. 6/26 @ 7 pm
Wed. 7/24 @ 7 pm
Wed.. 8/28 @ 7 pm
Thursdays Afternoons to Watch a Movie
Thurs. 7/18 @ 1-3:00 pm
Thurs. 7/25 @ 1-3:00 pm
Thurs. 8/1 @ 1-3:00 pm
Every Day EXCEPT Friday
Free lunch for those 18 years old and younger
Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. @ 12:15 - 1:30 pm
July 8 - August 8
While supplies last
Tuesday, July 9th @ 1pm
Wednesday, July 17th @ 6 pm
Magic Show with 'The Great & Powerful Dave'
Dave Moreland presents a high-energy 45-minute show filled with magic, adventure, comedy, puppets, and audience participation on WEDNESDAY, JULY 19TH AT 6PM at the Perry Public Library. Several of his routines feature volunteers from the audience (maybe one of them will be you!) and, at the end of the show, Dave teaches everyone a magic trick they can perform with things from around the house.
The show is recommended for ages 4-10 years old.
Wednesday, August 7th @ 1 pm
Tuesday, August 27th @ 6 pm
Let's Talk About Books
Perry Public Library Book Discussion Group
Meets the 4th Wednesday of the Month @ 7 pm in Perry Public Library's Gallery
June 26 @ 7pm
Lady Tanβs Circle of Women
by Lisa See
July 24 @ 7pm
Henry V
by Shakespeare
Aug 28 @ 7pm
Finding Home
by Melissa Whitney
Summer Virtual Author Chats
Engaging virtual author talks with New York Times Best Selling Authors!
Each talk features the opportunity to participate in author Q&A or pre-submit questions.
Sponsored in part by Friends of Perry Public Library. Thank you!
More information on this month's authors and links to register, go to https://libraryc.org/perry
or click the author's name below their picture.
June 3rd @ 2 pm
June 13th @ 8 pm
June 20th @ 2 pm
πππ NEW this summer: Virtual Chats with CHILDREN'S AUTHORS! πππ
Authors of the beloved Mercy Watson series, The Last Kids on Earth series, Beekle, and PoetX will join the docket of esteemed authors discussing their works.
We even have extension activities to go along with them. Click HERE to access.
July 9th @ 2 pm
July 16th @ 2 pm
July 23rd @ 2 pm
July 30th @ 2 pm
August 7th @ 2 pm
Aug 15th @ 2 pm
Aug 21st @ 7 pm
π¨ Adventures in Art π¨
We received an Arts Council grant to provide free art workshops at the Perry Public Library for children, teens, and adults. The dates and details for our fall workshops are still being worked out, but mark your calendars and be sure to register for:
Tuesday, July 9th @ 1 pm Digital Comic Drawing with Dan Butler (TEENS ONLY)
Wednesday, August 7th @ 1 pm World Drumming with Ringo Brill (ALL AGES)
Coming in fall 2024 Colored Pencil Copper Jewelry with Pam Hill (TEENS ONLY)
- All materials provided free of charge for those who register
- Registration is required
- Seating and materials are limited
Holiday Closings
Wed. June 19
Juneteenth
Thurs. July 4
Independence Day
Mon. September 2
Labor Day
Thank you to our sponsors!
Some Summer Reading events and prizes are possible through the generous funding
or time donated by our sponsors. THANK YOU!
Butter Meat Co.
Friends of Perry Public Library
Perry Rotary Club members
Tompkins Community Bank of Perry
Can't make it to the library but still want to participate? No problem!
We have attached everything below.
(Well everything but the prizes, you need to come in for those. π)
Perry Public Library
Email: perrylibrarydirector@owwl.org
Website: perry.owwl.org
Location: 70 North Main Street, Perry, NY, USA
Phone: 585-237-2243
Facebook: facebook.com/PerryNYLibrary