Summer Reading Program

Bayard Taylor Library offers a number of high-quality, fun programs designed to keep children of all ages excited about reading and visiting the library during the summer. We partner with a number of local organizations and participate in the “Collaborative Summer Library Program,” offered through the Chester County Library System. The collaborative comes up with a fun theme, and much of the programming and activities follow the theme.

The past five years, Bayard Taylor has kicked off its SUMMER READING program with a party at Anson B. Nixon Park. The events have included entertainment (Jungle John, Makin’ Music), food, face-painting, balloon sculptures, cotton candy and pony rides.Also at the kickoff party, children can register for the various programs associated with SUMMER READING .

One component of the SUMMER READING program is keeping a book log. Children register and receive the book log and a T-shirt. The book log includes a calendar, where children check off every day they read 20 minutes or more. Children turn in the book log in mid-August and receive book dollars for every day checked. They can use the book dollars to buy fun prizes at the SUMMER READING store.

Other activities include book clubs, Science in the Summer, and many special events, such as magicians, theater groups, soap making, ice cream parties, and movies.

SUMMER READING programming at Bayard Taylor Library runs from mid-June through August. Please watch this page for more details as summer approaches.

SUMMER READING KICKOFF PARTY 2012
Saturday, June 23 from 12 to 3 pm at Anson Nixon Park
This year's party will feature firetrucksand other big vehicles from around town in a "truck rodeo". There will be crafts, refreshments, and a photo booth! Come to the party and register for the summer reading program. All ages are welcome!   

SUMMER READING ACTVITIES 2012
The following activities will take place this summer as part of the summer reading program. Registration is required for all programs, please call 610-444-2702 or email jhendrix@ccls.org.

Book Club - "Wonders of the Solar System"
June 23 through August 11, Mondays at 2 pm (ages 6 to 8)
June 23 through August 11, Mondays at 3 pm (ages 9 to 12)
Registration is required. Please call 610-444-2702 or email jhendrix@ccls.org.

"So You Want to be a Chef"
June 23 through August 11. Tuesdays at 6 pm (ages 7 to 12)
Registration is required, please call 610-444-2702 or email jhendrix@ccls.org.

Make Your Own Dream Catcher
Thursday, June 28 at 3 pm (ages 5 to 12)

Create Your Own Super Hero and Mask
Friday, July 6 at 3 pm  (ages 8 to 14)

Exotic Pet Show
Saturday, July 14 at 10 am (all ages welcome)

Winterthur "Sign Painter's Dream"
Thursday, July 25 at 6 pm (ages 5 to 8)

Sam and His Crazy Dream Musical Story Hour
Wednesday, July 25th at 1 pm (ages 4 to 10)

Pajama Party - Story and Movie
Thursday, Aug 2 at 6 pm (all ages welcome)