Summer Reading Program: Reading in the USA!

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Summer Reading at Black Creek Village Library: June 6 – August 1!

Pack your bags for an unforgettable summer adventure across America—without ever leaving the library! This year’s Summer Reading Program, Reading in the USA!, invites readers of all ages to explore the country through books, hands-on activities, special guests, crafts, games, and community fun all summer long. From the Great Lakes to Alaska and Hawaii, every week features new adventures, exciting programs, and opportunities to win prizes!

Start Your Summer Adventure!
Visit the library beginning June 6 to register, pick up your first BINGO card, and begin your journey across the USA through books, creativity, and community fun. We can’t wait to read with you this summer

Children & Family Programs

Mondays – Chess Club 4:00 PM | All Ages
Whether you’re learning for the first time or already love the game, Chess Club is open to everyone! Meet new friends, challenge fellow players, and enjoy community fun all summer long.

Tuesdays – Storytime in the USA! 10:30–11:00 AM | Families Welcome
Join Miss Katie for songs, stories, themed crafts, and exploration activities celebrating reading and adventure across America!

Tuesdays – Learning in the USA! 1:00–2:00 PM | Ages 5–11 (siblings welcome)

  • June 9 – THE SCIENCE GUY!
    An upbeat and entertaining science show!
  • June 16 – THE NATION’S CAPITAL
    Make your own clay White House!
  • June 23 – THE GREAT LAKES
    The Great Lakes Boat Float!
  • June 30 – THE GREAT PLAINS
    Mt. Rushmore Puppet Show & Ice Cream!
  • July 7 – THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS
    Make your own Wildlife Birdhouse!
  • July 14 – THE WOODSY DUDE!
    Frontier Candle Dipping!
  • July 21 – THE WEST COAST
    Special Guest: Wei Gardens — Embrace the Outdoors!
  • July 28 – ALASKA & HAWAII
    Volcano Eruption Adventure!

Special Family Events

  • SUMMER READING KICK-OFF PARTY!
    • Saturday, June 6, 10:00 AM – Noon | All Ages
    • Celebrate the start of summer with games, activities, and fun for the whole family!
  • HAPPY 250TH, AMERICA! 
    • Thursday, July 16, 11:00 AM – Noon | All Ages
    • Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with free hot dogs, a community chalk mural, and our “Build Your Own American Monument” challenge!
  • END OF SUMMER READING PARTY! 
    • Thursday, July 30, 10:00 AM – Noon | Families Welcome
    • Celebrate an amazing summer of reading, learning, and adventure!

All children and family programming requires adults to remain present.

Teen & Adult Programs

Mondays – Monday Matinee: The Revolutionary War
1:00–3:00 PM | Ages 14+
Travel through history with Ken Burns’ award-winning documentary series. Popcorn provided!

  • June 15 – Episodes 1 & 2
  • June 22 – Episodes 3 & 4
  • June 29 – Episodes 5 & 6
  • July 13 – Episodes 7 & 8
  • July 20 – Episodes 9 & 10
  • July 27 – Episodes 11 & 12

American Teen!
3:00–4:00 PM | Ages 12–17

  • June 11 – Make Your Own Ice Cream!
  • July 9 – Red, White & Blue Tie-Dye!

Bring your own item or use one provided.

Paint Night with Miss April
6:30–8:30 PM | Ages 14+
Join us for a fun and relaxing evening of painting and creativity with friends!

  • Thursday, June 11
  • Thursday, July 9

Thursdays – Creative Writing Club
4:00–5:00 PM | Ages 14+
Get creative this summer with Miss Callista during this hands-on writing workshop series for teens and adults.

Black Creek Adult Book Club
4th Thursday of Each Month | 6:00 PM
Join us for snacks, discussion, and great reads from a variety of American authors. Everyone is welcome—no experience necessary!

Summer Reading Weekly Challenge

Read. Explore. Collect. Win!

Stop by the library each week from June 6 – August 1 to pick up a brand-new Summer Reading Challenge BINGO Card.

Complete a BINGO to:

  • Earn a raffle ticket for the Summer Reading Prize Raffle of your choice
  • Collect a special themed button each week — can you earn all 8?

New This Year!
Every child’s BINGO card also includes a special prize from local businesses, redeemable during Summer Reading!

  • Last day to enter raffles: August 3
  • Raffle winners announced: August 7
  • All ages are welcome to participate!

Thank You to our Summer Reading Sponsors!

  • BC Auto Body
  • Black Creek BP & Ice Cream Shop
  • Calm Crystals & Minerals
  • Fox Communities Credit Union
  • RJM Construction
  • Sal’s Foods
  • Seputo Inc.
  • Thedacare Black Creek
  • Wei Gardens

And a big shout out to our Friends of the Black Creek Library Group for making summer reading possible!