The Shepard-Pruden Memorial Library Summer Reading Program is almost here!
Kicking off on June 18 at 10:30 a.m. with the Gary Shelton Magic Show, our summer calendar is full of exciting events for our young readers.
On Tuesdays is our main event at 10:30 a.m. It’s open to all ages.
On Wednesdays at 11 a.m., we’ll have two programs happening at the same time: Story Time with Lee Lolkema for children 5 and younger, and our Pop-Up Program for children ages 6-12 that will feature a craft, presenter, or activity.
Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. will be a time just for teens as we host an activity for youth ages 12-18 that features crafts, games, and even an escape room.
Then on Fridays is is our Family Film Matinee at 2 p.m. Attendees can get some freshly popped popcorn while enjoying a family-friendly feature film.
New this year is a program for the whole family. Starting on Saturday, June 29, at 11 a.m., is our “Brunch with the Author” series.
Patrons are invited to join a local children’s author for some conversation, a book signing, and light refreshments, including coffee. Participants will learn what it takes to write a children’s book and how the author makes their story come to life.
The series will include three discussions featuring an author who addresses a different aspect of literature. The first event will be on Saturday, June 29, and feature author Kim Saunders, a Chowan County native who specializes in children’s literature and whose books explore friendship and imagination. She will discuss and read from her latest book, “Friends Forever.”
Our second speaker is local artist and illustrator Julia Townsend. She creates beautiful paintings that bring stories to life for readers both young and old. Discussing her work on the book “Zeynep: The Seagull of Galata Tower,” Townsend will outline her creative process and explain what it takes to bring together words, story and art. A brunch with Townsend will be held on Saturday, July 20, at 11 a.m.
Our final speaker is local author and Friends of the Library member Kathryn Louise Wood. On Saturday, July 27, at 11 a.m., Wood will discuss her experiences writing literature for children and tweens like her popular Zephyr Stone mystery series.
Participants not only will get to meet the author but also join in a book launch event for her latest work, “Zephyr Stone and the Frosty Phantom.”
Each session is free and will include a book signing. Books will also be available for purchase from the author. Have a great week, and we hope to see you at the library.
The following are new arrivals at the library:
DVDs:
”Dune: Part 2”
”Land of Bad”
”One Life”
Large-print fiction:
“Until Then” by Cindy Woodsmall
“The Widow’s Unexpected Suitor” by Lenora Worth
“Their Secret Amish Arrangement” by Lucy Bayer
“Falling for Her Best Friend” by Lisa Carter
“Her Son’s Faithful Companion” by Jill Weatherholt
Adult fiction:
“The 24th Hour,” James Patterson and Maxine Paetro
“Bayou Moon,” by C.L. Bevill
“The Dark Tide,” by Alicia Jasinska
“The Devil’s Fortress” by Dale Brown
“James” by Percival Everett
“Evocation” by S.T. Gibson
“Death Behind Every Door” by Heather Graham
“The Husbands” by Holly Gramazio
“The Italian Teacher,” by Tom Rachman
“Camino Ghosts” by John Grisham
“Southern Man” by Greg Iles
“First Frost” by Craig Johnson
“Lies and Weddings” by Kevin Kwan
“With Each Tomorrow” by Tracie Peterson & Kimberly Woodhouse
“The Last Murder at the End of the World” by Stuart Turton
“Stuart Wood’s Smolder,” by Brett Battles
“Think Twice,” by Harlan Coben
Non-fiction:
“Animals: A Visual Guide to the Animal Kingdom,” by Keith Laider
“The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt
“Finding God’s Will for Your Life,” by Joyce Meyer
“Playful Activities for Reading Readiness” by Latisha Hayes
“Naturally Inclusive: Engaging Children of All Abilities Outdoors” by Ruth Wilson
“The Hundred Years’ War on Palestine” by Rashid Khalidi
Graphic novel/comic books:
“Pokemon: Adventures Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Vol. 2” by Hidenori Kusaka
Young adult fiction/non-fiction:
“A Lesson in Vengeance,” by Victoria Lee
Juvenile non-fiction:
“Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter” by Aida Salazar
Juvenile fiction:
“Windy Night with Wild Horses” by Mary Pope Osborne
“Bad Kitty (Mis)adventures,” by Nick Bruel
Juvenile easy fiction:
“Hornbeam Gets It Done” by Cynthia Rylant
“Me and My Dad!” by Alison Ritchie
“Meltdown!” by David Griswold
“Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream!” by Kimberly and James Dean
Board games:
Clue Retro Game
Exploding Kittens
World of Disney Trivia
Mahjong Game Set.
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