This year’s summer reading is a three-ring circus at the Laurens Library with the theme—Ringling Readers! All events and programs will be at the Laurens Library this year, but you can sign up starting June 3rd at ANY library location, including the Bookmobile. Each participant will receive a tracking card to record their 12 books or 12 hours of reading. Or visit one of our participating businesses to obtain a stamp that counts as one book, or one hour. This year we spread the joy with partner businesses in Clinton, Joanna, and Gray Court as well as Laurens. Complete your card by August 3 to qualify for a spectacular prize. Children under 11 years old receive a tee-shirt when signing up, as long as supplies last. Then, during the summer, take part in our many big-top programs. Main events for children ages 3-10 include juggling, storytelling, and a visit by our animal friends. Kids 6-10 will help craft exploding cotton candy and clown marionettes, while teens 14-17 will race Mario Karts and design their own clown makeup. A full calendar is available upon sign up, on our website (www.lcpl.org), and on our Facebook and Instagram pages.