Maxwell’s Summer Reading Program for Kids & Teens from 0 to 18
July 1 to August 17
You can sign up for the summer reading program now at Maxwell’s ReadSquared page.
Once the program gets rolling on July 1, return to ReadSquared to record your reading.
For every 20 minutes read, you can enter your name into one of our raffle jars for the drawings at the End of Summer Reading Party.
Prizes:
- Syracuse Met’s Family 4 Pack for any 2024 regular season game
Includes tickets to the game, a parking pass, and food vouchers
1 chance to win - Syracuse Crunch voucher
For 4 tickets, a 2021-2022 poster, and a keychain
1 chance to win - The MOST tickets
1 chance to win - Warrior Factory open play passes
Children must be 6 and older to play at the Warrior Factory.
1 chance to win - Movie Tavern gift cards
4 chances to win - Second Chance Diner gift cards
3 chances to win - Tully’s gift cards
3 chances to win - Target gift cards
4 chances to win
Make sure to stop in the library to put your name in the jar of your choice! You can also email Ms. Melissa at youthservices@maxwellmemoriallibrary.org and she will put your name in for you. You have until 5 PM August 17th to get your logging done and your raffle tickets in.
Wild Wednesdays…
and other wacky weekdays
Registration not required except for the End of Summer party
Wild Wednesday: The MOST Science Show
July 5 at 6:00 PM
Thrilling Thursday: Dive Into Stories With Regi Carpenter
July 13 at 6:00 PM
Terrific Tuesday: Zoo to You
July 18 at 5:00 PM
Thrilling Thursday: Dan the Snakeman
July 27 at 5:00 PM
Terrific Tuesday: Jeff the Magic Man
August 1 at 6:00 PM
Wild Wednesday: Captain Jack
August 16 at 6:00 PM
End of Summer Reading Party
Thursday, August 17 at 5:00 PM
Remember to finish your logging by 5 PM!
Other Programs During Summer Reading
These programs happen year-round, so the dates shown here are just the dates for programs during Summer Reading. You can always visit our Upcoming Kids & Teens Events page to see what’s happening soon.
Storytimes
StoryTots for Ages 0 to 5
Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM
July 5 to August 16
Kids Programs Through Grade 5
Tuesday Kids’ Crafts
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM
June 13 to August 15
Registration not required
Drop-in and make a craft!
LEGO Club
Mondays at 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
June 26 to July 31
August 14
Registration not required
Drop-in and get creative!
Teen Programs, Grades 6–12
LEGO Club
Mondays at 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
June 26 to July 31
August 14
Registration not required
Drop-in and get creative!
Grab & Go Crafts for Teens
- June: DIY Mandala Window Cling
- July: TBA
- August: TBA
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