Summer Reading Program 2019
This summer's theme was all about Space!
- The slogan was the same for all programs: "A Universe of Stories"
- Our program was called "Rocket into Reading!"
- Space in 2019 celebrated the 50th anniversary of the first man on the moon!
All age groups met Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am
Check our weekly successes below!
"Rocket into Reading!" Events
May 28, 2019
Kickoff at the State Theater
10:00 am
The State Theater in Mound City
May 28, 2019
Kickoff at the State Theater
“Galaxy of Giggles” Guest Will Stuck
After Will's presentation we went back to the Library to pick up Reading Logs and check out books!
10:00 am
The State Theater in Mound City
June 4, 2019
"Walking on the Moon!"
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
June 4, 2019
"Walking on the Moon!"
Guest presenter: Mad Science
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
June 11, 2019
"Speaking of Space..."
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
June 11, 2019
"Speaking of Space..."
Guest presenter: Kevin Horner, ventriloquist extraordinaire!
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
June 18, 2019
"Animals"
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
June 18, 2019
"Animals"
Guest presenter: Kiwi, the Skateboarding Parrot!
Kiwi entertained kids and families as the audience participated in his skateboarding stunts. Kiwi, along with his human, Tora (aka The Parrot Mom) also educated children on interesting facts about parrots with interactive stories and illustrations.
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
June 25, 2019
"Rockets and Singing"
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
June 25, 2019
"Rockets and Singing"
Guest presenter: Jennifer Daniels
Jennifer was a huge hit when we had her come to the Mound City School back in October, and she was again this summer!
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
July 2, 2019
"A Universe of Silly Songs"
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
July 2, 2019
"A Universe of Silly Songs"
Guest presenter: Ry Kinkaid
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
July 9, 2019
"Flights of Fancy"
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
July 9, 2019
"Flights of Fancy"
Guest presenters: Jay and Leslie’s Laughing Matters
Theyheld a juggling workshop after their presentation.
10:00 am
Mound City Public Library
July 16, 2019
"Blast Off!" Program Finale at the State Theater
10:00 am
State Theater in Mound City
July 16, 2019
"Blast Off!" Program Finale at the State Theater
Guest presenter: Mr. Stinky Feet
After his presentation we handed out reading certificates, awards, and prizes!
10:00 am
State Theater in Mound City
Our Grand Prize Winners!
Pictured left to right Madilynn Griffin won the 3rd prize, a Glow-in-the-dark Solar System; Teagan White won the 2nd prize, a Stomp Rocket set; and Jasmine Crane won the Grand Prize, a Celestron Powerseeker 127EQ Telescope! Congratulations ladies!