Summer Library Program 2025

Monday, June 23 @ 2 pm

Let those little hands make a creative mess at the library! Explore colors in this art workshop aimed at kids ages 2-6 years old. Siblings welcome! Please register here (registration opens June 9). 

Tuesdays June 24, July 8 & July 29, 2:00-2:45 pm

We'll snack, talk about great books you're reading and end with an activity. Pick up your copy of the (optional) group read at the front desk of the library and come to book club ready to chat about the book! Open to readers ages 9-12. 

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Wednesday, June 25, 1 pm

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue highlights the dazzling ways animals use color in nature in this hour-long presentation featuring live animals, including an intriguing assortment of snakes, lizards, insects, spiders, hedgehogs, birds, and more. The session includes a dynamic Q&A session, allowing participants to delve deeper into the world of these fascinating creatures. If time permits, attendees will have the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the animals. 

Thursday, June 26 @ 1 pm 

Bring your own construction blocks and be creative! Three age groups: 6 & under, 7-9, 10 & up. Please complete this form to sign up (registration opens June 9).

Please plan to bring your own construction blocks and be creative! Participants must build individually in their allotted space.  

Time slots:

Ages 4-6, 1 pm - 20 minute build
Ages 7-9, 1:45 pm - 40 minute build
Ages 10-17, 2:45 pm - 40 minute build

viernes 27 de junio y 25 de julio @ 10 am /Fridays, June 27 and July 25 @ 10 am

For children and their caregivers. Celebrate stories as we share books, rhymes, music and movement in a format appropriate for young children. This program runs approximately 30 minutes. Featuring local educator Angelíca Oses. 

Para niños y sus cuidadores. Celebre los cuentos mientras compartimos libros, rimas, música y movimiento en un formato apropiado para niños pequeños. Este programa dura aproximadamente 30 minutos. Con educadora local Angelíca Oses. 

Bookmark Design Contest
July 1-26
Can you picture your art on one of the library's bookmarks? Pick up an entry form at the library and return your completed design by July 26, 2025 for a chance to be featured.

Contest rules:

• Designers must be between ages of 6-18.
• Designs must be original and must fit the theme “All Together Now” or celebrate learning, reading, and libraries.
• One entry per person.
• Designs may be either horizontal or vertical. Use the bookmark space provided and turn in the whole form intact.
• Any 2D art medium may be used (crayons, markers, colored pencils, etc.). Please no computer generated images or 3D materials (glitter, glued items, etc.).
• Do not write your name, address, or any other identifying marks on the bookmark itself.
• Do not use copyrighted characters, logos, clip art, etc.
• Bookmarks will be judged on originality, design, and printability.
• Please keep important design details away from the edge of the box.
• Submit the original entry form available at the library or an exact photocopy of the same size.
• All entries become the property of Mount Horeb Public Library and may be reproduced for public distribution, displayed in the library, and posted to the library's social media channels and website. The Mount Horeb Public Library may use each winner's name, design, and photo for publicity purposes.