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Summer Reading 2026

Name: Book Discussion
Start: 2026-09-14T17:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-14T18:00:00-04:00
Location: Minor Memorial Library

How Does the Reading Challenge Work?

Grab your gear and get ready to dig in! From dinosaur discoveries and ancient civilizations to hidden histories and forgotten worlds, the library is your base camp for exploration and adventure.

The Tri-Town Summer Reading Challenge encourages children to spend quality time reading alone, with an adult, or alongside a family member, friend, or pet!

Read anything … magazines or eBooks, read to others, listen to an audiobook! Every page helps uncover a new story!

Return to your library and show your Reading Log to a member of staff to receive a prize and a ticket for a chance at one of the grand prizes. The last day to receive tickets is Friday, July 31, 2026.

We encourage you to visit all three Tri-Town libraries and unearth stories that spark your curiosity, fuel your imagination, and bring the past to life. Ready to start digging?

Important Dates!

Registration begins the week of June 15 during library hours.
Kick-off event on Wednesday, June 17 from 3:30 – 4:30 pm
The last day to collect reading tickets is Friday, July 31.
Grand prize winners will be contacted the week of August 3.

What’s New?

Grades 6-12 have their own Summer Reading Challenge! Check it out HERE

What events are happening?

Summer Kick-off Party • Wednesday, June 17 from 3:30 – 4:30 pm

Step through the gates and Unearth a Story. The adventure begins at our kick-off celebration—sign up, explore the excitement ahead, and fuel up at the ice cream bar before you head into your next great discovery. All ages are welcome.

Weekly Events

Summer Storytime • Mondays, June 22 – July 27 @ 11:30 am

Stories, songs, bubbles and more for the 5 and under crowd! Doors open at 11:15 am.

Make It Monday • Grades 2-5 • Mondays, June 22 – July 27 @ 3:00 pm

Kick off the week with Make It Monday! Join us for a relaxed, creative craft program where you can make a fun project and connect with others. Drop-in program

Nature Camp with CT State Parks • Grades K-5 • Wednesdays, July 1 – July 29 at 3:00 pm

Join Connecticut State Parks naturalists for an interactive Nature Camp experience featuring hands-on activities focused on animals, plants, insects, geology, and ecosystems. Campers will explore Connecticut’s natural world through games, live animal encounters, microscopes, rock samples, and outdoor discovery activities designed for all age groups. Drop in program.

Tri-Town Events

Three towns, one summer! Bridgewater, Roxbury, and Washington join forces to offer something for everyone. Registration begins June 15 with host library unless otherwise noted.

Dinos 2 U with Jurassic Classroom• Saturday, July 11 @ 11:00 am

Location: Roxbury, Minor Memorial Library

Examine and touch real fossils from dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures in this exciting program with Jurassic Classroom. All ages. Registration not required.

Dinosaur Discovery with the Stamford Nature Center • Saturday, July 18 @ 11:00 am

Location: Bridgewater, Burnham Library

Dig into the world of dinosaurs and their modern-day relatives. Meet some live lizards and discover that or feathered friends share some history with the T-Rex and other dinosaurs. Registration not required.

Abrakidabra: The Ready, Set Grow Summer Reading Magic Show • Saturday, July 25 @ 11:00 am

Location: Washington, Gunn Memorial Library

A lively mix of comedy, magic, music, and storytelling. This interactive, family-friendly program inspires kids to grow their love of books all summer long. Registration is required.

SUMMER FINALE! Charlie and the Bubble Factory • Saturday, August 1 @ 11:00 am

Location: Pratt Pavilion, Bridgewater

A fun, mesmerizing performance for all ages, featuring colorful bubbles, unique tools, and handmade wants set to lively music. All summer readers are invited No registration is required.