The annual Summer Reading Program is synonymous with summer for the Pasadena community. Since 1921, Pasadena Public Library has held its Summer Reading Program helping children retain knowledge and skills learned in school throughout the summer, furthering social-emotional development, discovering the joy of stories, and the importance of lifelong learning. Through programming and activities, the program enriches academic engagement, fosters an opportunity for community connection through shared experiences and inspires children to read for enjoyment. Parents and teachers agree summer reading matters.
This year’s theme, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path,” encourages participants to explore ideas that are new or unknown to them and forge their own path in life. Children, teens, and adults are invited to sign up online at https://pasadena.beanstack.com/reader365 or stop by the Allendale, Hastings, Hill Avenue, Lamanda Park, La Pintoresca, Linda Vista, San Rafael, Santa Catalina or Villa Parke branch libraries to sign up in person. The 2022 Summer Reading Program will through Saturday, July 30. As a part of the Summer Reading program the Pasadena Public Library will host an array of performances, programs, storytimes, workshops, and more. For a full list of programs visit our events calendar at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/calendar/. Wednesday, July 27, 10:30 a.m., Allendale Branch Library 1130 S. Marengo Ave. • Performance – Drumming with Chazz Ross Experience the rhythm of the djembe drum with this high-energy and interactive performance from renowned percussionist Chazz Ross. Wednesday, June 29, 4 p.m., La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave. • Performance – Juggler Michael Rayner Come, see and be amazed by the wacky juggling of Michael Rayner. You never know what Michael will juggle or balance next in this show of tricks and stunts. • Performance – Magic with Zany Zoe Zany Zoe performs fantastic feats of magic with lots of audience participation. Join us for a magical show full of zaniness. Saturday, July 23, 2 p.m., Santa Catalina Branch Library, 999 E. Washington Blvd. The Pasadena Public Library is an information center for the Pasadena community in order to preserve and encourage the free expression of ideas essential to an informed citizenry. A variety of highly vetted programs are presented for children and adults and they represent the research and opinions of the presenter and do not reflect an endorsement by the City of Pasadena nor the Pasadena Public Library. Pasadena Public Library’s Summer Reading program is sponsored by The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library. For more information, visit www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net or contact Catherine Hany, chany@cityofpasadena.net. |
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