Reading programs, concerts, celebrations to fill vacation for library patrons

AUGUSTA — Lithgow Public Library at the Ballard Center, 6 E. Chestnut St., will host the following summer events:

• Story Time at the Mill Park Farmer’s Market at 4:30 p.m. every Tuesday.

• Summer Reading Program 2015. Participants can sign up for the summer reading challenge of reading for 16 hours. Those interested will be given a chart and schedule of events, a pencil, and a voucher for a free Portland Sea Dogs game (good for children 16 years old or younger). Once the reading goal is reached, bring the chart in and collect a prize. The program ends Aug. 31.

• A concert featuring Songman Stan is planned for 10 a.m. Thursday, June 25, in the Program Room.

• Animal Adaptations, featuring Lisa Kane from the Maine Wildlife Park, will present mounts of different animals and compare/contrast their adaptations to their habitats. Suitable for kids in grades k-8. The event is set for 10 a.m. Thursday, July 2, at the Mill Park Pavilion.

• Butterflies featuring Jerry Schneider will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 9, in the Program Room. Participants can learn about butterflies, and make a butterfly T-shirt. Bring a white T-shirt, or purchase one for $4 at the event.

• A concert featuring Mr. Harley is set for 10 a.m. Thursday, July 16, at the Mill Park Pavilion. Bring a chair or a blanket.

• Choosy Kids featuring Ms. Jenn will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 23, in the Program Room. Bring sneakers and sunglasses. The message is: Be Choosy, Be Healthy. There will be upbeat rockin’ music to teach kids about healthy habits that will get you moving, eating and brushing for a strong and healthy body. Ms. Jen will introduce us to Choosy, and you can “Be a Part of the Story” with Choosy, the Hero for Health.

• Build-a-Book will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 30, in the Program Room. Children can create a picture book with their caregivers’ help. The library will provide the materials and guide participants through this literary project.

• End of Summer Reading Celebration will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, in the Program Room. Participants can dress up as their favorite story book character.

For more information, call 626-2415.