Summer Reading June 2 - July 30
Howard County Library Summer Reading Program 2025
June 2- July 23 & Celebration July 30
Join us for an exciting summer, enjoy stories, crafts, and special events! This year's Summer Reading Program theme is "Unearth A Story."
Registration:
Register in person at the library, or register online at https://howardcounty.readsquared.com, or by downloading the ReadSquared app, available on iOs or Android. You can also follow the QR code below to get to the ReadSquare page. You can sign up your child as an individual or the whole family together. Adults can also participate in the Summer Reading Program. Registration is ongoing throughout the summer. Visit this page and make sure to follow us on Facebook for updates.
Storytime & Events:
Storytimes and events will be held in the Children's Room located in the basement of the library, unless otherwise noted on the event information. Please check the dates and times below. All ages are welcome at all storytimes, please check other programs for age restrictions.
Reading Logs:
Fill out a reading log for a chance to win a prize. Pick up a reading log in person or set up an account at https://howardcounty.readsquared.com. See below for Reading Log Instructions. Reading Logs are due Friday, July 24, by 5:30 PM. Winners will be announced during the Summer Reading Program Celebration on Thursday, July 30.
Reading Log Instructions
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Ages 0-4 |
1 Book = 20 Points | Every time you complete 100 points, fill out an entry form at the library for a chance to win a grand prize! |
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Ages 5 & Up |
20 Minutes = 20 Points |
Watch out for these events!
Please note that due to the ongoing renovations, Summer Reading Program Storytimes & Art classes will take place at Anthony Hunt Library located on the Howard College campus at 1001 Birdwell Ln.
JUNE
Tuesday, June 2 – Summer Reading Kick off with Magician Bronson Chadwick at 10:30 AM. Join us for outdoor fun at the law from 11:30- 1:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Thursday, June 4- Sock Monkey Circus with Honey Goodenough at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Kreative Kids, art classes for ages 7-12, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Monday, June 8- Meet the Masters with Ms. Jamie, from 7-8 PM at Ryan Hall (located at 605 N. Main) Registration is required.
Tuesday, June 9- Storytime at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Teen Art, art classes for ages 13-17, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Thursday, June 11- Storytime at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Kreative Kids, art classes for ages 7-12, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Tuesday, June 16- San Angelo Symphony at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Teen Art, art classes for ages 13-17, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Thursday, June 18- Storytime at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Kreative Kids, art classes for ages 7-12, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Tuesday, June 23- Science Spectrum at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Teen Art, art classes for ages 13-17, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Thursday, June 25- Storytime at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Kreative Kids, art classes for ages 7-12, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Tuesday, June 30- Storyteller Rambling Rita at 10:30 AM at Ryan Hall (located at 605 N. Main)
Teen Art, art classes for ages 13-17, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at Ryan Hall
JULY
Wednesday, July 1- America 250! Storytime at 10:30 AM at Ryan Hall (located at 605 N. Main)
Kreative Kids, art classes for ages 7-12, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at Ryan Hall
Tuesday, July 7- Presenter Eric Brittingham with Wildlife on the Move at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Teen Art, art classes for ages 13-17, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Thursday, July 9- Storytime at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Kreative Kids, art classes for ages 7-12, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Monday, July 13- Nature Impressions with Ms. Jamie, from 7-8 PM at Ryan Hall (located at 605 N. Main) Registration is required.
Tuesday, July 14- San Angelo Symphony at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Teen Art, art classes for ages 13-17, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Thursday, July 16- Storytime at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Kreative Kids, art classes for ages 7-12, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Tuesday, July 21- Storytime at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Teen Art, art classes for ages 13-17, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Thursday, July 23- Storytime at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Kreative Kids, art classes for ages 7-12, from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Friday, July 24- READING LOGS ARE DUE BY 6 PM
Tuesday, July 28- No Storytime & No Teen Art
Thursday, July 30- Closing Celebration with Mark from Twisty Art at 10:30 AM at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Art Show at 11:30 AM showcasing creative art from Teen Art & Kreative Kids at the Anthony Hunt Library, Howard College Campus
Contact: Julianna (432) 264-2260
* Please note that children must always be supervised by an adult during summer reading programs and events, no exceptions, thank you.