Summer Programs
Join the Leon County Public Library in June and July for Unearth a Story summer programs. Discover a season filled with hands-on activities, creative exploration, and stories waiting to be uncovered.
From exciting games and crafts to scavenger hunts, live performances, and reading challenges, there’s something for all ages. Whether you’re exploring the past, imagining new worlds, or uncovering hidden stories, the library is your place for summer discovery.
The summer reading program helps prevent the “summer slide” by keeping children and teens engaged in reading throughout the break. It also encourages readers of all ages to explore books for fun and prizes.
Beanstack
Join the Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack, the library’s fun reading challenge tracker!
How to get started:
- Create a Beanstack account.
- Log your reads on the Beanstack app or website.
Earn badges by:
- Reading 20 minutes each day.
- Attending library programs.
- Completing fun activities.
From June 1 through July 31, participate in the Summer Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Winners will be notified on August 8. All participants age 17 and younger who complete the challenge will receive a free book.
Prizes include:
- Kids (0-5)
- Glow in the Dark Dino Blanket
- Dinosaur Night Light
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Youth (6-11)
- Magnetic Building Blocks: Dinosaur World
- Lego Dinosaur Figure
- Teens (12-17)
- 3D Wooden Dinosaur Puzzle
- T. Rex Fossils Model Building Set
- Adults (18+)
- Challenger Learning Center Duo Membership
Scavenger Hunts
Go on a discovery adventure at your library each week. Pick up a scavenger hunt and uncover clues, solve challenges, and win fun prizes.
Brainfuse HelpNow
Keep your skills sharp for the new school year with Brainfuse HelpNow. Students can stay engaged through live tutoring, lessons, and activities in math, science, and writing. Access this free resource 24/7 using your library card.
Mango Languages
Learn a new language this summer with Mango Languages. Explore interactive lessons in more than 70 languages and build real-world conversation. Take part in the Summer Language Challenge and see how far your skills can grow. Access Mango Languages for free with your library card.
Sunshine State Young Readers Award Kits
Support summer reading with Sunshine State Young Readers Award (SSYRA) Kits. Each kit includes four titles from the current SSYRA list, with options for grades 3-5 and grades 6-8. Kits may be checked out with one library card and must be reserved at least seven days in advance. Individual titles are also available in the library catalog.
Events
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Audience: teens-adults
Location:
Virtual
Description:
Join us for an energizing virtual conversation with Rachael DeVaux, New York Times bestselling author of Rachael’s Good Eats. Her newest book, The High Protein Plate, shows how anyone at any stage of life can easily incorporate protein into their diet. From Buffalo Chicken Baked Tacos and Honey Blackberry Overnight Oats to Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta, these satisfying and simple meals are made for everyday life.
Getting enough protein is essential. It’s needed for health and strength at every stage of life. The more protein you eat, the more satisfied, energized, and resilient you’ll feel. It builds muscle, fuels hormones, and supports every organ.
The High Protein Plate includes the following:
- 100 high-protein, craveable recipes for packing protein from breakfast through dessert.
- Straightforward guidance on how much protein you really need—and why it matters.
- Macros for every recipe, so you can easily track what’s best for you.
- Confidence to plan and prepare balanced, purposeful meals.
- Meal prep tips to set you up for success all week long.
- A 28-day plan to help get you started and stay on track.
Whether you’re focused on building lean muscle, balancing blood sugar, boosting energy, or just feeding your family well you need protein. The High Protein Plate makes it simple—and delicious to get enough every day.
Register for this virtual Author Talk at LeonCountyLibrary.org/AuthorTalks.
View upcoming Author Talk programs and recordings of past talks at LeonCountyLibrary.org/AuthorTalks.
The Author Talk series is sponsored by the Friends of the Leon County Public Library.
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Audience: kids
Location:
Lake Jackson Branch Library
Description:
The WFSU Summer Challenge keeps families learning and having fun all summer long. Complete activities from the free activity book, track your progress with photos, and earn points. At the end of the summer, bring your checklist and images to trade points for prizes from the WFSU store.
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Summer BreakSpot
Free healthy, packaged meals are available for kids and teens 18 and under at Leon County Public Library locations throughout the summer.
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Audience: kids-teens
Location:
Leon County Main Library
Description:
Free healthy, packaged breakfast is available to enjoy on-site for kids and teens 18 and under at the Leon County Main Library Monday through Friday from 10-11 a.m. from Monday, June 1 through Friday, July 31. No registration is required.
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Audience: kids-teens
Location:
Leon County Main Library
Description:
Free healthy, packaged lunch is available to enjoy on-site for kids and teens 18 and under at the Leon County Main Library Monday through Friday from 2-3 p.m. from Monday, June 1 through Friday, July 31. No registration is required.
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Audience: kids-teens
Location:
Woodville Branch Library
Description:
Free healthy, packaged grab-and-go meals are available for kids and teens 18 and under at the Woodville Branch Library Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. from Tuesday, June 2 through Friday, July 31. No registration is required. Caregivers can pick up meals for their children without the children present and can take meals for the whole week.
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Audience: kids-teens
Location:
Dr. B.L. Perry, Jr. Branch Library
Description:
Free healthy, packaged breakfast is available to enjoy on-site for kids and teens 18 and under at the Dr. B.L. Perry, Jr. Branch Library Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. from Tuesday, June 2 through Friday, July 31. No registration is required.
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Audience: kids-teens
Location:
Jane G. Sauls Fort Braden Branch Library
Description:
Free healthy, packaged grab-and-go meals are available for kids and teens 18 and under at the Fort Braden Branch Library Tuesday through Friday from 2-4 p.m. from Tuesday, June 2 through Friday, July 31. No registration is required. Caregivers can pick up meals for their children without the children present and can take meals for the whole week.
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Audience: kids-teens
Location:
Dr. B.L. Perry, Jr. Branch Library
Description:
Free healthy, packaged lunch is available to enjoy on-site for kids and teens 18 and under at the Dr. B.L. Perry, Jr. Branch Library Tuesday through Friday from 3-4 p.m. from Tuesday, June 2 through Friday, July 31. No registration is required.
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