Summer Programs

Join the Leon County Public Library in June and July for the Color Our World summer programs! Explore a vibrant summer filled with exciting games, crafts, scavenger hunts, animal visits, reading challenges, and more for all ages.

The library’s summer reading program helps prevent the “summer slide” by keeping children and teens engaged in reading throughout the long summer break. The program encourages individuals of all ages to read books of their choice for fun and prizes.

Beanstack

Join the Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack, the library’s fun reading challenge tracker!

How to get started:

• Scan the QR code and 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.

Prizes include:

• Kids (0-12)

  • Pom Pom Animal Art Kit

  • Hand Puppet Kit

  • Glow in the Dark Rock Painting

  • Window Sun Catcher Kit

  • National Geographic Art Kit: Mosaic/Marbling/Pottery

• Teens (13-17)
  • Woobles Beginners Crochet Kit
  • Acrylic Paint Set

• Adults (18+)
  • DIY Mosaic Vase Kit
  • LEGO Insect Collection

Scavenger Hunts

Embark on colorful adventures this summer at your Leon County Public Library! Each week, pick up a different scavenger hunt worksheet at the information desk and explore the library to uncover vibrant clues. Complete the hunts to win exciting prizes and add a splash of fun to your visit!

Brainfuse HelpNow

Keep your skills vibrant and ready for the new school year with Brainfuse’s online Summer Skills Camp! Students in grades 3-12 can stay engaged all summer through live tutoring, mini lessons, and activities in math, science, and writing. These fun and interactive exercises will help sharpen skills, so students can embrace new learning instead of revisiting last year’s concepts. Access this free resource using your library card.

Events

Summer BreakSpot

Free healthy, packaged meals are available for kids and teens 18 and under at Leon County Public Library locations throughout the summer.