Each year, local libraries schedule a program to encourage the community’s young readers to continue their reading during summer vacation. This year’s Summer Reading Program (SRP) FIZZ, BOOM, READ, invites them to read about subjects that interest them and increase their knowledge of science related topics along the way.  

Several programs and events have been planned to inspire and entertain participants. Special performances and incentives will be offered this summer thanks to the generous support that the Wiscasset Public Library Children’s Room has received from The Friends of the Library, local businesses and individuals.

Children of all ages and reading abilities can register beginning Wednesday, June 18, at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Room. The deadline for registration is Thursday, July 3.  We will celebrate the completion of the Summer Reading Program on August 15 with a visit from Northern Stars Planetarium. A handout with information and scheduling will be given out at registration. The schedule of events will also be posted online at www.wiscasset.lib.me.us, Facebook and Twitter.  

Jackson Gillman, the Stand-up Chameleon, will be performing on Wednesday, June 25, for our Summer Reading Program kickoff presentation. He incorporates comedy, drama, music and dance into his own style of theatre and promises an engaging and entertaining event.

On July 8, former teacher and librarian, Jerry Schneider of Vermont, is bringing his butterfly presentation. He will be presenting a slide show, engaging the audience in discussion about butterfly migration and population and concluding with a T-shirt craft.

Author and former Waterway Supervisor Tim Caverly will narrate the multi-media presentation “Allagash Tails and Tales” on Tuesday, July 29. The show will include music, scenic and historic photographs as well as stories detailing his personal experiences while living in the woods.

Our very own Edward J. Polewarczyk, retired United Space Alliance technical director, will be divulging thrilling, behind the scenes stories and information of the Space Program for which he worked with. His presentation on August 6 will detail his responsibilities for orbiter modifications and operations during space shuttle missions. This will surely prepare his audience for our SRP finale with Northern Stars Planetarium Star Show on Friday, August 15.