Each summer the library organizes a Summer Reading program that features a range of activities. It spans across self-paced reading challenges, interactive programs and activities, and live performances and events.

There’s also the reading challenge, which is open to all community members, with no registration required.  As trumpeted on the library website:  “Read a book with a friend, listen to an audiobook, attend one of our weekly story times, enjoy a graphic novel, it all counts!” You could earn a t-shirt.

EVENTS

"Yoga Storytime," with Dani Dent. Wednesday, June 19, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Chetzemoka Park. Ages 3-12. 

"Children's Book Festival," with special guest authors Dori Butler, Lily LaMotte, and Faith Pray. Thursday, June 20, at 5 p.m. Carnegie Room. All ages.

"Read to Rover." Thursday, June 27, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Children's Room. Ages 5-11. 

"Magical Adventures: Fairy House Workshop," with special guest author Phoebe Wahl. Friday, June 28, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pink House Lawn. Ages 7-12. 

"Outdoor Adventures: Teen Nature Photography," with Russ Stamp. Tuesday, July 2, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pink House. Ages 12-18.

LEGO Club. Wednesday, July 3, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pink House Meeting Room. Ages 3-12. 

"Backyard Adventures: Raising Chickens," with Galia Roman. Wednesday, July 10, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pink House Lawn. Ages 12-18.

"Chicken Storytime," with Galia Roman. Thursday, July 11, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pink House Lawn. Ages 3-12. 

"Yoga Storytime," with Dani Dent. Wednesday, July 17, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Chetzemoka Park. Ages 3-12. 

"Wilderness Adventures: First Aid Kit Race," with East Jefferson Fire and Rescue. Thursday, July 18, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Children's Room. Ages 7-12.

"Adventures in the Kitchen: Teen Cupcake Wars." Wednesday, July 24, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. The Cotton Building. Ages 12-18.

"Read to Rover." Thursday, July 25, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Children's Room. Ages 5-11. 

"Outdoor Adventures: Plants That Grow." Thursday, Aug. 1, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Children's Room. Ages 7-12.

"Magical Adventures: Plants from Ancient Folklore." Wednesday, Aug. 7, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Teen Room. Ages 12-18.

"Outdoor Adventures: Wild Bird Rescue," with Discovery Bay Wild Bird Rescue. Thursday, Aug. 8, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Chetzemoka Park. Ages 7-12.

"Wilderness Adventures: Survival Skills, Campfires, and More!" with Scott Brinton. Wednesday, Aug. 14, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Teen Room. Ages 12-18.

"Wilderness Adventures: Survival Skills for Kids," with Scott Brinton. Thursday, Aug. 15, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Chetzemoka Park. Ages 7-12. 

"Yoga Storytime," with Dani Dent. Wednesday, Aug. 21, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Chetzemoka Park. Ages 3-12.

"Read to Rover." Thursday, Aug. 22, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Children's Room. Ages 5-11.

"Teen Photo Gallery." Friday, Aug. 23, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Carnegie Room. All Ages.

"100 Hour Reading Party." Thursday, Aug. 29, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Chetzemoka Park. All Ages.

Summer Storytimes

Storytime in the Park: Every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Chetzemoka Park, June 6 to Aug. 29.

"Yoga Storytime," with Dani Dent. Wednesdays, June 19, July 17 and Aug. 21, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Chetzemoka Park.

Storytime at the Port Townsend Farmers Market: Saturdays, June 1, July 6 and Aug. 3, from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Teen Book Club at the Nest:

Every Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Nest, July 10 to Aug. 28.