A Splashy Kickoff

            Last Thursday, the Calhoun County Library celebrated the beginning of summer reading with a splash!

            On Thursday, June 9, at 10:30 AM, the Calhoun County Library held an outdoor kickoff party. There were little pools for young children to splash around in, and the St. Matthews Fire Department created a fun splash zone by spraying their hose for people to run through. There were also crafts for all ages, water games to be played, giveaways from the Save the Children Foundation, and a frozen treat from Pelican’s SnoBalls of Orangeburg.

            This kickoff party was a fun start to our summer reading programs that are now in full swing. This year, we have two simultaneous summer reading programs for some extra competition for adults and children alike. These programs are entitled Oceans of Possibilities and Adventures to BOOKland. They are both in progress, and we are ready for patrons to register and join in on the fun!

            To register and start logging your and your children’s reading time, visit the Calhoun County Library website to get the account link, or you can download the Beanstack app directly on your phone. Registering is simple, but our Library staff is here to help if you need it. Once your account is set up, it’s time to read! When you reach the pre-set reading time goals, come to the Library to get a weekly prize and craft to take home. A drawing for the grand prizes of bikes and Kindles will be at the finale.

            Each week, we will have a fun in-person program that starts at 10:30 AM on Thursdays with a provided snack. Next Thursday, June 23, 2022, is a hilarious skit by our perennial favorite, Porkchop Productions. Everyone is sure to laugh so come on down and enjoy!

            We would like to thank everyone who came to enjoy the celebration kickoff party. This program is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the South Carolina State Library. Thank you to the Dollar General Literacy Foundation; the funding received will support our summer reading program! Special thanks for support from Save the Children!