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Carlinville Library Summer Reading Program

Area youngsters are invited to the free Paws for Reading summer program that begins at the Carlinville Public Library on June 3.

Paws for Reading will help children ages K-5 learn more about all different types of animals while encouraging reading and library usage. This years program runs from June 3-26.

Parents are encouraged to sign their children up for Paws for Reading from Mya 27-June 2.

The sessions for preschool children will be each Wednesday from 10-11am, while kindergarteners and first graders will meet every Tuesday from 2-3pm. Second and third graders will gather on Wednesdays from 2-3pm, and fourth and fifth graders will meet each Thursday from 2-3pm.

Special visitors will make Paws for Reading more enjoyable. On June 10 from 1-2pm, the Reptile Guy will be on hand to help youngsters learn about the world of reptiles. On June 18, there will be a wildlife program at 2pm. The program will conclude with a presentation about dogs from Buzzie of Macoupin County Animal Control.

For more information on Paws for Reading, call the Carlinville Public Library at 217-854-3505.

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