Library programming is going to look a little different this summer. Programming that would normally be held at the library has been suspended due to coronavirus. However, virtual programs that began in March will continue through social media.

All branches will continue to host their weekly storytimes using Facebook Live. There will also be other added virtual content for all ages, such as book club discussions using Zoom, live performers, and “take & make” crafts. With a “take & make” craft, a patron stops by the library and picks up all the supplies needed to create a craft. Then, they make the craft at home while watching a “how-to” video posted on their branch’s social media page.

The library will host four live, virtual family programs this summer beginning in June with Animal Tales – Fantastic Creatures. Join us online for this live animal show on Tuesday, June 30 at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., or 6 p.m.

The month of July is packed with virtual program options, including a Las Vegas-style magic show with Glen Foster on Thursday, July 9 at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., or 6 p.m., as well as the Shake-Ups Band, an award winning, power-pop group that performs songs all about cartoons. The Shake-Ups Band will be performing on Saturday, July 18 at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Finally, on Wednesday, July 29 the Bright Star Theater acting troupe will present “Happily Ever After” at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., and 5 p.m. The performance is a hilarious rendition of some of the best Grimm Brothers’ famous fairy tales, including Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood, Rumpelstiltskin, and The Elves and the Shoemaker.