NEW ROCHELLE, NY — The New Rochelle Public Library’s Summer Reading Kick-off Party, designed to raise the level of children’s enthusiasm for a summer of reading pleasure, will be held on Saturday, June 25th, from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. State Fair! is the theme of the event, which will feature a live performance by the internationally acclaimed “Bash the Trash” duo. Building, performing and educating with musical instruments made from recycled and reused materials since 1992, “Bash the Trash” entertains with messages about Science, Sound, and Sustainability. The performance will take place at 11:30 am on Library Green, where the Grand Market will also be taking place, or the library’s Ossie Davis Theater in the event of inclement weather. Children can also experience a variety of craft projects and games inspired by the 2016 “Reading Road Trip” Summer Reading Game. An added bonus for the whole family, the New Rochelle BID will offer old-fashioned Country Line Dancing in the park at 1:00 pm. Instructor Adam Cherkow will lead the festive activity.
In the library’s lobby, parents will have an opportunity to register their children in pre-K through Grade 5 for the “Reading Road Trip” summer reading incentive game. Each child registering will receive materials to keep track of the books they read so that they can win prizes throughout the summer and receive an invitation to the End of Summer Reading Party. The Summer Reading Kick-off Party is sponsored by the Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library and the New Rochelle Downtown Business Improvement District (BID).
From July 5th – August 20th, a full slate of free summer programs for preschool and elementary school students will be offered at the main library and the Huguenot Children’s Library, including nature, crafts, calligraphy, chess, visits from live animals, international music and dance performances, and family films. For the full listing, visit nrpl.org or call (914) 813-3706 for a brochure.