by Julie Andersen, Outreach Librarian, Vista Grande Library, City of Casa Grande
The library is more than a place that houses books. We have so many programs and events that are happening, you are bound to have fun.
This April, we are excited to host an art exhibit created by the students at Mesquite Elementary School. Their art will be displayed at the Main Library April 17 through April 23. Come browse through the art and be inspired by the kids in our community.
Looking for fun programs for your little ones? Join us for an Earth Day Preschool Storytime on April 22, 10 to 10:30 a.m. at the Main Library. After Storytime, toddlers can get together for the Toddler Playgroup that starts at 10:30 a.m. Even more fun can be had at the program Music for Little Ones April 25, also at the Main Library 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Our annual Summer Reading Program is coming soon!
Our theme this year is Color Your World. Registration begins May 1 and continues through June 30. Participants are asked to download the Beanstack App to track the minutes read over the length of the program.
Adults can also join in on a summer reading challenge for a chance to win a gift basket. Once registered, participants can pick up their Summer Reading “goodies” May 19 at either library location.
The library will be hosting the annual Kick Off Summer Reading Event at the Palm Island Aquatics Park June 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
We will have weekly programs and scavenger hunts at both libraries throughout the summer with prizes to be won and our Scholastic Bookfair to wrap it up at the end. Participants who can show their minutes read over the summer can pick out a free book from the fair.
Register for Summer Reading at bit.ly/cgplsrp2025, and don’t forget to download the Beanstack App. Upcoming calendars can be found on www.cglibrary.org. The Casa Grande Library (Main) is at 449 N. Drylake St., and the Vista Grande Library is at 1556 N. Arizola Rd.
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