The Hamilton City Library (HCL) is having their youngest patrons take virtual adventures in Kansas this summer, during the Summer Learning Program. Storytime continues through July on every Friday at 11:30 a.m. Ten places in Kansas are being discussed in the eightweek timeframe. So far the group has “virtually” traveled to Topeka and Dodge City and Abilene/ Atchison to learn about Gage Park and the Zoo, a Kansas Historical Museum, the Capitol Building (Topeka), Boot Hill, Rodeos and Santa Fe Trail (Dodge City) and talked about “Trains, Planes, and Other Things” (Abilene and Atchison). Kevin Lawrence and his son, Evan, had a presentation for the kids with a model train (electric) that lit up, it blew smoke from the engine, and the engineer talked. What an adventure that was! K. Lawrence played some railroad songs and sang while he played the banjo and the harmonica. Lunch was carryout or picnic on the floor. When the kids were asked, “What was your favorite part of today?” they replied… “The Train!”
The journey continues at HCL until the end of July. Please continue to attend the story times on Fridays at 11:30 a.m. Kids will have an opportunity to check out “Flat Beth” (remember Flat Stanley?) and can take her on an adventure with their family or friends. They will be given a journal to write the story of what happened in the up-to- 10-days check out period per family.
Check with Miss Beth, HCL Director, and see if “Flat Beth” is available. Be sure to take pictures and send them to the library.
Earn book bucks by attending HCL programs offered this summer, completing challenges, participating in other ways and reading books. With the “bucks” a child will be able to spend the money on prizes to take home. The library has also been having ”Morning Movies” on certain Saturdays, including: July 13 and July 20 at 9 a.m. Popcorn will be served and book bucks can be spent on other treats.
