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The DoD MWR Libraries Summer Reading Program - presented by United Through Reading - is a great way to encourage a child, teen, or adult to read over the summer months. So let’s give them a little incentive to earn prizes for their reading! Get a new prize for each completed reading badge level. MWR customers of all ages are encouraged to join.
The theme for this year's DoD Summer Reading Program is "Read. Renew. Repeat."
Register for the iREAD Program
Bangor | Bremerton
2024 Summer Reading Program Activities
Beanstack registration is not required to participate in activities listed below. Activites and events are funded by The DoD Summer Reading Program grant.
JUNE
Story Stroll
June 1-30 | Trident Lakes Recreation Area
“Bird Watch” By Christie Matheson
Summer Kickoff Barbeque
Friday, June 14 | 4:30-7 p.m. | Camp McKean | FREE
Start your summer off right with live music, hot dog and cheeseburger meals, and the Summer Reading Program!
Nature Walk: Camp McKean Birdwatching
Friday, June 21 | 8-10 a.m. | Camp McKean | FREE
Eyes to the sky! Learn how to use binoculars and identify local birds at Camp McKean.
JULY
Story Stroll
July 1-31 | Trident Lakes Recreation Area
“And Then Comes Summer” By Tom Brenner
Wheels and Wags Walk
Thursday, July 18 | 5-7 p.m. | Jackson Park Elwood Point
Bikes and barks. Paws and pedals. Take part in the Wheels and Wags Walk at Elwood Point!
Nature Walk: Elwood Point Beach Walk
Saturday, July 20 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Embark on a guided beach walk along the Elwood Point shoreline.
Bees and Flower Starter Event
Sunday, July 28 | 3-5 p.m. | Camp McKean
Learn about the importance of bees and polination.
AUGUST
Story Stroll
August 1-31 | Trident Lakes Recreation Area
“Millie Fierce Sleeps Out” By Jane Manning
Tie Dye Party
Wednesday, August 7 | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Trident Lakes
Create something new out of something old at Summer Reading Program Tie Dye Party!
Nature Walk: Trident Lakes Berry/Plant Identification
Wednesday, August 14 | 4-6 p.m. | Trident Lakes Recreation Area
Spend the afternoon identifying berries, mushrooms and plants at Trident Lakes!
Summer Reading Program Wrap-up: Craft and Hobby Supply Swap
Friday, August 23 | 4:30-7 p.m. | Bremerton Recreation Center
Bring your leftover crafting supplies to provide others with materials to make their own masterpieces.
