It’s time to kick off summer reading! This year we’re celebrating the ways in which books and libraries Unearth a Story, and offer a lineup of fun activities and story times for you to join! You can register for any of these programs in person, by phone (814-445-4011) or by using our online form. We’re excited to kick off Summer Reading and hope you’ll help us Unearth a Story!
Summer Storytime for Toddlers, Preschool and Kindergarten (Wednesdays, June 17-July 15)
Are you ready to Unearth a Story with summer reading? Join the Biesecker Library on Tuesdays at 10:30 am this summer for Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten stories, songs and games! This story time meets on June 17 and 24, and July 1, 8 and 15.
Tales of Tails: Storytime With a Dog (Dates TBA)
Our special Tales of Tails event returns this summer! Susan from The Humane Society of Somerset County will join us for story time with a special animal friend. Children and their families are welcome at these events. Dates to be announced.
Budding Gardeners (Thursdays in June)
We’re proud to announce the return of Budding Gardeners for summer 2026! Budding Gardeners is a collaboration with the Penn State Master Gardeners of Somerset County to teach the basics of gardening to kids grades K-5. This free program will be held at the library on Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 10:00 to 11:00 am.
SFSP Youth Cafe (Thursdays in June)
The Summer Youth Café is a federally-funded child nutrition program that provides free and healthy meals while schools are on summer break. We’re proud to host the Pittsburgh Food Bank‘s SYC program here at the library on Thursdays at 11:15, after our weekly Budding Gardeners program. Make sure to note that you want lunch when you sign up for Summer Reading!
Summer Reading for Kids (Grades 1-5) and Teens (6-12) (June 17-15)
Children in Grades 1-5 and Teenagers (6-12) are also invited to join us for Summer Reading! ChildrenGrades 1-5 can stop by the library to register, pick up a bingo card of books and activities for the summer, then return it before July 15th to win a free book! Teen Summer Readers can fill out a teen book review for their chance to win a free book! Register in person or using our online form!
Beanstack Summer Online Reading Challenge (June 1-July 31)
Can’t make it to the library this summer? Take part in our Summer Online Challenge on Beanstack! Beanstack is an online reading website that allows you to track your reading, complete the online activities and win online badges and a prize! Create an account on Beanstack today!