NOTE: All programs & events are subject to change.

Oceans of Possibilities

Summer Reading Program

 June 15-July 21, 2022

Each week, kids in K-5th grade will discover fun and fascinating facts about the sea. All programs after our kickoff parties will require registration, as space is limited. Registration for each event will open on the Monday prior to the event; call the branch at which you would like to attend to register.

PROGRAMS AT BARCO: 

Events are held on Wednesdays at 3:00PM, unless otherwise stated. 

Discover Treasures (June 15) – Play ocean bingo, go on a treasure hunt, and build a boat all while learning about ocean treasures. Registration is not required to attend this event.

Ocean Science with the NC Aquarium (June 23 at 10:00AM) – Learning how the ocean makes life possible is more important than ever before! With the help of the North Carolina Aquarium, our summer readers will discover the different branches of science involved in the study of our oceans. Registration is required and opens June 20.

Sharon Meade (June 29) – Sharon Meade from the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education will join us for a special ocean-themed program. Registration is required and opens June 27.

Financial Possibilities with Loretta Shawgo (July 13) – Saving-Spending-Giving: Explore the keys to your financial possibilities with an ocean-themed piggy bank craft. Registration is required and opens July 11.

Explore New Depths (July 20) – Dive deep into the ocean while making an ocean zones upcycled craft. Registration is required and opens July 18.

PROGRAMS AT MOYOCK:

Events are held on Thursdays at 3:00 PM.

 
Luau Kickoff (June 16) – Create a lei or tiki necklace and participate in fun activities including hula-hoop and relay races! Registration is not required to attend this event.

Ocean Science with the NC Aquarium (June 23) – Learning how the ocean makes life possible is more important than ever before! With the help of the North Carolina Aquarium, our summer readers will discover the different branches of science involved in the study of our oceans. Registration is required and opens June 20.

Sea Turtles and N.E.S.T. (June 30) – Join us as we discover the world of sea turtles! Learn about how you can help as you listen to a N.E.S.T. volunteer share their story. Registration is required and opens June 27.

Sharon Meade (July 14) – Sharon Meade from the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education will join us for a special ocean-themed program. Registration is required and opens July 11.

Heroes of the Sea (July 21) – Explore the science behind submersibles, discover animals that call mangroves their home, and learn about scientists and activists that have become heroes of the sea during our final Summer Reading program of 2022. Registration is required and opens July 18.

Summer Storytime To-Go

for Toddlers and Preschoolers

June 13-July 22, 2022

These take-home activity packets will help children acquire the necessary skills to learn to read while providing parents with helpful tips, tricks, and guidance. New Summer Storytime packets will be available each week throughout the Summer Reading Program.

BARCO:

• Pirates (June 13-17)
• Ocean (June 20-24)
• Seashells (June 27-July 1)
• Sharks (July 5-8)
• Fish (July 11-15)
• Ocean Animals (July 18-22)

MOYOCK: 

• Ocean (June 13-17)
• Fish (June 20-24)
• Seashells (June 27-July 1)
• Sharks (July 5-8)
• Whales (July 11-15)
• Sea Turtles (July 18-22)

Seas the Day

Teen Summer Reading Challenge

June 1-July 29, 2022

BARCO & MOYOCK – Teens in 6-12th grade are invited to participate in a summer reading challenge! For each challenge you finish, you'll receive a raffle ticket to be entered in a prize drawing. The more you read, the better your chances are to win some cool prizes. Stop by the Barco or Moyock Library to pick up a reading challenge starting June 1st.