The downtown branch of the Portage Co. Library. (Contributed)

Portage County Library to kick off week of Summer Library Program events

By Patrick Lynn

STEVENS POINT – The Portage County Public Library has released a packed schedule of free activities for kids and teens as part of its Summer Library Program, running June 23–30.

This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” will guide a variety of interactive programs across all four PCPL locations—Stevens Point, Plover, Rosholt, and Almond. All events are free and open to the public, with no registration required unless noted.

Here’s a look at the week’s activities:

  • June 23, 4 p.m., Stevens Point – Teen Time: Delicious Delights – Teens will make and enjoy food creations.

  • June 24, 10:30 a.m., Stevens Point – Family Storytime – Aimed at preschoolers but open to all.

  • June 24, 5:30 p.m., Plover – Shuffle and Deal – Classic card games for ages 5 through 5th grade, with an adult.

  • June 25, 10:30 a.m., Rosholt – Family Storytime – Open to all ages.

  • June 25, 4 p.m., Rosholt – Teen Time: Little Bitty Libraries – Teens create miniature books and pocket-sized libraries.

  • June 25, 4 p.m., Stevens Point – Brick Central – A building challenge for families. Registration required.

  • June 26, 10:30 a.m., Plover – Family Storytime – Held outdoors, weather permitting.

  • June 26, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., Stevens Point – Discovery Days: On a Roll – Crafting with recycled paper rolls.

  • June 26, 4 p.m., Almond – Shuffle and Deal – Classic card games for ages 5 through 5th grade, with an adult.

  • June 27, 9:45 a.m., Stevens Point – Baby Storytime – For newborns to 17 months; siblings welcome.

  • June 27, 10:30 a.m., Stevens Point – Family Storytime – Open to all ages.

  • June 27, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Plover – Discovery Days: Petals & Metals – Activities with gears, flowers, and metal pieces.

  • June 27, 4 p.m., Rosholt – Discovery Days: Petals & Metals – The same event offered at the Plover branch.

  • June 28, 10:30 a.m., Stevens Point – Family Storytime – Designed for preschoolers, but all are welcome.

In addition to the weekly programming, two ongoing activities will continue through August 30:

  • Summer Reading Challenge – Readers of all ages can log their minutes using the Beanstack app for a chance to win prizes.

  • StoryWalk – Featured at the Plover and Rosholt branches, the walk encourages families to enjoy stories while walking outdoors.

More information is available at www.pocolibrary.org or by contacting any of the four branches.