Summer Reading Programs

Whether you frequent one of the hometown libraries in person, visit an information station, stop by one of the Book Boxes or are a Virtual Library customer. Your Pioneer Library System has a long list of Summer Reading Programs available for young and old.

Be sure to visit a specific hometown library web page to find more about our Summer activities!

Adult Summer Reading Program Schedule

Pioneer Library System - Summer Reading Programs

Last Updated on Tuesday, 07 May 2013 10:32

Dig Into Dinnner Food for Thought Learning Institute offers a lecture/cooking demonstration for families who want to eat well on a budget. The chefs engage children in some simple food preparation while parents focus on exciting and healthy meals. Limited seating: registered guests will be seated first.

Sat., June 8 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee Fri., July 12 at 6 p.m. in Noble

Sat., June 15 at 2 p.m. in SOKC Tues., July 16 at 5:30 p.m. in Tecumseh

Mon., June 17 at 5:30 p.m. in Blanchard Thurs., July 18 at 5:30 p.m. in Purcell

Sat., July 27 at 2 p.m. in Norman Sat., July 27 at 2 p.m. in Newcastle

Mon., June 24 at 6:30 p.m. in Moore Sat., July 27 at 2 p.m. in McLoud

Break New Ground with Genealogy Kathryn Ramsay, Genealogy librarian for the Pioneer Library System, offers several different approaches to assist you in your family research: reading and writing genealogy blogs and posting on genealogy message boards and forums. You'll be closer to understanding your ancestry in no time.

Thurs., June 6 at 5:30 p.m. in Tecumseh Tues., July 2 at 5:30 p.m. in Newcastle

Sat., June 15 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee Thurs., July 11 at 6:30 p.m. in Norman

Mon., June 17 at 6:30 p.m. in Moore Thurs., July 18 at 6 p.m. in SOKC

Sat., June 22 at 2 p.m. in Purcell Fri., July 19 at 6 p.m. in Noble

Thurs., June 27 at 5:30 p.m. in Blanchard

Rilla Askew Oklahoma author Rilla Askew returns to tour the Pioneer hometown libraries after a national book tour for Kind of Kin, her fourth novel. Join the discussion about the book that was inspired by 2007 Oklahome immigration laws and the impact upon those personally affected by the legislation.

Mon., June 3 at 6 p.m. in SOKC Tues., June 11 at 6 p.m. in McLoud

Tues., Jue 4 at 6 p.m. in Blanchard Thurs., June 13 at 1 p.m. in Noble

Thurs., June 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Norman Thurs., June 13 at 7 p.m. in Purcell

Fri., June 7 at 10:30 a.m. in Shawnee Fri., June 14 at 6:30 p.m. in Moore

Fri., June 7 at 6 p.m. in Newcastle

Family Stories: How to Begin Workshop instructor Nathan Brown, 2013-2014 Poet Laureate of Oklahoma, will help you get started (break ground) in telling and preserving your own life-stories. Brown travels widely to offer various workshops, so this will be a real treat for anyone who chooses to attend.

Sat., June 29 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee Mon., July 15 at 6 p.m. in SOKC

Sat., July 6 at 2 p.m. in Purcell Thurs., July 18 at 5:30 p.m. in Tecumseh

Mon., July 8 at 6:30 p.m. in Moore Sat., July 20 at 10:30 a.m. in Norman

Tues., July 9 at 5:30 p.m. in Newcastle Sat., July 20 at 2 p.m. in Noble

Thurs., July 11 at 5:30 p.m. in Blanchard

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Teen Summer Reading Program Schedule

Pioneer Library System - Summer Reading Programs

Last Updated on Tuesday, 07 May 2013 10:30

Get Down to Dance Rachel Hendricks, dancer, choreographer, and instructor, leads a fun workshop to offer some moves that will be sure to turn heads on any dance floor. Rachel is a dance instructor at Modern Dance Arts in Norman where she has been teaching all ages and styles since 2005.

Tues., June 18 at 2 p.m. in Purcell Fri., June 28 at 2 p.m. in Newcastle

Wed., June 19 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee Mon., July 8 at 2 p.m. in SOKC

Thurs., June 20 at 2 p.m. in Blanchard Tues., July 9 at 2 p.m. in Norman

Mon., June 24 at 2 p.m. in Moore Wed., July 10 at 2 p.m. in McLoud

Tues., June 25 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh Thurs., July 11 at 2 p.m. in Noble

Theater Makeup Artistry Erin Hicks-Cheek shows basic make-up techniques and some special horror make-up tricks that would do any zombie actor proud as teens design and apply theatrical-style makeup. Erin is a former artistic director of Oklahoma City Theatre Company and has numerous acting credits. Limit 20. Registration required.

Mon., June 3 at 2 p.m. in Moore Mon., June 10 at 2 p.m. in SOKC

Tues., June 4 at 2 p.m. in Purcell Tues., June 11 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh

Wed., June 5 at 2 p.m. in McLoud Wed., June 12 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee

Thurs., June 6 at 2 p.m. in Noble Thurs., June 13 at 2 p.m. in Blanchard

Fri., June 7 at 2 p.m. in Newscastle Tues., June 18 at 2 p.m. in Norman

Steampunk Style Learn jewelry making basics and build your own Steampunk style accessories based on Victorian science fiction and fantasy. Workshop leader Kiona Millirons has taught art for the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. Supplies are provided. Registration is required. Limit 20.

Fri., June 7 at 2 p.m. in SOKC Thurs., June 20 at 2 p.m. in Noble

Tues., June 11 at 2 p.m. in Norman Fri., June 21 at 2 p.m. in Newcastle

Mon., June 17 at 2 p.m. in Moore Tues., June 25 at 2 p.m. in Purcell

Tues., June 18 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh Wed., June 26 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee

Wed., June 19 at 2 p.m. in McLoud Thurs., June 27 at 2 p.m. in Blanchard

Science Museum Oklahoma Experience the world of Tolkien's The Hobbit. Learn the science behind fire breathing and glowing swords. Discover riddles, rings, and other hobbit things as you navigate dark passages, traverse a spider's web, and explore many other wonders of Middle Earth. Limit 40 per workshop. Registration required.

Mon., July 8 at 2 p.m. in Moore Wed., July 17 at 2 p.m. in McLoud

Tues., July 9 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh Wed., July 17 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee

Thurs., July 11 at 2 p.m. in Blanchard Thurs., July 18 at 2 p.m. in Noble

Fri., July 12 at 2 p.m. in Newcastle Sat., July 20 at 2 p.m. in Norman

Mon., July 15 at 2 p.m. in SOKC Tues., July 23 at 2 p.m. in Purcell

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Children's Summer Reading Program Schedule

Pioneer Library System - Summer Reading Programs

Last Updated on Tuesday, 07 May 2013 10:29

It's a Brass Family Affair when the Boulevard Brass Quintet provides a delightful introduction to the brass family of instruments and the music they make in a program for children and parents. The group will also have fun providing sound effects and musical illustration of a favorite storybook. After the entertainment, families can learn to make their own musical instruments.

Sun, June 2 at 2 p.m. in Norman Sat., June 29 at 7 p.m. in Newcastle

Sat., June 8 at 2 p.m. in Purcell Sat., July 6 at 2 p.m. in McLoud

Fri., June 14 at 6 p.m. in Noble Thurs., July 18 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh

Sat., June 15 at 10 a.m. in Moore Sat., July 20 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee

Sat., June 29 at 10 a.m. in Blanchard Sat., July 27 at 2 p.m. in SOKC

Don't Daub Dirt! Dig Into Reading! Al Bostick's rollicking theatrical rendition of an African folk tale about a dirt dauber who learns a lesson will entertain and educate. Al Bostick is a favorite for summer fun; he is a member of the Oklahoma Arts Council Touring and Teaching Artsist rosters.

Mon., June 10 at 2 & 7 p.m. in Norman Thurs., June 13 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh

Tues., June 11 at 2 & 6:30 p.m. in Moore Fri., June 14 at 2 & 7 p.m. in SOKC

Wed., June 12 at 10:30 a.m. in Blanchard Tues., June 18 at 10:30 a.m. in Purcell

Wed., June 12 at 2 p.m. in Newcastle Tues., June 18 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee

Thurs., June 13 at 11 a.m. in McLoud Wed., June 19 at 10 a.m. in Noble

Dive In and Dig It Concert! Stephen Fite is an award-winning musician and writer who combines music and movement with generous helping of rhythm, repetition, and rhyme. For children, the concert experience is exciting and motivating. For adults, it is inspiration as they enjoy Fite's artistry and the children's enthusiasm.

Mon., June 17 at 10 a.m. in Noble Thurs., June 20 at 11 a.m. in McLoud

Mon., June 17 at 2 & 7 p.m. in Norman Thurs., June 20 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh

Tues., June 18 at 2 & 6:30 p.m. in Moore Mon., June 24 at 2 & 7 p.m. in SOKC

Wed., June 19 at 10:30 a.m. in Blanchard Tues., June 25 at 10:30 a.m. in Purcell

Wed., June 19 at 2 p.m. in Newcastle Tues., June 25 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee

Gary Owen and Friends talk about their favorite books. Owen, a professional ventriloquist, and his hilarious puppets will have youngsters of all ages rolling in the aisles. Gary's 35 years of experience in the entertainment industry make this a can't-miss experience. He has been featured on Good Morning America and in Time Magazine.

Sat., June 15 at 2 p.m. in Purcell Thurs., July 11 at 11 a.m. in McLoud

Mon., July 8 at 2 & 7 p.m. in Norman Thurs., July 11 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh

Tues., July 9 at 2 & 6:30 p.m. in Moore Fri., July 12 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee

Wed., July 10 at 10:30 a.m. in Blanchard Wed., July 24 at 10 a.m. in Noble

Wed., July 10 at 2 p.m. in Newcastle Thurs., July 25 at 2 & 7 p.m. in SOKC

Eat My Dust!
Charlie Williams is a mud-slingin', noise-makin' kid's comedian! He's the Noise Guy. He'll take you on an audio off-road adventure and you won't believe your ears! Learn to imitate a dirt bike and a monster truck! Fun for the whole family. Williams has performed full time for 10 years, published 3 books, and released 8 albums of noisy fun.

Mon., June 3 at 10 a.m. in Noble Wed., June 5 at 2 p.m. in Newcastle

Mon., June 3 at 2 & 7 p.m. in Norman Thurs., June 6 at 11 a.m. in McLoud

Tues., June 4 at 10:30 a.m. in Purcell Thurs., June 6 at 2 p.m. in Tecumseh

Tues., June 4 at 2 & 6:30 p.m. in Moore Fri., June 7 at 10 a.m. in SOKC

Wed., June 5 at 10:30 a.m. in Blanchard Fri., June 7 at 2 p.m. in Shawnee

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Summer Reading 2013

Pioneer Library System - Summer Reading Programs

Last Updated on Thursday, 25 April 2013 13:36

Keep track of your summer reading online!

Select the Summer Reading Program of your choice and get started today! Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you have any questions!

    Growing Like a Read (GLAR) - ages 0-4
    Children: Dig Into Reading - ages 5-11
    Teen: Beneath the Surface - ages 12 - 18
    Adult: Groundbreaking Reads - ages 18+

In addition to all the programs put on by the hometown libraries, we have system-wide touring programs. So, if you really like a presenter, you can see them again at another library.

To see a complete list of Summer Reading Events take a look at the Event Calendar or pick up a copy of WORD magazine.

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