Summer Reading Events for Children
View the children’s 2026 Summer Reading brochure (PDF).
Register for summer events beginning on Monday, June 8 by calling 585-243-0440 or online at www.wadslib.com/calendar
Register for the summer reading challenge and pick up your reading log at the library beginning Tuesday, June 30.
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Tuesday, June 30, 2:00-3:30 pm
Come register for the summer reading program! Pose with a T-Rex, experience the excitement of excavating a dinosaur egg, choose your dinosaur name, and more! Best for ages 4-12 years. All ages are welcome. Summer Reading registration will continue throughout the summer.
Storybook Cook: Dinosaur Treats*
Thursday, July 9, 1:00-2:00 pm
You will be making and eating delicious dinosaur treats with Miss Liz, our Storybook Cook. Join us for some yummy fun! Open to children 5 years old and up. Registration is required. Sponsored by Friends of Wadsworth Library.
REPCO Wildlife*
Thursday, July 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
Join REPCO Wildlife for a journey around the world with unique reptiles! See snakes, lizards, and turtles from close to home to far, far away! Open to children 4 years old and up. Sponsored by Friends of Wadsworth Library.
Adopt-a-Dino
Monday, July 20, 2:00-3:00 pm
Have you ever wanted a pet dinosaur? Make your dreams come true this summer and adopt a dinosaur! Join us for an hour of crafting homes for your very own pet dinosaur. Supplies will be provided. Open to children 5 years old and up. Registration is required.
Dinosaur Adventure Show*
Friday, July 31, 2:00-3:00 pm
This presentation is brought to you by paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka and will feature rare fossils, photos, minerals and an Albertosaurus skull! The first 60 children to arrive will be invited to participate in a dinosaur dig for a Triceratops bone. Open to children 4 years old and up. Sponsored by Friends of Wadsworth Library.
Amazing Magic Joe
Thursday, August 6, 2:00-3:00 pm
Amazing Magic Joe will blend comedy and fast paced magic tricks keeping the entire family entertained! Open to children 4 years old and up. Sponsored by Friends of Wadsworth Library.
Soil Layers and Sun Flower in a Bag
Monday, August 17, 10:30-11:30 am
We will learn what makes up the layers of soil and then build our own edible soil, followed by learning about how seeds sprout without soil, sun, and little air. We will see just how this happens with a plastic baggie and a paper towel. Once your seeds have sprouted, plant your own sunflower! Open to children 5 years old and up. Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension and NY Agriculture in the Classroom.
Safe at Home, Safe Alone*
Thursday, August 20 , 5:00-7:30 pm
Staying home alone is a big deal. Learn the skills to stay home alone safely! For tweens (ages 9-12) and one parent guardian. Pizza is included for all participants. Registration is required. Sponsored by Friends of Wadsworth Library. Visit https://wadslib.libcal.com/event/16756673 to register.
My First Day of Kindergarten
Wednesday, August 26, 10:30-11:15 am
For children entering kindergarten in September 2026. Celebrate the first day of school with specially-selected stories and a craft. Registration is required. Visit https://wadslib.libcal.com/event/16782584 to register
Summer Storytime Classes
Books & Babies
Tuesdays, 10:15 – 10:45 am
July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4
This lapsit storytime class is designed to introduce children (birth to two years of age) to language and early literacy. Babies will sit with their caregivers while they model simple finger plays, songs, stories, and nursery rhymes. Registration is NOT required for summer storytime classes.
Toddler Tales
Wednesdays, 10:15 – 10:45 am
July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5
Toddler Tales is a blend of Books & Babies and Preschool Storytime activities. A variety of stories are combined with songs, rhymes, finger plays, crafts, and free play. This program is appropriate for children ages 2 to 3 years old. Registration is NOT required for summer storytime classes.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, 11:15 – 11:45 am
July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4
Wednesdays, 11:15 – 11:45 am
July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5
Preschool storytime is for children ages 3 to 5 and includes books, poetry, music, finger plays, crafts, and free play. Preschool Storytime is held upstairs in the Children’s Programming Room. Registration is NOT required for summer storytime classes.
Summer Reading Events for Teens
View the teen summer reading brochure, this will open a PDF.
Cupcake Competition*
Friday, June 26, 3:00-4:00 pm
Join us for a visit from The Storybook Cook, Liz Bauld, and take part in a cupcake competition! You will be decorating cupcakes based on fun themes using a variety of candies, sprinkles, cookies, etc. Don’t miss out on this fun event. Open to students in grades 6-12. Registration opens Monday, June 8. Sponsored by Friends of Wadsworth Library. h
Book Rose Craft Class with Geek Chic Floral Boutique
Monday, June 29, 5:30-7:30 pm
This interactive workshop teaches participants how to transform reclaimed book pages into handcrafted roses. Space is limited. Open to ages 13 and older. Registration opens on Monday, June 1. This event is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of The Office of the Governor and the New York State.
Color Shift Potions
Friday, July 10, 2:00-4:00 pm
We’ll be making color-shifting potions using food coloring and mica powder. These mini potions make great props for parties, D&D, or cosplay! Open to students in grades 6-12. Registration opens Monday, June 8.
DIY Light Switch Covers*
Friday, July 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
Creative and practical! Paint a single light switch cover for your bedroom or hang out space. Open to students in grades 6-12. Registration opens Monday, June 8. Sponsored by Friends of Wadsworth Library.
Read It and Rate It: A BYOB Book Club
Friday, August 7
Grades 6-8, 2:00-3:00 pm, visit here https://wadslib.libcal.com/event/16513597 to register
Grades 9-12, 3:30-4:30 pm, visit https://wadslib.libcal.com/event/16860829 to register
Bring your favorite summer read to book talk at this “Bring-Your-Own-Book” book club event! We’ll celebrate the end of summer reading by sharing our favorite (and least favorite) books of the summer. Be prepared to book talk your book(s) for 3-5 minutes and participate in a book themed activity. Registration opens Monday, June 8.
*Thank you Friends of Wadsworth Library for sponsoring our starred summer events!