Summer Reading at New York Libraries

NLS Summer Reading Program 2024

Come on a summer adventure with the National Library Service/NLS! The national Summer Reading Program for Talking Book and Braille Library patrons, runs from June 24 to August 9, 2024. The program is a celebration of reading, learning, and fun for all ages. This year, there are three scheduled online events and additional activities that readers can enjoy at their own pace.

If you are not a patron, find out how to apply for NLS service.

To find out more information about NLS Summer Reading’s partnership with the Talking Book and Braille Library, please visit the Great Partners page.

Highlights

The Summer Reading Program hosts story times, an author talk, activities, music, and more! Here's the lineup. (All events will be held online via Zoom, sign up at the NLS website.  Age suggestions are listed for each program, but every program is open to all!)

Virtual events

Kickoff event (all ages): Monday, June 24, 4:00 p.m. Eastern time

NLS Director Jason Broughton will kick off this year’s summer reading program with a warm welcome and Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden will delight young readers with a picture book reading of The Adventures of Marshmallow and Peter (DBC30393) by Peter Heath.

Story time and music by Turtle Dance Music (K-3rd grade): Thursday, July 18, 4:00 p.m. Eastern time

The Turtle Dance Music Man, Matt Mazur, is back! Matt will lead us in singing and dancing and treat our young readers to a reading of Saturday (BR23018, DB98170) by Oge Mora.

Author Talk:  Angeline Boulley with Andrea L. Rogers (YA and Adult): Thursday, July 25, 7:00 p.m. Eastern time

New York Times bestselling author Angeline Boulley will discuss her books Firekeeper’s Daughter (BR24040, DB102762) and Warrior Girl Unearthed (DB114761) in conversation with the moderator, the award-winning author Andrea L. Rogers. The recording of this event will be available for two weeks following the talk.

Online activities

Online activities will also be available for participants including Choose Your Reading Adventure, the Whispering Library Escape Room, and more. Stay tuned!