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Color Our World Summer Reading Challenge

2025 Summer Reading Challenge

All Day 6/16 - 8/8

Age Group:

Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Passive Programming
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

"Color Our World" is the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, designed to engage all ages in reading and learning through various activities spanning 8 weeks beginning on June 16th. 

The Evolution of Chesapeake Bay Workboats

From the Dugout Canoe to the Carolina Skiff: The Evolution of Chesapeake Bay Workboats

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Age Group:

Adults, Family
Registration will close on July 26, 2025 @ 4:40pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Local History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Virginia's official state boat, the Chesapeake Deadrise with Dr. Paul Ewell of the Mariner's Museum and Park!

 

Dragon eggs

Scales and Shades: Dragon Egg Lanterns

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Age Group:

Teens
Registration will close on July 30, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a good time of prehistoric proportions! Using a variety of materials, we’ll create colorful, glowing dragon’s egg lanterns that are sure to light up your summer.

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2025 Summer Reading Challenge

All Day 6/16–8/8
Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Book Club
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Passive Programming
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

"Color Our World" is the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, designed to engage all ages in reading and learning through various activities spanning 8 weeks beginning on June 16th. 

Make it Monday-Shrinky Dinks

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Elementary
Arts & Crafts
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 28, 2025 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Messy Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

“STEM”gardium Leviosa!

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Elementary
Arts & Crafts, Special Interest Club, STEAM
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Interest Club, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Young witches, wizards, and curious Muggles are invited to explore the wonders of STEM through hands-on experiments inspired by the wizarding world.

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

Sunbeam Scenes

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Elementary
Arts & Crafts
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on August 4, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your creativity shine as you design a vibrant faux stained-glass masterpiece! Using picture frames and colorful materials, young artists will create bright, beautiful window art that captures the spirit of summer.

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

Summer Reading Jack's Jungle

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Games
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on August 13, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Reading Garden
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:


Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Challenge. Enjoy a thrilling live animals show presented by Jack's Jungle, meet friendly animals at the petting zoo, and enjoy a free lunch provided by the Poquoson Kiwanis Club.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor Program (Water)

This program will take place outdoors, and participants may be exposed to water, potentially getting their clothing wet. Please dress appropriately for the conditions and consider bringing a towel and a change of clothes.

Sensory Considerations (Large Crowd & Noise)

Please be aware that this program is expected to have a large number of participants, which may lead to higher noise levels and crowded conditions. This environment could be uncomfortable for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

Weather-Related Changes

In the event of inclement weather, the program will be relocated indoors to ensure the safety and comfort of all participants.

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, we will be closed on August 31st, 2025. Have a safe holiday!

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, we will be closed on September 1st, 2025. Have a safe holiday!

Election Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of Election Day, the library will be closing on November 4th, we will reopen on November 5th at 10am. 

Veterans Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of Veterans Day, the library will be closing on November 11th, we will reopen on November 12th at 10am. 

Thanksgiving Holiday

11/26/2025 @ 1:00pm–11/28/2025 @ 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, the library will be closing at 1pm on Wednesday, November 26th and we will reopen on November 29th at 10am. 

Christmas Holiday

12/24/2025 @ 1:00pm–12/26/2025 @ 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Christmas Holiday, the library will be closing at 1pm on Wednesday, December 24th and we will reopen on December 27th at 10am. 

New Year's Holiday

12/31/2025 @ 5:00pm–01/01/2026 @ 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the New Year's Holiday, the library will be closing at 5pm on December 31st and reopening on January 2nd at 10am. Happy Holidays!