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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. 

Paper and pencil

Write On!

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Children, Elementary
Registration will close on July 17, 2025 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Special Interest Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

­Inspired by the Katherine Applegate Color Our World writing contest, authors can spark their creativity and start a story about how small actions can make a big difference.

Kids bowling in the library.

Glow-in-the-Dark Bowling

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Age Group:

Teens
Registration will close on July 18, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Large Study Room 167
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come get your game on after hours in a colorful competition of glow-in-the-dark bowling!

Virginia Living Museum with otter

Nature’s Palettes with the Virginia Living Museum

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Age Group:

Children, Elementary
Registration will close on July 23, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: City Council Chambers
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Special Interest Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the vibrant world of animals and the colors they inhabit.

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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Mid-Week Movie Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Movie
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 23, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

On select Wednesdays during the summer, teens in grades 6-12 are invited to screen a themed movie at the library. We’ll supply the popcorn and drinks. You just need to bring a blanket, pillow, and friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Please note that participants in this program will be handling and/or consuming food products. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian of any participating minors to inform the library of any food allergies or dietary restrictions prior to the event.

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!