LUDLOW— Fletcher Memorial Library is inviting children and teens across the region to take part in its 2025 Summer Reading Program, Color Our World, running from June 23 through August 1. The free program is open to residents ages 0–18 and features a blend of reading, storytelling, art, and special events designed to spark creativity and learning during the summer months.
A highlight of this year’s program is the Mini-Masterpiece Art Show, where participants will receive a 4×4 mini canvas, easel, paints, brushes, and a palette to create their own original work. Finished pieces will be displayed in an art exhibition at the library in August.
The program also includes recurring weekly events for a range of age groups:
Infant & toddler playgroup – Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–noon.
Outdoor summer storytime – Wednesdays, 10:30–11 a.m.
Art adventure – Thursdays, June 26 to July 24, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Movie matinees – Friday, June 27, and Friday, Aug. 1, 1–3 p.m. (call or check the library website for titles)
In addition, a series of fun Friday special events will offer hands-on experiences:
July 11: A visit from the Vermont Institute of Natural Science featuring three animal ambassadors
July 18: Storyteller Michael Caduto presents tales from the Rainbow Garden
July 25: A Children’s Literacy Foundation event with Vermont author Jo Knowles, including a book giveaway
All Friday events take place from 1–2 p.m. and are open to all ages.
Online registration is available at fmlnews.org/youth, or families can register in person at the library.
