The library's listening dogs from the Ruff Readers program will be available to listen to all kids read. Teen Book Buddies will be on hand to share their favorite books with any kids who would like to listen. Families can spend time playing board games and scavenger hunts, exploring the preschool activity room, and creating fun art and craft projects. Sandeep Reddy, a 2009 finalist in the NSF National Math Bee, will offer fun math literacy activities for kids of all ages. As well, the 2009 Summer Reading Challenge grand prize winners from each age group will be announced.
In addition to celebrating successful summer reading during the August 8 event, the library will recognize the birthday of Emily A. Lee, the library's first benefactress who was born on August 10, 1849. In 1927, Emily bequested $100,000 to the Racine Public Library, a donation that by today's standards would exceed one million dollars. Emily Lee was the wife of Charles H. Lee, the first President of the Library Board of Directors. Mr. Lee oversaw the development of the library from its very beginnings. To honor Mrs. Lee, the library will serve a special birthday cake at the Family Fun day event.
Family Fun Day is free and open to the public. No registration is necessary. Contact the Youth Services Dept. at 262.636.9245 for more information.
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