Library hosting ‘Picture Books in the Garden’

Summer series for kids features readings by local authors

By Reader Staff

The Sandpoint Branch of the East Bonner County Library District is hosting a new summer series called Picture Books in the Garden, in which local authors read to kids from their works.

Led by Youth Services Librarian Suzanne Davis, the program will begin with the readings, then conclude with a tailored activity for the children to get involved.

Picture Books in the Garden is scheduled for each Monday until mid-August, with attendees meeting outside, unless the weather is too hot or smoky, in which case the event will move inside the library.

The program kicked off July 17 with Bill Borders reading from his children’s book, A Horn is Born, followed by the task for kids to invent a character.

Coming up next, Pam Webb will read from her book Someday We Will on Monday, July 24, with the activity of writing postcards to follow.

Next, Bonnie Shields will read from her book, Barney the Lopsided Mule, Monday, July 31, with kids subsequently learning how to draw a horse.

On Aug. 7, Paul Graves will read from his children’s book, Sox Looks for Home, followed by Matt Lome reading from The Absolute Truth about Woodpeckers, on Monday, Aug. 14, which will conclude with kids exploring painting colors.

Finally, Connie Scherr will read from her book, The Mermaid of Lake Cocolalla, and the kids will finish by learning to paint watercolor pictures.

The program is open to all and free to attend, and there will even be a popsicle or other treat after the activities.

To learn more about Picture Books in the Garden, contact East Bonner County Library District Youth Services Librarian Suzanne Davis at 208-2636930, ext. 1257.