Belmont Public Library invites community to join July summer reading events

BELMONT — Summer is in full swing at Belmont Public Library, and July is packed with exciting programs for all ages as part of the 2026 Summer Reading Program: "Plant a Seed, Read." Running through Aug. 8, the program encourages readers from preschool through adulthood to discover new books, attend engaging events, and earn prizes along the way.

Throughout July, the library will welcome a variety of special guests and hands-on activities:

Storytelling with Shawn – Thursday, July 23, at 10:30 a.m.

Wildlife Encounters – Saturday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m.

In addition to these special events, the library offers weekly activities for children, teens, and adults:

Diamond Art (Ages 10+) – Tuesdays at 2 p.m.

Preschool Storytime – Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

LEGO Creations (Grades 5-8) – Wednesdays at 1 p.m.

Craft Garden (Grades 1-4) – Thursdays at 1 p.m.

Friday Feature – Fridays at 2 p.m.

Teen Book Group – Fourth Thursday of the month at 4 p.m.

Adult programs including Fiber Arts Group, Watercolor Workshop, Mah Jongg, and Book Groups continue throughout the month.

Readers of every age can earn incentive prizes simply by reading. Children and teens track their progress using reading logs, while adults participate with a Summer Reading Bingo Board.

Participants can also choose which grand prize drawing they would like to enter at the conclusion of the program on Aug. 8.

Registration remains open throughout the summer, and everyone — from preschoolers to adults — is encouraged to participate.

For registration information and a complete calendar of events, visit belmontpubliclibrary.org, call 603-267-8331, or stop by the Belmont Public Library at 146 Main St.