9/13/07
Clarendon County Libraries’ Summer Reading program a huge success
By Cathy Gilbert

The Summer Reading Program at the Harvin Clarendon County Library is a much anticipated annual event. From speccial events like appearances by meteorologist Ken Aucoin at a “Pajama Party” story time to Midyette Magic, who combine character education with magic, to just plain fun doing sidewalk chalk art in front of the library building, there was something for everyone.

Under the direction of Children’s Librarian Jennifer Howard-Kelley, the program entertained scores of children throughout June aand July.

This year’s theme took on a mysterious “sleuth” theme with “Get a Clue” for children aged 3-12 and “You Never Know” for teens aged 13-18.

All participants pledged to read a certain number of hours each week and all those who complete the program received a South Carolina State Library reading medal and a certificate.

Here are just a few scenes from this year’s exciting program.

All programs at the Library are free and open to the public. The Library welcomes adults and children of all ability levels.

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Blowing bubbles appeals to kids of all ages and was a simple outdoor activity that was part of the Library Summer Reading Program.	Weatherman Ken Aucoin enthralled his audience with his weather “toys” on July 12. The evening was a “Pajama Party” with kids in PJs and their favorite stuffed animal.
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Midyette Magic made a magician out of anyone brave enough to come forward. The well-known troupe combines character education and magic.	Children’s Librarian Jennifer Howard-Kelley presents a reading medal to a participant who fulfilled their commitment to read each day.
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Manning Police officers Carroll Harrington and Allen Lee were on hand at the wrap party to make child identification cards.	Done at last, program participants proudly show off their well-earned Summer Reading medals along with one of their favorite books of the summer.