Summer Reading Challenge Events for Kids

All Events Take Place at the RPL Main Library (215 N. Wyman St.)
June 4 | 3P-4P | Slime time: Our theme for Summer Reading 2026 is Unearth a Story! Please register each child attending slime time so we have a proper headcount. Registration opens May 28. Register here: services.rockfordpubliclibrary.org/event/16539830
June 19 | 2P-3P | Summer Crafternoons-Clay Creations (8-12YO): Create some fun dino-themed air-dry clay sculptures at this event!
July 10 | 2P-3P | Summer Crafternoons-Prehistoric Painting (8-12YO)
July 18 | 2P-3P | Marvelous Mummies: Mummies are marvelous! Come to this program to learn about them and make a special wooden sarcophagus model and mummy. Did you know that Rockford has a special connection to the most famous mummy, King Tut? This program is for children age 6-12. Registration is required due to supplies. Please register each child attending.
Register here: services.rockfordpubliclibrary.org/event/16522416
July 24 | 2P-3P | Summer Crafternoons-Prehistoric Painting (8-12YO)
August 3 | 5P-6P | Summer Crafternoons-Perler Beads (8-12 YO)