Upper Cumberland Libraries Kick Off Summer Reading
Libraries across the Upper Cumberland kicking off summer reading programs for all ages featuring live performers and incentive prizes to prevent learning loss during the school break. Fentress County Public Library Director Donna Conatser [Cun-Nantz-er] said the kickoff events begin June 2 for adults, followed by programs for children and teens. Conatser said students who […]
Charles Holland Library Starting Summer Reading Friday
Gainesboro’s Charles Holland Library will launch its summer reading program this week. Library Director Melissa Dawes said there is a huge need for the program in Jackson County. . Dawes said this year’s program is called “Color our World,” which is themed around art. “I think there is a correlation between reading and art,” Dawes […]
White County Library Heads To Drive-In For Reading
The White County Public Library kicks off its summer reading program with a trip to the drive-in movie theater Thursday. Library Director Cathy Farley said the event helps them reach new audiences. Holding the event at the drive-in is designed to be more accessible for children and families that may find the library intimidating. Farley […]
Overton Library Summer Reading Program Encourages Social Interaction and More Reading Time.
The Overton County Library will promote cooperation and social skills in their summer reading program, beginning Wednesday. Director Judith Cutright said the program is important because children out of school have a tendency to lose some vital reading skills. “Participating in things like the summer reading program it not only keeps those skills up, but […]
Clay Library Christmas Event Raises Funds For Summer Reading Program
Clay County Library will be supporting its summer reading program through a donation based Christmas event Saturday. Librarian Alecia Burns said children can come take a picture with the Grinch and hear Christmas stories. “I was trying to figure out ways to grow our children’s summer reading program,” Burns said. “I’m a new librarian, and […]
White Co. Public Library Host Summer Reading Program
The White County Public Library is taking part in the national summer reading program titled “Tails and Tales,” where kids read books about fairy tales and books about animals. Director Cathy Farley said the program is designed to maintain students’ reading levels over the summer to make them better equipped for learning once school resumes […]
500 Laptops Arrive In Jackson Co.
Five hundred Chromebooks for student use have arrived in Jackson County after being ordered in June. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said the Board of Education’s foresight has allowed students to receive the technology in time while other school systems continue to wait for supplies. “We went ahead and made the purchase,” Brown said. “One […]
