Everyday heroes take center stage this summer at the Mattapoisett Library. The theme "Every Hero Has a Story" is being celebrated through reading, creative writing, arts and crafts, and visits by local heroes in the community.

Young patron Cameron Weaver has set up a collection bin for donated canned goods and other non-perishable food items to help stock local food pantries. The need for staples and fresh food exists all year long in every community. Everyone is encouraged to help Cameron see that the pantries are well stocked.

On Thursday, July 9 at 1:30 p.m., learn how a local organization All Hands Volunteers is aiding in disaster relief in Nepal following the devastating earthquake there. Meet the volunteer "heroes" who are pitching in to support the Nepalese people. An interactive art project for children and their families will enable them to support the people of Nepal, too. Using QR code technology, the library is encouraging patrons to can send their artwork and donations to All Hands Volunteers.

Dance educator Kay Alden will present Fit to Take Action on Friday, July 10. There will be two sessions of this movement and fitness program. Children ages 4 to 6 should register for the 10:30 to 11 a.m. session. Children ages 7 to 10 may sign up for the 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. session. Stop by the children's room to register.

The Everyday Heroes Challenge for the week is called "The Chopsticks Challenge." Children will find this new activity in the children's room. A new challenge is available each week.

The drop-in craft for the week allows children to create a card to brighten someone's day. Craft and drawing supplies are available.

Don't forget to stop in to report reading hours and pick up the weekly button. Reading hours translate into donations to four local charities by a donor and supporter of the library's children's department. All reading counts, even if a child is read to.