Mattapoisett Library has a summer full of events for kids and adults, focusing on summer reading.

On your mark, get set, read!
This summer is all about being active, both mentally and physically, at the Mattapoisett Library. A full program of children's activities and events have been planned for babies through teens. Adult summer reading activities have also been scheduled, including Library bingo with prizes and drawing for a large basket of summer reading and fun items. Adults and teens are also invited to the weekly Book Walk and Talk with the library staff to Ned's Point and back on Wednesday mornings at 8 a.m.

Children can begin registering for the summer reading program on Tuesday, June 14 at the library, where they will receive a reading log and a schedule of events.

There will be a new craft each week, science activities in the library's new STEM center, drop-in weekly story times on Thursday mornings, movies, chess club and more. Check in and report reading hours in order to attend the ice cream social on Aug. 10 when the winners of raffle prizes will be drawn.

Summer program kick off

The children's summer program officially kicks off on Thursday, June 23 from 4 to 6 p.m. with crafts, face painting and prizes on the Mattapoisett Congregational Church lawn, followed by a community concert from 6 to 8 p.m. with musicians from the Massachusetts Walking Tour of Traveling Musicians and local talent. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner.

Gatemen visit

Special events at the library include the annual visit from the Wareham Gatemen on June 28 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The baseball players will read stories and sign autographs. Pictures will be taken for children to make their own baseball card. No registration required. Bring a glove and play catch with the Gatemen.

Science fun

Science fun is being offered for an hour each on July 1, July 23 and Aug. 6, for children ages 3 and up. Younger children are welcome with an adult helper to try experiments. Registration is required.

Move and groove

Move and groove at the library on July 5, July 12 and Aug. 2 at 3 p.m. Play games and try dance moves and yoga poses. The program is geared to children in kindergarten through grade three, but everyone is welcome. Sign up in the children's room.

Learn to warm up

On July 8, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., dance educator Kay Alden will show children how to warm up in the right way and escape injury with exercises. Learn to stretch before dance and sporting activities, for ages 4 through 10. Sign up is requested.

Harbor Days

Thursday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. will be a Fun Fair on the lawn, featuring the Junior Friends of the Library as hosts. While coming to shop at Harbor Days and the Friends' Annual Book Sale, children are invited to play games, win prizes and make crafts. The rain date is Friday, July 15. All ages are welcome, and no registration is required.

Marvelous Marvin's Circus

Marvelous Marvin's Circus Arts Health Extravaganza will take place on Tuesday, July 19 at 2 p.m. at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church. Marvelous Marvin's performance will emphasize the benefits of keeping the mind and body healthy and active. Audience members can try out some circus arts for themselves by juggling balls, clubs, spinning plates and more.

All ages are invited to this free event. Sign up at the library. This program is sponsored by a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

Back to School Bash

More programs and events for children of all ages will continue into August. The Back to School Bash at the library with Vinny the Bubble Guy and the Mud Dauber Band will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 23 at 1 p.m.

Visit the Children's Department at the library for the full schedule of events and more details.

Summer reading books and audiobooks are available for students from area schools. Ask a librarian to help reserve materials.

Additionally, the annual book sale will be held on July 16 and 17, and the new 3D printer is up and running.

The library is located at 7 Barstow St. in Mattapoisett village. Events and services Are listed at www.mattapoisettlibrary.org.