Thursday, July 3, 2025

ATTLEBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Summer Reading: June–August 16

By Amy Rhilinger 

Adult Summer ReadingPrograms 

Summer Reading Program

While the APL is busy all year long, it really gets busy when the summer reading programs begin!

This year, we will launch the “Level Up at Your Library” Summer Reading Program at the Communitywide Summer Reading Kickoff on Friday, June 20, from 1:30-3PM in the Balfour Riverwalk Park. 

In addition to signing up for the APL Summer Reading Program, you can enjoy crafts, activities, and a parade led by student musicians in the Attleboro High School Marching Band. Community partners from across the city, including the Recreation DepartmentAttleboro Public Schools, and the Attleboro Norton YMCA, will be there to add to the fun and festivities.

Make the Library your place to LEVEL UP this summer. This year’s summer reading program is based around puzzles and games. Whether you’re playing with STEM concepts, solving fun mysteries, or learning to play new board or role-playing games, the library is not just a space for knowledge, but also a space for fun!  

There are programs for all ages, including outdoor play, puppet shows, adult crafternoons, a program from Mass Audubon, music from Elijah T. Grasshopper Band, and SO MUCH MORE. Check out the 
Events page to find out about all the programs being offered.

Registration begins at the kickoff on June 20. Check out our 
Summer Reading page for everything you need to know.

If you’re looking for titles on your school’s summer reading list, the APL has multiple displays with copies of these books. If your child is entering grades 1-8 in the Attleboro Public Schools, the displays will be in the Children’s Room, whereas high school lists will be available in displays on the third floor in the young adult section.

Finally, you can win prizes–and bragging rights–for reaching your reading goals, so please visit us throughout the summer!

This year’s summer reading fun is sponsored by the Attleboro Public Library, the Friends of Attleboro Library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, Read, Renew, Repeat © 2025, iREAD

Summer Saturday hours begin June 7

Beginning June 7 and extending through August 30, the APL will have shortened hours on Saturdays. Instead of our usual 8:30AM-4:30PM hours, the Library will be open 8:30AM-1:30PM.

Don’t forget that there is plenty happening at the APL to beat the heat this summer. Check out our many programs for all ages, pick up a museum or park pass, or stock up on vacation reading.

Looking for Summer Reading lists and fun activities? The 2025 Summer Reading page will debut soon! The APL team is eager to support your summer reading goals and find you that “just right” book–or books!

SUMMER HOURS:

Monday: 8:30am – 8:30pm

Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm

Wednesday: 8:30am – 8:30pm

Thursday: 12:30pm – 8:30pm

Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm

Saturday: 8:30am – 1:30pm

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