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Summer Learning Program, June 1 - August 31, 2019.

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Summer Spark is supported by: Crayola Experience, Ecolab Foundation, KARE-11, Kowalski’s Market, The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library, Lillian Wright & C. Emil Berglund Foundation, MELSA, Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Vikings, Pioneer Press, Saint Paul Saints, SeaLife MN, Star Tribune.

CHALLENGE

June 1 - August 31, 2019. For ages 0-18.

Summer Spark encourages kids to have fun, stay active, and keep learning all summer long. Join in the fun by attending free programs at your library and earning prizes by completing reading and activity challenges! Kids and teens can earn book prizes, journals, and a chance to spin our prize wheel in August.

Complete 10 activities / read and rate 1 book

Complete 20 activities / read and rate 1 book

Complete 30 activities / read and rate 1 book (August only)

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EXPERIENCES

Great Summer Experiences for the whole family!

Teen-Summer-Spark

Your summer. Your choice. Read and rate books and earn great prizes.

Download Teen Reading Log

2019 Book Picks

EXPLORE

The latest Summer Spark news, resources, and more!

The kids are excited for another summer of Summer Spark at the @stpaullibrary! Thankful for our fantastic libraries, @thefriends & many others who help encourage summer reading and activities.

From Page to Stage: Making The Lightning Thief Musical

Guest blog: The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical begins with a loud thunderclap, then 5 performers move to the front of the stage.

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Teen Summer Reads - 2019

You have the official Summer Spark booklist but are ready to read more. Here are new and popular YA titles to keep you reading all summer!

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Teen Summer Spark 2019

Your summer. Your choice. Read and rate any of these books and win cool prizes.

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Summer Experiences: Event Calendar

See the full list of Summer Experiences, including Spark Camps!

America’s Fun Science

Join in the fun as Dr. Tyronne E. Carter demonstrates some cool visual science experiments! Audience participation encouraged.

Summer Spark Performers

Schiffelly Puppets

"The Little Mermaid": A mystery under the sea? Join Ariel, King Triton as they try and teach the evil Ursula a lesson about bullying.

Summer Spark Performers

Julie Boada

Anishinabe artist, storyteller, and puppeteer performs in English and Spanish.

Summer Spark Performers

Hunter Marionettes

From classical music to lively dance tunes, hand-crafted marionettes will entertain you with their own special talents.

Summer Spark Performers

Wendy’s Wiggle Jiggle & Jam!

Have a blast with music and movement in this fabulous interactive music program!

Summer Spark Performers

Siama's Congo Music

Families will get to hear fun stories about Siama's rural childhood in DR Congo and dance, sing and play happy songs on percussion!

Summer Spark Performers

Roe Family Singers

Get your family dancing to the rhythms of the banjo, guitar, autoharp, & more with this award-winning local band!

Summer Spark Performers

The Bazillions

Self-described as kid friendly Rock-n-Roll, the Bazillions’ musical performances feature fun, upbeat pop music and audience participation.

Summer Spark Performers

Brodini Comedy Magic Show

Join us for this kid-friendly, comedy magic show with plenty of audience participation!

Summer Spark Performers

Reptile & Amphibian Discovery (RAD) Zoo

Come meet and learn about live reptiles and amphibians in this interactive and educational program!

Summer Spark Performers

Dodge Nature Center presents…

Hens and Roosters: Let us bring the farm to you! Meet some chickens up close. Raptors: Meet this bird of prey up close and personal.

Summer Spark Performers

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