Henderson Libraries
Summer Reading Challenge
Henderson Summer Reading Challenge May 15th through July 31st
Henderson Libraries Summer Reading Challenge
Log your reading to earn tickets for our raffle prizes.
Ages 4 – 17: For every 5 days you read, you will earn 1 online raffle ticket for a chance to win some great prizes! Make sure to select which raffle prize you hope to win.
Adults: For every book you read, you will earn 1 automatic entry for a chance to win cool prizes (max 5 books). You can earn up to 5 bonus entries by participating in our One Book, One Henderson community book club and events this summer!
Design a Bookmark Contest
Use your imagination and creativity to design a bookmark based on the theme “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” We will select a winner from each age group (5-10 years old and 11-17 years old) at each of our libraries (8 winners total). Winners will receive a Target gift card and will have their bookmarks printed and available at the library for anyone to pick up!
Pick up an entry form at your favorite library starting May 15th. Bookmark designs are due June 15th, and winners will be contacted by June 29th.
Henderson Libraries Programs for Kids and Families
Registration is not required unless noted, but space is limited, so please arrive early!
Summer Movie Series
Thursday, May 23 at 10am: Sherlock Gnomes – Paseo Verde Library
Thursday, May 30 at 10am: Moana – Paseo Verde Library
Thursday, June 6 at 10am: Hercules – Paseo Verde Library
Thursday, June 13 at 10am: Atlantis: The Lost Empire – Paseo Verde Library
Thursday, June 20 at 10am: Ice Age – Paseo Verde Library
Tuesday, June 25 at 2pm: Penguins of Madagascar – Gibson Library
Thursday, June 27 at 2pm: Onward – Paseo Verde Library
Thursday, July 11 at 10am: Up – Paseo Verde Library
Tuesday, July 16 at 2pm: Moana – Gibson Library
Thursday, July 18 at 10am: Trolls – Paseo Verde Library
Thursday, July 25 at 10am: The Emperor’s New Groove – Paseo Verde Library
Magic Show featuring Magician John Lewit
Have a magical time at the library! For all ages.
Adventure Begins at Your Library: School-Age Storytime
Let’s go on an adventure with stories and fun crafts! For kids ages 6-11.
Every Wednesday in June and July at 2pm (except June 19th) – Gibson Library
Friday, June 7 at 2pm & Friday, July 12 at 2pm – West Henderson Library (registration required)
STEAM Team at the Paseo Verde Library
Enjoy books and activities related to science, technology, engineering, art, and math! For kids ages 5-11 and caregivers.
Archaeological Garden
Create your own dinosaur garden! For kids ages 5-11 and caregivers.
Fly into the World of Bats at the West Henderson Library
Presented by Sloan Canyon National Conversation Area. For kids ages 5+ and caregivers.
Make Your Own Donut Sculpture
Art is yummy! Create a tasty sculpture from modeling clay. For kids ages 5-11 and caregivers.
Adventures Begins with… at the Paseo Verde Library
Join us for fun 1.5 hour workshops and activities! For kids ages 8-12.
Crafternoon at the Gibson Library
Drop in and get crafty! For all ages.
Friday, June 14 from 2 to 3pm
Friday, June 28 from 2 to 3pm
Friday, July 12 from 2 to 3pm
Friday, July 26 from 2 to 3pm
Zoo to You!
Meet live animals from South America, thanks to Petting Zoo 2 U! For kid ages 5-11 and caregivers.*
Saturday, July 27 at 10:15am – West Henderson Library (registration required)
Saturday, July 27 at 2pm – Gibson Library (*open to anyone ages 5+)
Make Your Own Abstract Art
Learn about art and create your own abstract composition. For kids ages 8-12.
Henderson Libraries Programs for Teens
Registration not required unless noted, but space is limited, so please arrive early!
After-Hours Lock-in Events
Saturday, June 1 at 5:15pm – Gibson Library (registration required)
Decorate a ceiling tile for the Teen Room. Ages 11-17.Friday, July 26 at 6pm – Paseo Verde Library (registration required)
Scavenger hunt, games, crafts, and more! Ages 12-17.
Teen Time at the Gibson Library
Fun crafts! Snacks provided! Ages 11-17.
Saturday, June 8 at 2pm
Decorate Tote BagsSaturday, June 22 at 2pm
Melted Crayon Art
Henderson Library Summer Reading List Ideas
Students in Kindergarten – 2nd grade
