Reader’s Corner: ‘Unearth A Story’ at KAL this summer

Kimberling Area Library staff and volunteers are excited to announce the 2026 Summer Reading Program! This year’s theme is “Unearth A Story,” emphasizing archaeology, paleontology, dinosaurs and discovery. 

Plan to join KAL every Monday in June and July at 10:30 a.m., for some exciting and magical moments. Flyers are available at the library front desk, to hang on your fridge as a reminder or to share with friends and invite them to join you for the following special experiences: 

• June 1, Kickoff Party with Wonders of Wildlife, crafts, face painting, balloon artists, snacks with MU Extension and more! 

• June 8, Marty the Magician Magic Show 

• June 15, Fossil Fest, outdoor S.T.E.A.M. event in the Sound Garden 

• June 22, Observe & Preserve with live animals from Dickerson Park Zoo 

• June 29, The Dinosaur Museum, reading and activities with a special guest 

• July 6, Shepherd of the Hills Conservation, stories and crafts with critters 

• July 13, Founders Day Ice Cream Social, with ice cream provided by The Funky Twig 

• July 20, Dino Water Play, outdoor S.T.E.A.M. event in the Sound Garden 

• July 27, Bricks & Minifigs of Springfield will help close out our season with a Lego building party! 

Stomp and roar your way through summer with other families at 45 Kimberling Blvd. in Kimberling City. Children can also read for prizes all summer long; register June 1 – July 31 at the front desk. Visit www.kalib.org for more information, and follow the Kimberling Area Library on Facebook for event reminders and updates.