Unearth a Story!
Join EPL's Summer Reading Adventure

July 7 - August 15, 2026

Unleash your inner explorer, grab your shovel, and dig deep into the pages of a great book and the world around us. Throughout the summer, join us for free, exciting programs that unearth the wonders of dinosaurs, ancient history, and the stories buried right beneath our feet! There's so many fun ways to get involved: Dive into a book, handle a real fossil, explore a local historic site, or imagine life millions of years ago. 

There are programs for all ages, from infants to teens. There are also activities planned for families and patrons of all ages! Be sure to look at the special July and August event calendars for all the fun programs and download our brochure for all the details about how to get involved. 

We're thrilled to partner with the Chatham Historical Society to bring you this summer of programs to remember! 

Grab your tools and start digging for the stories from the past that connect us all!

Visit the our EPL Youth Services team at the library to learn more about this summer reading adventure or download our Unearth a Story  brochure, calendar of events, and programs guide for all the details you need to fill your summer with discovery, adventure, and library fun!

Brochure

July & August Calendar of Events

Detailed Program Guide

Save the date!

• Tuesday, July 7 is our Summer Reading Adventure Kickoff with DinoMan and his life-size inflatable dinosaurs plus face painting and other activities afterwards while people are registering.
• Register for the Summer Reading Adventure in person between July 7 and August 15, 2026.
• Tween & Teen Nights will be on Thursdays, starting July 9!

Event Registrations for July now open! View details below.

(Note: August program registration will open July 15.)