Volunteer readers are still needed for the fairy tale time, Norwood said. The 2001 Summer Reading Program is open to all ages and runs June 12-July 31. This year the library has received donations from local restaurants to give away as prizes to children who complete three book reading logs, Norwood said. Call 963-2889 for more details. The Basalt Regional Library also has a variety of childrens' summer activities, including the Middle School reading program for children entering fifth through eighth grades, and the Book Buck program for independent readers entering first through fifth grades.
Fifth graders can choose either program.
Both programs begin June 15. Call 927-4311 for reading program rules and other details. July 31 and Aug. 1-2. The free session is open to all children and will be offered at Crystal River Elementary School on Snowmass Drive in Carbondale. For questions, call Anita at 963-8773.