Events for June 17, 2026
Unearth a Story: Join our 2026 Summer Reading Program!
It's summer at the Pierson, which means it's time for our annual Summer Reading Program! This year's theme, Unearth a Story, invites you to explore the worlds of paleontology, archaeology, and discoveries that uncover stories, knowledge, and fun. Beginning June 13, pick up a reading log and read three or more books. Return your completed…
The Great Library Gem Hunt
Join us for a gem hunt in the library gardens! Children ages 4-7 will get small metal pales and then search through the library gardens for beautiful gems and minerals…
Noontime Poetry Reading Society
This group is for poetry readers, poetry writers and the poetically curious alike! For the first half hour we take turns, taking the lectern and reading aloud together from whole poetry collections. Whenever we finish one we vote on the next. We're currently reading Women Poets from Antiquity to Now. The second half is devoted…
Fortnite Frenzy Tournament
Calling all gamers ages 10–14! Drop into the action at the library’s Fortnite Frenzy Tournament! Players will battle it out in an exciting Battle Royale competition to see who can earn the highest score and claim victory. Bring your gaming skills to compete for the gift card prize! To register, please call the library at…
You Choose Dinosaur Movie Night
This summer, for our Summer Reading Theme of Unearth a Story, we're investigating that cinematic staple: the dino flick. Together we'll fire up the old popcorn machine, order a couple pizzas and watch together the first eight minutes of five different dinosaur movies from different decades and genres. After this we will vote together on…