If you haven’t already signed up, do it now for the Escalon Library’s Summer Reading Program, which runs through July 31.

Titled “Build a Better World” the Summer Reading Program is open to all ages and encourages everyone to read during the summer months. The library will host a variety of themed activities for children, teens, and adults that encourage and support a love of reading. Participants also can win prizes for reaching their reading goals. In addition to the Children’s Summer Reading Program, the Library also offers an Adults/Teen Summer Reading Program with the same theme.

Summer programs kicked off this past week at the library with performances from Python Ron and his Reptile Kingdom along with an appearance by Rebecca Niles, the Bubble Lady.

Upcoming shows on the schedule include: Wednesday, June 21 at 3 p.m. – Paint a Birdhouse; Wednesday, June 28 at 1:30 p.m. – Color Your World; Wednesday, July 12 at 1:30 p.m. – Magic Dan; Saturday, July 22 at 1:30 p.m. – Musical Robots and Tuesday, July 25 at 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. – Circus of Smiles.

All programs are free. The Escalon Branch Library is a part of the Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library and is at 1540 Second St in Escalon. For more information, call (209) 937-8221 or (866) 805-7323. Visit the Library’s website at www.ssjcpl.org and fan or follow them on twitter.com/ssjcpl and facebook.com/ssjcpl.