The 2025 Summer Reading Program wraps up with its last week, July 21 through July 25, at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, this program features fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. All library programs are free and open to the public—no library card required.

This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world.

Week Six (July 21-July 25)
+ Tues., July 22 – Adult Crafts: Textured Painting @ 2:30 pm ET at both branches
+ Wed., July 23 - Art Workshop: Torn Paper Art @ 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. Limited space. Registration suggested.
+ Thurs., July 24 – Kids Art Workshop: Sand Art @ 11:00 am ET at both branches. Registration is required.

(Plus + Wed., July 23 - Kids Art Class @ 4:00 PM at Eastpoint. Registration is required. Max 10. )

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program: encourages lifelong reading habits, supports reluctant readers with activities, helps children maintain their skills over the summer, generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer, can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.