Atlanta Joins Forces with Mayor’s Summer Reading Club 2024

Wednesday, June 12, 2024, the city’s educational initiative takes another leap forward as the Mayor’s Summer Reading Club (MSRC) 2024 holds its next session at 1:00 PM EDT. Offering fantastic free literary engagements themed on “Ag Growing in Forestry,” this year’s program promises to be a fun-filled and educational ride for children and their families.

Program Overview

MSRC 2024 continues its tradition of sparking interest in reading among children aged 0 to 5 by organizing a series of events throughout the summer. The events aim to increase awareness on various themes, with this year’s focus being farming and forestry. Children get the opportunity to participate in numerous activities such as mosaic painting, harvesting at a community garden, learning about forestry, and many more – all while delving into the world of books. The kids are also set to receive their own copies of the featured books.

Event Highlights

Dates and events for this year’s Summer Reading Club are as follows:

• June 5, 2024: Bina’s Harvest – Featuring a mosaic painting of a farm
• June 12, 2024: Noah’s Family Farm – Engaging children through planter cup creation
• June 26, 2024: Bina’s Harvest – A chance to learn about harvesting at Hartnett Community Garden
• July 10, 2024: Focuses on both books – Atlanta: City in the Forest / What is AgGro Forestry?
• July 24, 2024: Bina’s Harvest – Allows children to express their creativity through flower painting

Join the Journey

Either you are in Atlanta or somewhere else, you can take part in these events. Some of the events will be in-person, while other activities will take place online. To determine if an event will be in-person or online, you can refer to the event schedule.

For those attending the in-person event, it’s recommended to dress comfortably and bring along a reusable water bottle, a snack, and some sunscreen or bug repellent. Those participating online can savour these engaging activities from the comfort of their spaces.

Register Now!

It’s time to make the most of the summer holidays. Get your book-loving little ones registered for the Mayor’s Summer Reading Club 2024. Apart from getting free copies of the books, the children will engage in interactive learning about farming, forestry, and more.

About Mayor’s Summer Reading Club

The MSRC is a program that aims to promote early childhood literacy by providing young children with access to books and reading-related activities. Apart from the annual summer program, MSRC also collaborates with several programs and organizations year-round to support literacy growth among our youngest citizens. It’s a fun way to engage our children with literacy, enjoy the summer, and gear up for a productive forthcoming academic year.

Contact Details

For more information, you can visit West Atlanta Watershed Alliance’s official website or reach out to the Outdoor Activity Center at 1442 Richland Road S.W. Atlanta. Register now, and let’s make this a summer to remember!