‘Summer of Imagination: Unearth a Story’ promotes summer reading and engagement May 26 to July 31

Aurora Public Library's Summer of Imagination, the reading and activities program designed to address learning gaps during the summer, returns this year with the theme "Unearth a Story." Starting Tuesday, May 26, participants in the summer reading program can register to receive a free book, while supplies last. Participation in all Summer of Imagination activities is free.

"We are excited to offer another year of excellent summer reading programming to our Aurora community," said Ginger White Brunetti, director of library and cultural services. "The theme for this year, 'Unearth a Story,' highlights what the library does for many in the community: help find their story to lifelong learning, no matter their background."

After a few minutes of registering, participants pick up an activity log filled with reading challenges and engaging activities. After completing the log, they can turn it in at any library branch for a chance to win prizes. Prizes will be drawn after Saturday, Aug. 1. A library card is not needed to register; however, a library card can be requested for those interested.

Summer of Imagination kick-off events

• Saturday, May 23, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tallyn's Reach Library, 23911 E. Arapahoe Road: Kick off with a storytime at 10:30 a.m. followed by a bubble party at 11 a.m. Block Printing Bookbags with AV Studios begins at 2 p.m.

• Wednesday, May 27, 4:30 p.m., Mission Viejo Library, 15324 E. Hampden Circle: Kick off summer reading with reptiles, face-painting and crafts.

• Friday, May 29, 4 p.m., Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway: Register for Summer of Imagination and enjoy a dinosaur-themed magic show.

• Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. to noon, Hoffman Heights Library, 1298 Peoria St.: Celebrate Summer of Imagination with real reptiles from Morrison Nature Center, followed by games and cake.

• Friday, June 5, 3 p.m., Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave.: Decorate a tote to kick off your Summer of Imagination.

Summer reading takes place every year to encourage reading as a life-long habit, increase engagement with the library and encourage school age children to continue reading over the summer. Learn more about "Summer of Imagination: Unearth a Story" and register at AuroraGov.org/SummerofImagination.

About Aurora Public Library

Aurora Public Library serves the city of Aurora with five branches, one bookmobile, access to digital materials and hundreds of programs. Combining all the different ways the library services the community Aurora Public Library was used 2.8 million times in 2025 alone. Aurora Public Library is a division of the city of Aurora Library and Cultural Services Department. To learn more, visit AuroraLibrary.org.