CHILDREN
Summer Story Hour
The Story Hour is every other Friday with Miss Kathy. There is always a theme with a make-and-take craft out in the foyer for families to pick up!
- June 12
- June 26
- July 10
- July 24
Special Programs
Unearth a Story at your Library Summer Reading Program
June 3, 2026, Kickoff Day- first day of the Summer Reading Program. Children will be able to register and pick up reading record sheets until June 30. Children who sign up on this day will receive a special treat provided by the Clark County Dairy Promotion Committee....
Neillsville Storybook Trail
You are invited to visit our brand new Storybook Trail!! Where: Schuster Park along the walking path What: Enjoy this new opportunity in our Schuster Park along the walking path as children of all ages experience the fun of reading and some trivia while walking along...
Summer Library Program 2026!
Summer reading can help children maintain valuable reading skills during the vacation period.
For readers ages 4-12.
- Children in the Summer Reading Program will commit to a summer reading goal.
- There will be nine weeks, from June 3 through August 8, to complete their summer reading goal.
- Children record the books they read or have read to them during the nine-week session on the reading record.
- If the child achieves their goal, they will receive coupons that are redeemable at local businesses.
Children who complete their reading goal will also have a chance to win a surprise.
Register.
Call or sign up in the library.
Performer Preview
Events & Activities
Performers will be outside in the east parking lot.
Please bring a chair or blanket.
Programs are open to families and friends of all ages.
Please call the Library at 715-743-2558 with questions or if you need accommodations.
June 3, 2026, “Kickoff Day”-First day of the Summer Reading Program. Children will be able to register and pick up reading record sheets until June 20. Children who sign up on this day will receive a special treat provided by the Clark County Dairy Promotion Committee.
June 10, 2026, at 1:00 pm, Glen Gerard Magician
Delivery super fun magic for kids of all ages!
June 17, 2026, at 1:00 pm, Randy Peterson
I am a singer, storyteller, and educator. Through my music, I pass on the joys of reading, the importance of friendship, and the wonders of science. School students in my artist-in-residence programs write positive, meaningful songs.
June 24, 2026, at 1:00 pm ZooZort Live Animal Program
Zoozort provides educational and entertaining animal programs for a variety of occasions and events, such as schools, libraries, festivals, scouts, and camps.
July 1, 2026, at 1:00 pm Craft Day
We will be having a Fourth of July craft for everyone to do.
July 8, 2026, at 1:00 pm Magic of Isiah
Get an interactive comedy magic show that will have your guests engaged, amazed & rolling with laughter!
July 25, 2026, at 1:00 pm, Dan Kirk Jugglar
Known as The Juggler with The Yellow Shoes, Dan combines incredible juggling skill, clean comedy, and meaningful storytelling into performances audiences enjoy!)
July 22, 2026, at 1:00 pm Winged Wonders
July 29, 2026, at 1:00 pm Craft Day
Another fun day of making crafts.
Sponsors
Neillsville Subway
Striker Time Lanes
Hansen’s IGA
Neillsville Cenex
Neillsville Recreation Department
Pizza Hut
Marathon Station
Love + Flour Bakery
For Crafts Sakes
Clark County Dairy Promotion Committee
Neillsville Public Library Foundation
Wisconsin Valley Library Service
Why Read Over the Summer?
The reading skills of children decline if they do not read over summer break, similar to playing an instrument, or not playing an instrument for three months. Those that read will be more likely to be on target or ahead of their peers. Studies show that reading skill loss is long-term and cumulative, each year widening the child’s skills gap.
Kids can read a variety of print materials, including comics and magazines that they find interesting, as long as they’re reading during the summer. The National Institute of Health states, “when children become good readers in the early grades they are more likely to become better learners throughout their school years and beyond.”