Read the Rainbow: Summer Reading at the Key Largo Library branch
- Monroe County Public Library
- May 14
- 4 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
This summer, the Key Largo Library branch will Read the Rainbow - stop by the Library for more information and to pick up a bingo card - complete the bingo card tasks to win prizes!
And we have a full schedule of programs for June and July:
Tuesday, June 3 @ 1:30 pm
Key Largo Library Welcomes Fantasy Theater Factory for Summer Kickoff
Join us for an exciting kickoff to our Read the Rainbow summer series with The Misadventures of Pinocchio, presented by Fantasy Theater Factory! This delightful theatrical twist on the classic tale is perfect for kids and families. Packed with laughs, life lessons, and vibrant characters, this interactive performance brings literature to life on stage. Don’t miss the summer fun Key Largo Library.
Wednesday, June 4 @ 1:30pm
Wiggle, Shake, and Explore with MarineLab!
They may not have bones, but these sea critters have plenty of personality! Come to the Key Largo Library for Invertebrates Rock Shake, a marine science program led by MarineLab. Kids will get hands-on with ocean life, learn about cool creatures like sea stars and urchins, and shake things up with fun experiments! Join us—you’ll have a whale of a time!
Thursday, June 12 @ 2pm
Music, Movement, and Learning with Patty Shukla
The Key Largo Library is thrilled to welcome children’s music educator Patty Shukla! This engaging musical performance combines rhythm, rhyme, and repetition to boost early literacy, coordination, and confidence. Kids will love singing and dancing their way through fun, educational songs in this exciting live event—part of our Read the Rainbow summer series. Come move, groove, and grow with us!
Wednesday, June 18 @ 1:30
First Responder Appreciation Day at Key Largo Library
The Key Largo Library invites you to a special Go Red celebration as part of our Read the Rainbow summer series! Join us in honoring our local heroes from the Key Largo Fire Department, Key Largo EMS, and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. Families will enjoy an exciting afternoon filled with team games, interactive demonstrations, and hands-on fun with real fire trucks, rescue equipment, and police cruisers. It’s a perfect way for kids and families to connect with the brave professionals who keep our community safe—don’t miss this high-energy appreciation event!
Wednesday, June 25 @ 1:30pm
As part of our Read the Rainbow summer series, the Key Largo Library is thrilled to host Florida Bay Forever for an educational and hands-on environmental program focused on one of the Keys’ most vital ecosystems. Elementary kids are welcome to come and explore the interconnected wonders of the Everglades, hardwood hammock forests, and Florida Bay—and discover how their health directly affects life in the Florida Keys.
Wednesday, July 2 @ 2pm
Puppets, Stories, and Purple Fun!
The Key Largo Library is thrilled to welcome Windell Campbell, a nationally known puppeteer and storyteller, for an afternoon of creativity and fun! Kids will laugh, learn, and be inspired by Windell’s delightful puppets and engaging stories. Come celebrate Go Purple in our Read the Rainbow series with this joyful, interactive experience for all ages!
Wednesday, July 9@ 10:30 AM
Animal Encounters at the Library—Go Yellow with MCSO!
Join us for an unforgettable hands-on experience as the Monroe County Sheriff's Office Animal Farm visits the Key Largo Library! Learn about the farm’s rescued animals, explore fun facts, and meet amazing creatures up close. This Go Yellow event is part of our Read the Rainbow series and is perfect for kids, families, and animal lovers of all ages!
Thursday, July 10 @ 1:30 PM
Green Goals and Great Games at the Library!
It’s time to Go Green! Join us at the Key Largo Library for an interactive program with Melody from Monroe County Waste Management as she shares tips on how to reduce plastic use and protect our planet. Through a fun Sort, Learn & Win challenge, kids will discover how to recycle smart and win prizes. Let’s work together for Less Plastic, More Planet!
Friday, July 18 @ 1:30 PM
Plunge into the deep blue with Island Dolphin Care during our Go Indigo week of the Read the Rainbow summer series! Join marine educator Kristen for a hands-on learning experience featuring their interactive Touch Tank. Kids and families can see and touch live marine creatures while learning about the Florida Keys’ vibrant underwater ecosystems. It’s ocean fun with a splash of science—perfect for curious minds and future marine biologists!
Friday, July 25 @ 10:30 AM
Go Rainbow with Didgeridoo Down Under – A Spectacular Summer Finale!
Join the Key Largo Library for the exciting conclusion of our Read the Rainbow summer series! Celebrate Go Rainbow with Darren from Didgeridoo Down Under, a dynamic performer who brings together music, culture, art, and entertainment in one unforgettable show. Featuring the mesmerizing sounds of the didgeridoo, cultural storytelling, and energetic audience interaction, this program is fun for all ages and the perfect way to wrap up a summer of learning, laughter, and color!
Download the Summer Reading program here: