The Lexington County Public Library is launching its Summer 2026 lineup at the Chapin Branch Library with a Summer Reading Kickoff celebration on Tuesday, May 26, from 2–4 p.m.
The kickoff event will feature a foam party in the parking lot, along with face painting, balloon animals, snacks, and arts and crafts activities. Participants planning to enjoy the foam party are encouraged to bring a towel.
Families attending the event can register for the library’s summer reading program, browse new and popular titles, and pick up a complete summer activities schedule featuring programs for children, teens, and adults throughout the season.
Adult Programs
- Local Authors Fair — Thursday, June 4, from 1–2:30 p.m.
- Murder Mystery Lock-In — Tuesday, June 9, from 5:30–8 p.m.
- Beading with Sue Hood — Monday, July 13, at 4 p.m.
Summer Programs for Grades K–5
(All programs begin at 2 p.m.)
- Tuesday, June 16 — Tim Lowry Colonial Fair
- Tuesday, June 23 — Professor Whizzpop
- Tuesday, July 7 — Carolina Wildlife Center
- Tuesday, July 14 — Lexington County Museum: Revolutionary War’s 250th
- Tuesday, July 21 — Pork Chop Productions
- Tuesday, July 28 — Storytelling with Lexington County Public Library
Library officials say many more programs for all ages are planned throughout the summer.
For more information, visit Lexington County Public Library or stop by the Chapin Branch to pick up a summer program booklet and speak with library staff.
Overflow parking is available at Chapin Town Hall and the nearby Lex/Rich 5 parking lot located just before the library.
