Saturday 15 November 2025
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Summer Stars Reading Adventure Returns to Cork County Libraries

Summer Stars Reading Adventure Returns to Cork County Libraries

Cork County Council’s Library and Arts Service has announced the return of the Summer Stars Reading Programme. The free, non-competitive initiative invites children of all ages to continue reading throughout their school holidays, helping to nurture a love of books and maintain their reading progress outside the classroom.

Whether a child is just starting t

Picture: Michael O’Sullivan / OSM PHOTO

Picture: Michael O’Sullivan / OSM PHOTO

o read independently or has already developed a love for books, Summer Stars is designed to be accessible and engaging for all levels. Children can choose their own reading material, from picture books and graphic novels to audiobooks and e-books via the Borrowbox App.

Participants will be supported by Library staff and will receive an activity book and bookmarks, as well as a certificate of completion once they reach their reading goal.  

Summer Stars is the public library national summer reading programme for children that runs from the start of June until the end of August. For activities, recommended reads and Summer Stars reading tips, visit the Libraries Ireland website at www.librariesireland.ie