The Wiscasset Public Library is once again inviting children to sign up for the Children's Summer Reading Program. This year's theme is "Catch the Reading Bug," a program full of bugs and creepy crawlers. Come explore the amazing world of bugs!

Participants will read books about insects and do activities related to the theme. Some exciting activities are being planned to encourage children to continue their reading skills during the summer, and the program is also a fun activity for parents to share with their children. Chewonki will be presenting their "Bugmobile Program," and on Thursday mornings there will be story time and crafts.

Prizes are awarded for books read and activities completed. Each child who registers will receive a free ticket to a Sea Dogs baseball game. All who complete the program will be invited to an ice cream party.

Registration begins in the Children's Room on Tuesday, June 17. Special programs and activities will be held on Thursdays starting at 10:30 a.m. in the Children's Room beginning June 26. The program ends on Friday, August 1.

The summer reading program is generously supported by Wiscasset Public Library, Friends of the Library, Shaw's Supermarket and Big Al's.

Library hours during the summer are Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, call the library at 882-7161.