From the Globe Education Desk

The Oakland Public Library’s summer reading program, “Catch the Reading Bug @ Your Library,” will run from June 7 through Aug. 9. Bookworms ages 13 and under can read their way to prizes during the program, which will feature a lineup of activities including music, wildlife, crafts, magic tricks and more.
    The library will host a kickoff party on Saturday, May 31 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Main Library’s Children’s Room. Children who sign up for the program that day will receive a free hot dog or veggie dog, and be treated to performances by Prescott Clowns, Teng Fei Lion Dancers and a live reggae band, La Raza Farians.
    Families with children ages 2 to 7 can get involved by attending an Early Reading Fun Workshop at one of 13 libraries. These special literacy programs will combine crafts and story time with tips on how families Oakland Public Library plans summer reading program can nurture the next generation of readers.
    For more information, call (510) 238-3615 or visit www.oaklandlibrary.org. Calendars of events are also available at any library branch or bookmobile.