MEXICO – Summer readers at the Mexico Public Library received a special treat recently at an end-of-summer “Be a Reader” pizza party. A Storybook Theatre presentation was enjoyed by approximately 55 to 60 participants.

This program was the final event for the summer reading program at the library. Several children played roles in interactive skits and playlets based on familiar fairy tales. The entire group was treated to pizza.

Summer reading awards were presented. Each summer reading participant received a certificate and bookmark. Books and prizes were awarded to the participants who read the most over the summer.

Children receiving the top reading awards were: Zachary Penley, Gabriel Ladd, Elizabeth Farrar, Heidi Penley, Esther Farrar, Hannah Daigle, Nathan Noyes, Cara Wilkins and Megan Noyes.

A total of 97 children were enrolled in the reading program for the summer. This program was made possible in part by a grant from the Oxford County Preschool Enrichment Trust.