CHESTERVILLE — A Saturday reading program with the theme “Summer in Maine” will be offered from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays, July 9 to Aug. 13, at the Chesterville Center Union Meeting House.

The program, for children ages 4 to 11, will feature stories read aloud and story-related activities. There will be reading incentives, including books to borrow and prizes.

The theme will be reflected in stories that feature enjoyment of outdoor activities and opportunities.

“We’re very excited about this opportunity to reach out to the community and encourage the love of books by our kids,” said Erin Dyar, a representative of the library group.

Meeting House board spokesperson Cynthia Stancioff added, “We think that in addition to being fun for everyone involved, a summer reading program like this is a great way to avoid the well-known problem of summer learning loss that affects so many students.”

The program is offered free due to a grant from the Maine Community Foundation.

Chesterville residence is not required. Children younger than 4 are welcome if accompanied by an adult, and children older than 11 may help with the program.

FMI, volunteer: 207-778-3513, [email protected], www.chestervillemeetinghouse.org.