Area youth are invited to "Make a Splash - READ" this summer by participating in the Bluffton Public Library's Summer Reading Club from June 7 to July 30.

Youth in grades K-12 may register at the library to read for prizes as well as to take part in special programs offered throughout the summer. The goal for youth in grades K-5 is to read for 5 hours during the summer while the goal for teens in grades 6-12 is to read for 10 hours. Those who succeed will receive small prizes and several chances to win bigger prizes.

Special events this summer will include a "Sidewalk Art and Root Beer Float Kickoff" on June 8 for teens and a "Life's A Beach" party for grades K-12 on June 9. Also, for the first time ever, special movie screenings will be offered during the summer for children and their families. Please call the library or pick up a program schedule for more information on movies and other programs.

The "Make a Splash - READ" Summer Reading Club is sponsored by the Bluffton Public Library, the Friends of the Library, and other area businesses.

For more information, log on to www.blufftonpubliclibrary.org, visit the library or call 419-358-5016.