Library launches 'Paws to Read' summer reading program

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A pair of young Team Andrews members jump around at the Andrews Library's 'Paws to Read' summer reading program kickoff party at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 16, 2014. The program encourages children to read during the summer months and the library is slated to host weekly events for children to attend. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Torey Griffith)

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Team Andrews kicks off 'Paws to Read' Summer Reading Program

A pair of young Team Andrews members jump around at the Andrews Library's 'Paws to Read' summer reading program kickoff party at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 16, 2014. The program encourages children to read during the summer months and the library is slated to host weekly events for children to attend. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Torey Griffith)

Heather Toro and her children, Olivia and William, check out books at the Andrews Library's 'Paws to Read' summer reading program kickoff party at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 16, 2014. The program encourages children to read during the summer months and the library is slated to host weekly events for children to attend. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Torey Griffith)

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Heather Toro and her children, Olivia and William, check out books at the Andrews Library's 'Paws to Read' summer reading program kickoff party at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 16, 2014. The program encourages children to read during the summer months and the library is slated to host weekly events for children to attend. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Torey Griffith)

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. – Summer is just around the corner and right now is the perfect time to begin putting together your family's summer reading list.

The Andrews Library launched the summer reading program, "Paws to Read" and is planning a host of activities for children, teens and adults. Nearly 300 signed up the first day.

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Andrews Library Information:

Bldg 1642 Brookley Ave.
301-981-6454
Hours of Operation:
Monday 9 a.m.- 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday 11 a.m.- 8 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Closed on Sundays & Holidays

Visit the DOD Summer Reading Program website HERE.

Staff Sgt. Ian Hoachlander, Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs, contributed to this story.

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