Hoag Library kicks off summer reading program today with Erie Canal musician

Posted 9 July 2025 at 7:46 am

Press Release, Hoag Library

ALBION – Hoag Library’s 2025 Summer Reading Program, themed “Color Our World,” officially kicks off today at 2 p.m., with an engaging performance by musician and teaching artist Dave Ruch, who will bring the history of the Erie Canal to life with music, storytelling, and audience interaction.

Reading logs and Nioga Library System passports will be available at the kickoff. With the Nioga Passport Program, participants can collect a stamp at each Nioga Library they visit. Once all stamps are collected, they’ll be entered into a system-wide raffle for exciting prizes.

This summer, Hoag Library will also be out in the community! Visit us at Bullard Park on Fridays in July for Art at the Park with stories and crafts, and look for StoryWalks at the library and throughout Albion.

Other exciting upcoming events include:

Super Amy Variety Show – Thursday, July 10 at 2 p.m.
Fire Truck Visit – Monday, July 14 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Wildlife Rockstars Live Animal Show – Monday, Aug. 18 at 11:30 a.m.
Yohe Wagon Rides & Farm Animals – Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 2 p.m.
Rainbow Yoga, Butterfly Wing Craft, Supersized Sorry, and many more activities for all ages

Participants are also encouraged to take part in the Community Art Mural, Color Jars, and the Collaborative Diamond Painting Project running every Friday.

For full program details, visit: www.hoaglibrary.org/srp

As part of the Hoag Music Series, Hoag Library is proud to present two free, all-ages concerts this summer:

Dr. Petar Kodzas (classical guitar) – Saturday, July 19 at 12 p.m.
Dr. Andrew Flory (theorbo) – Saturday, Aug. 16 at 12 p.m.

Both concerts are free and open to the public—don’t miss the chance to experience world-class musicians right here at Hoag Library!