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LeClaire Library reports strong summer turnout; 588 sign up for reading program

LeClaire Community Library Board of Trustees · July 14, 2026

Summary

Library Director Lexie Reiling told trustees that 588 patrons have joined the Summer Reading Program and that children's programs, including a Hunger Games Escape Room with 91 completions, drew strong attendance and positive feedback.

LeClaire Community Library reported robust summer engagement at its July 14 meeting. Library Director Lexie Reiling said 588 patrons were enrolled in the Summer Reading Program and highlighted several successful offerings for children and teens, including a Hunger Games Escape Room that 91 patrons completed.

Reiling read direct compliments from patrons and staff about the programs. She quoted one parent saying participants were "still riding the high of their Escape Room experience this weekend," and staff praise that "Miss Ashe crushed it!" The director listed other popular events by attendance: Skippy the Drum Machine (36), Pretend Play: Restaurant (28), Cold-Blooded Redhead (well over 100), Book Vases (16), Dessert Sushi (25) and STEM Saturday: Edible Soil Layers (32).

Trustees noted the programs as evidence of community demand and discussed staffing plans in light of upcoming personnel changes.

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