Open a book

Many area libraries have taken on the state's reading program, “Catch the Reading Bug,” and have set up several activities to encourage our local children to read through the summer.

Hazard Library in Poplar Ridge was one of the first to start the reading initiative by hosting a bug-themed program Tuesday. And even local elementary schools are getting involved.

The goal is to keep children's minds active, which is believed to be the best way for students to maintain what they have learned thus far.