From left, Penny Beeman, Yooper Paws of Love dog handler, and Belle, therapy dog in training, listed to Jack Buck at the Dickiinson County Library’s Bow Wows and Books program, where patrons of all ages can read to therapy dogs. The next Bow Wows and Books event is Wednesday. Call the library at 906-774-1218 to register for a 15-minutes time slot.

IRON MOUNTAIN — June programs at the Dickinson County Library include:

— iSPY Tank: June to August.

The tank features monthly adventures — including camping, ocean and outer space — that allow a child to play iSPY while visiting the library and earn a prize from the treasure chest. It is sponsored by Dr. Daniel and Christine McMahon.

— Summer reading starts Monday.

All ages are welcome to stop in at any library site to register and get a bag of fun freebies and a summer reading goal card to fill out and return by Saturday, July 20, for a chance to win a prize. Registration bags are sponsored by the Slajus family.

— North Dickinson School Story Stroll: Monday through Wednesday, June 26.

Take a walk and read an adventurous story for all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

— Ford Motor Company Plant: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Mondays, June 10, 17 and 24, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Local historian Bill Cummings will present to teens and adults the history of the Ford Motor Company plant that was in Kingsford. Major topics will include Henry Ford’s beginnings in the automobile industry, Ford’s early connection with Dickinson County, building the Ford Motor Company plant, Model T parts production, station wagon production, WACO CG-4A glider production, post-war station wagon production, charcoal briquets production, and the closing of the plant. No registration is required.

— Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain Book Club: 2 p.m. Tuesday at Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Teens and adults are invited to discuss the U.P. Notable Book, “Firekeeper’s Daughter” by Angeline Boulley. New members are welcome to join the book club. No registration is required.

–The Dickinson County Library board will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain. The public is welcome to attend.

— Food Passport Challenge Kits: Available starting Wednesday at all library sites.

Teens and adults can pick up a packet that includes a blank passport, food recipes, local restaurants, and information with the library’s A to Z the USA and Global Road Warrior resources. Upon completing the challenge, the passport can be turned in for the chance to win a prize. Sponsored by Dr. Dale and Lucy Shampo.

— Passport to Adventure with Clear Lake Education Center: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Kids ages 5 to 12 can join the library and the Clear Lake Education Center for activities surrounding outdoor adventures, such as hiking safely, leave no trace, wildlife, tracking, water safety, and more. No registration is required. Sponsored by Jamieson & Fulks Orthodontics.

— Bow Wows and Books: 5 p.m. Wednesday at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Patrons of all ages and reading abilities can practice their reading skills by reading aloud to therapy dogs, Azul, a Siberian husky-mix and Diogee, a sheepadoodle. Registration is required; call the library at 906-774-1218 to sign up for a 15-minute time slot with either or both dogs.

— Book Breakdowns with Ashtyn Parent: 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Local author Parent will read and talk about her book, “Protectors of the Skies” with kids in kindergarten through fourth grade. This book talks about the constellations and how and why explorers used them to guide their adventures. Books will be available for purchase and signing. After the reading, attendees can create galaxy jars to take home. No registration is required.

— The Art of Being: 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

This drop-in program is designed for patrons in grade five and up that are currently battling cancer, are survivors of cancer, and for those that are/have been caregivers (includes family, friends, medical personnel, etc.). Each month a craft kit will be available for attendees to do if they wish; June will be a Sharpie Shoe Craft. No registration is required. Sponsored by Brian Brouillette, P.C. Attorney at Law.

— Adventures in Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Explore the wonders of early literacy through books, songs, and activities at this program for kids up to age five and their caregivers. Learn about bears with books “Explorers of the Wild” by Cale Atkinson and “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” by Micheal Rosen. Bring a teddy bear friend. No registration is required. Sponsored by Mary Endelman.

— Yoga at the Library: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Local yoga instructor Kimberly Spigarelli will lead teen and adult patrons through beginning to moderate poses and breathing exercises. Participants should bring a mat or towel. Required registration opens this Tuesday; call the library at 906-774-1218 to sign up.

— Book Breakdowns with Susie Finkbeiner: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

This Christian Book Association bestselling author as well as double Michigan Notable book winner will share the inspiration and background for her novel, “All Manner of Things,” to teens and adults. There will also be a session for questions, book signing and refreshments. Attendees will be entered into a prize drawing to win an autographed book. No registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

— Messy Bubble Adventures: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, at the Solomonson-Norway Branch; and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 20, at the North Dickinson Branch in Felch Township.

Kids ages 3 to 12 can make bubbles of all sizes and bubble experiments. There will be squirt gun painting and slime making for the older kids. No registration is required. Sponsored by Rize.

— Solomonson Branch-Norway Book Club: 2 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at the branch in Norway.

Adults are invited to discuss “The River We Remember” by William Kent Krueger. New members are always welcome. No registration is required.

— Messy Misadventures: 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, June 21, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Kids in third through eighth grades will make messy masterpieces with squirt gun painting and slime making at this monthly summer program. Registration is required and begins Friday, June 14; call the library at 906-774-1218 to sign up. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Dr. Daniel and Christine McMahon.

— Gamers Club: 4 p.m. Monday, June 24, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Get your game on with a variety of video and board games at this monthly program for kids in third through eighth grades. No registration is required.

— Adventures in Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 25, at the Dickinson County Library in Iron Mountain.

Explore the wonders of early literacy through books, songs and activities at this program for children to age 5 and their caregivers. Shoot for the stars with books “Sock on the Loose” by Conor McGlaufin and “A Way to the Stars” by David Almond. Wear space-themed clothes. No registration is required. Sponsored by Mary Endelman.

— Bow Wows and Books-Norway: 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, at the Solomonson Branch-Norway

Patrons of all ages and reading abilities can practice their reading skills by reading aloud to therapy dogs, Azul, a Siberian husky mix, and Belle, a black Lab-mix on the fourth Wednesday night of the month at the Solomonson Branch-Norway. Registration is required and begins Wednesday, June 19; call 906-563-8617 to sign up.

Stop by your local branch or inquire at the circulation desk for craft kits for kids of all ages. Sponsored by The Drug Store and Jamieson & Fulks Orthodontics.