# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Summer Reading Kickoff with Tripledale Farm
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton will host the donkeys of Tripledale Farm of Guilford along with a petting zoo on Saturday, June 27 between 12:00 and 2:00 PM to kick off our 2026 Summer Reading program. Summer Reading packets for kids birth - grade 5 will be available and will include a free book. Kids keep track of their reading and play our Unearth a Story Jurassic board game and earn raffle tickets towards terrific prizes. Our summer reading program runs through Saturday, August 1. Reading logs will also be available to download on the library’s website billmemorial.org.

Our visit by Tripledale Farm is generously sponsored by the Groton Education Foundation and includes rare American Jackstock Mammoth donkeys descended from the Revolutionary War era. One of the farm’s heritage breed donkeys, Sharpy, was featured on a United States Postage Stamp several years ago
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/groton/summer-reading-kickoff-with-tripledale-farm/200030064695124
- **Event Categories**: kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 60

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Groton
- **state**: CT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 240 Monument St, Groton, CT, United States, Connecticut 06340
- **lat**: 41.35574
- **long**: -72.0799
- **full address**: 240 Monument St, Groton, CT, United States, Connecticut 06340

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Summer Reading Kickoff with Tripledale Farm being held?
  - **A:** Summer Reading Kickoff with Tripledale Farm takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm at 240 Monument St, Groton, CT, United States, Connecticut 06340.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Summer Reading Kickoff with Tripledale Farm?
  - **A:** Summer Reading Kickoff with Tripledale Farm is organized by Bill Memorial Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Summer Reading Kickoff with Tripledale Farm is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Groton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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