The Emmaus Library will hold its finale for its "Dig into Reading," summer reading program 9:45 a.m. Aug. 14 at Emmaus Community Park's Arts Pavilion. The summer reading club will end Aug. 10. Congratulations to all the youngsters who read more than 20 books this summer and earned awards.

The library, 11 E. Main St., will host a family fun night 7 p.m. Aug. 1. Attendees are invited to wear their bathing suits and bring beach towels. After listening to an outdoor talk about water, attendees will join in a water battle with Emmaus Councilman Brian Holtzhafer.

Stop in and see the library's new acquisitions. The library recently received an LSTA Preschool Connections grant which provided funds to purchase new toys and games which will be used during children's story times. The library will be closed Aug. 31 and Sept. 2 for the Labor Day holiday and Aug. 24 during the Soap Box Derby Rally. Check emmauspl.org or 610-965-9284.

The Emmaus Garden Club invites the public to the Aug. 6 meeting at Faith Presbyterian Church, North Second and Cherokee streets. The program will be "Art in Bloom" presented by Myra Fenza. Doors open 12:30 p.m. and the program follows 1 p.m. Fenza's arrangements will be raffled and you may be the winner of a beautiful arrangement. All are welcome. You need not be an Emmaus resident to attend. Call 610-967-5058 for additional information.

The Emmaus Farmers Market continues 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday through Thanksgiving in the parking lot of National Penn Bank, 235 Main St. in downtown Emmaus. The market is the Lehigh Valley's 100 percent producer-only market and offers fruits, vegetables, breads and baked goods, cheeses, meats, flowers and plants, honey, eggs and so much more. For information, visit www. emmausmarket.com.

The Emmaus Farmers Market annual dinner will take place Aug. 23 at Emmaus Community Park. The entire buffet meal is provided and prepared by the vendors of the market. Look for more details coming soon at www.emmausmarket.com.

The Emmaus Main Street Partners will sponsor a sidewalk sale at various shops throughout Emmaus 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 10. The event features music on the Triangle. The sidewalk sales continue on the second Saturday of every month. For information, call 610-965-2174.

The summer concert series for August in the Arts Pavilion at Community Park are Aug. 4: ALIAS; Aug. 11: The Bryant Bros.; Aug. 18: Crazy Hearts and Aug. 25: Josef Kroboth polka band. The Macungie Band will perform Sept. 1. Concerts begin 6 p.m.

Reminder: First Friday Family Fun Night will be held 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 2. The program is carnival night and features John Cassidy, world record holder for balloon sculpting, magic and comedy. The final Friday Fun Night features Dave Fry Aug. 23. Dip-N-Dance with DJ Dutch will be held at the pool 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 22.

Emmaus Borough Council will meet 7 p.m. Aug. 19 in council chambers, 28 S. Fourth St. There is no meeting Aug. 5.

Borough offices and the compost center will be closed Sept. 2 for the Labor Day holiday.

The last session for the borough's summer park program will be Aug. 2. More than 90 youngsters registered in this fun-filled program this year.

Pool hours through Aug. 25 and Aug. 30 to Labor Day are noon to 8 p.m. and Aug. 26 to Aug. 29 are 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. For pool information, call 610-928-1130.

The Shelter House Society will host its annual membership picnic, 6 p.m. Aug. 21. The picnic is a time when members and guests can share recipes and enjoy each other's company. There is a small donation. All are welcome. Reserve a place by calling Ruth Grohol at 610-570-1481.

The Keystone Soapbox Derby Rally will be held Aug. 24 and 25 on Ridge Street near the library. This is the 38th rally held in Emmaus. Racing starts around 9:30 a.m. and ends around 4 p.m.

The Lehigh Saengerbund Bier Garten will be held 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 24 in the Arts Pavilion at Community Park.

The Emmaus Historical Society museum, 563 Chestnut St., is open Saturdays noon to 4 p.m. For information, visit emmaushist@ ptd.net or call 610-966-6591.

The Concerned East Penn Taxpayers Association will sponsor a program, "Common Core," the next federally mandated education system 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at Fire Co. #1, Sixth and Broad streets. Peg Luksik, author of "Outcome Based Education" will present the program. Light refreshments will be available. For information, call 610-965-3556 or email ceptapa@ gmail.com.

The Museum of Indian Culture, 2825 Fish Hatchery Road, Allentown, will hold its 33rd annual Roasting Ears of Corn Festival 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 17 and 18. For information, visit www.museumofindianculture.org or call 610-797-2121.

East Penn schools begin Aug. 26 so please drive carefully around the local schools.

Mark your calendar: Emmaus' Farewell Summer Festival will be held 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sept. 7 in downtown Emmaus. The event features activities for youngsters; several contests; a burger cook-off, cupcake decorating, a scavenger hunt and an outdoor concert by "The Large Flowerheads" on the Triangle as the day's finale. For more details, call 610-965-2174.

The Friends of the 1803 House have exciting plans for the Oct. 5 "A Very Merrie Halloween." The event features storytelling and games, a Halloween costume parade and a visit from the Wildlands Conservancy with some "not-so-scary" creatures. A new baking contest will be held with three categories apple, pumpkin and Halloween. The historic house will be open for tours and the grounds will be filled with juried crafts and art for sale. Pulled pork sandwich and two sides platters will be for sale. Advance tickets for the platters will be available at the 1803 House table Aug. 4 and Sept. 1 at the Farmers Market or at Sweet Memories. Tickets can also be purchased the day of the event; take out will be available. For information, contact Laura Fetzer at lfetzer3@ ptd.net, call 610-965-5037 or check the house's website at www.1803house.org.

Emmaus Borough Council recently recognized the efforts of several volunteer groups and individuals by naming them Volunteer of the Year. Congratulations to the Emmaus Main Street Partners for its community service and achievement (2010 Volunteer of the Year), John Eyer for his community service through the Emmaus Youth Association (2011 Volunteer of the Year) and Bob Boehmer for his winter paintings (2012 Volunteer of the Year). Congratulations to the honorees.

I received a message from the Emmaus Kiwanis Club listing some of the club's volunteer dates during August. The members will participate in a Miracle League game, will man the grills during a Wounded Warrior 5K run and picnic at Lone Lane Park and will be conducting clean up at the Emmaus Remembrance Garden. The Emmaus Rotary Club has also made generous donations to numerous organizations, including the Lower Macungie and Emmaus libraries and the Emmaus and Lower Macungie Youth associations. I know there are other Emmaus organizations not mentioned whose members are volunteering time and contributing funds for the betterment of the community. As long as I have lived in Emmaus I have been impressed with the time and effort civic groups and individuals have given to the community. Thank you one and all.

My best wishes that you have a memorable summer and as I sit here typing while the outside temperature hovers in the high 90s, best wishes that you stay cool. Please send your notices of upcoming events to Durdock@ aol.com or 913 Little Lehigh Drive or call 610-067-2661. The next deadline for the column is Aug. 21.