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Circular view of American flag against a starry background

Flag Day
Saturday, June 14

Red and black poster from the National Museum of African American History & Culture, showing copy of the Emancipation Proclamation, the quote from General Granger's order of "all slaves are free," and a colorful Juneteenth logo

Juneteenth
Thursday, June 19

Silhouette of father lifting up his young son, against a dark blue circle and black background

Father’s Day
Sunday, June 15

Graphic of the sun shining above blue waters, palm trees, and flowers, with the title "First Day of Summer"

First Day of Summer
Friday, June 20

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Award and Medal winners and nominees

2026 Nutmeg Nominees/2025 Winners

2026 Nutmeg Nominees

Elementary Nominees (Grades 2-3)
Intermediate Nominees (Grades 4-6)
Middle School Nominees (Grades 7-8)

2025 Nutmeg Winners

Book cover of "Yoshi's Big Swim" showing illustration of a loggerhead turtle swimming through the ocean, surrounded by various sea life
Elementary Winner (Grades 2-3)

Yoshi’s Big Swim: One Turtle’s Epic Journey Home, written by Mary Wagley Copp, illustrated by Kaja Kajfez [not yet in library collection]

“Yoshi’s Big Swim chronicles the impressive true story of Yoshi, a loggerhead turtle who was rescued by fishermen, then rehabilitated and cared for by scientists for many years . . . But then, many years later, Yoshi let them know that it was time for her to move on . . . Discover an amazing story celebrating teamwork, science, and an animal hero who swam more than 22,000 miles to her true home-the longest journey of any animal ever tracked . . .”

Book cover of graphic novel "Invisible," featuring illustration of five adolescents in a school cafeteria
Intermediate Winner (Grades 4-6)

Invisible, written by Christina Diaz Gonzalez, illustrated by Gabriela Epstein

“Can five overlooked kids make one big difference? . . . they’re stuck together when they’re forced to complete their school’s community service hours. Although they’re sure they have nothing in common with one another, some people see them as all the same–just five Spanish-speaking kids . . . they must decide whether they are each willing to expose their own secrets to help–or if remaining invisible is the only way to survive middle school.”

Book cover of "Starfish," showing illustration of an overhead view of a girl floating on water with arms and legs extended
Middle School Winner (Grades 7-8)

Starfish by Lisa Fipps

“Bullied and shamed her whole life for being fat, twelve-year-old Ellie finally gains the confidence to stand up for herself, with the help of some wonderful new allies.”