When school's out, summer reading will be in for patrons of Park Ridge Public Library
Leaders at the Park Ridge Public Library announced in a news release that June 2 marks the kickoff of the library's summer reading program for kids, teens and adults, and will include reading challenges and prizes.
The program will run through Aug. 16.
Starting May 27, patrons were able to sign up at the service desks in the children's department, teen loft and in the Reader Services area. Participants were to be given a paper log to track progress, the release explains. Sign up is also available online at parkridgelib.beanstack.org.
Then, on June 2, participants started to track their reading through the Beanstack website or on the paper log, according to the release.
'Summer is the perfect time to explore new interests, go on adventures through stories, and connect with your community,' library Director Joanna Bertucci stated in the release. 'We invite everyone to make the most of summer and discover all the library has to offer—reading challenges, exciting programs, and a welcoming space for all ages.'
Children will be able to earn tickets and choose which prize drawing they would like to enter at a display in the children's department. Additionally, participants in sixth grade through high school will be able to earn a virtual prize drawing ticket in Beanstack for every 10 days they read. Anyone who reads at least 30 days by Aug. 10, will earn a free book. Participants will be able to earn more chances to win by reading more days, the release explains.
'Children can also participate by keeping an eye out for this year's Summer Reading mascot, Mango, around town from June 11 to August 6. Stop by the Children's Services department for clues about where Mango is located each week. Return to the Library to fill out a form and stop at Children's Services to let the desk staff know where Mango was spotted to get entered for a chance to win a Mango T-shirt. In addition, all forms submitted throughout Mango's travels will be entered into a final drawing and the winner will receive their very own Mango,' according to the release.
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