If you’re a reading adult, then you’re a READER!
Let’s create a community of Readers! Our Summer Program for Adults offers several options. Register to get started and then select the activities that you prefer. No stress – it’s Summer, after all! No obligations. REGISTRATION HERE
We are offering two book-inspired conversation groups and a Saturday Movie Matinee with a musical theme.
Calendar of ALL programs for adults in June, July, and August.
Do you love to talk about books? Attend the No Spoilers Book Club! Details below.
Special Book Theme: Music is History by Questlove [You do not have to read the book to enjoy the conversation events or the film series!] More below!
Summer Reading begins June 10 and August. 19. Register anytime before August 12 to be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing for $100.
Why register? You will be eligible for several cash prizes and you will help the library measure how many of you are READERS!
How it all works
Summer Reading runs June 10 to August 19.
To be eligible for any prize, you must have a valid BPL library card and registered for Adult Summer Reading.
For each book, ebook, or audiobook you read, you will make an entry on the Reading Log and fill out a Chance Ticket to be eligible for the Grand Prize or the smaller prizes. Printed Reading Log sheets are available at the Circulation Desk or you can print your own. Fill out Chance Tickets at the library or download this sheet if you are reading digital items.
Note: To count, the items you read much be checked out from the library or one of the library’s online services (hoopla or Libby). Take a screenshot if you check out an ebook or digital audiobook. Honor system!
What a little challenge? Try the Readers Bingo. You can cross off squares by reading or attending a library event. Pick up the sheet at the library or print one.
Readers who hand in their Reading Log and/or Bingo Card will receive 2 extra tickets for the Grand Prize Drawing, and will be entered in the two Special Drawings for $25 each.
Summer Program Options – The program is super flexible!
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- You can opt to just read and log your progress.
- Try the Readers Bingo.
- Attend the No Spoilers Book Club or one of the Saturday films.
Adult Summer Reading Prizes
Grand Prize: $100
Bingo & Reading Log Drawing: $25 each
Readers Drawing: $10 (5 winners)
Summer Events for Adults and Older Teens
No Spoilers Book Club
All the fun of getting together to chat about favorite books without the commitment to read the same book. Join us to talk about what you are reading and get others excited about trying a new author. Just remember – NO SPOILERS!
Afternoon Meetings at 2:00pm: July 5, and August 2
Evening Meetings at 7:00pm: June 12, July 10, and August 14
Music is History Special Theme: In Music Is History, the musician and music journalist Questlove uncovers the hidden connections within the fabric of American social history and takes you on a journey through the past fifty years. Combining critical inquiries with Questlove’s personal memories, this unique perspective offers an intimate conversation with one of music’s most influential voices, providing a singular look at contemporary America.
Questlove’s deep musical expertise and curiosity about history converge in this captivating examination and he offer a fresh perspective on the intersection of pop culture and culturally diverse history, making Music Is History a great read for fans of popular music and modern social history.
Copies available at the library or on hoopla.
Music is History Book Club sessions:
Wednesday afternoons at 2:00pm: June 20 and July 19
Monday nights at 7:00pm: June 26 and July 24