Orrville Library’s summer reading is now underway
This year’s Orrville Public Library Summer Reading Program, with free fun for all ages, started June 1 and will run through Aug. 3. The kickoff event on June 1 included games, activities, popcorn, cotton candy and various community organizations.
The library will once again use the online platform Beanstack for readers to track their reading. If you’re new to the program, create a free account through the library website at www.orrville.lib.oh.us or at orrville.beanstack.org. There also is a Beanstack Tracker app to download. If you prefer, paper log sheets are available in each department. Both new and returning users need to register for the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge.
Children will earn a small prize for every 100 minutes of reading or being read to. Upon completion of 800 minutes of reading, participants will have their choice of a free book. In lieu of the smaller prizes, participants can choose to use their entry toward the grand prize. There also will be a variety of activities throughout the summer.
Teens who read for 60 minutes will earn an entry ticket for a grand prize. Additional entries can be earned by donating to the library summer service project, writing a book review, reserving a Book Box or attending a teen program. Prizes can be won for every 500 minutes of reading. At 1,000 minutes teen readers will win a paracord bracelet and headlamp.
Those age 18 and over have the option to read or listen to books to earn entry tickets for a chance to win various prize baskets. One book read equals one entry ticket. Participants will receive a small prize after reading their first three books. Adults can earn extra entry tickets by writing a book review, donating to the summer service project or listening to the library podcast “Beyond the Shelf.” As a special prize, adults who read and log a book between June 1 and 15 will be entered to win four regular-season Akron RubberDucks baseball tickets.
The library summer service project will support The Salvation Army’s Back-to-School Supply Drive. Participants of all ages who bring in three 3-prong, two-pocket folders — solid primary colors are preferred, no designs — will receive a credit on their reading log.
Watch the website at www.orrville.lib.oh.us for additional information.