The ABLE Library is pleased to offer a summer reading program this year to all of our patrons. There are several ways to participate in our summer reading program. You can read a book and leave a short review (just a couple of sentences). You can attend a virtual program presented by NLS. You can also play Summer Reading BINGO to earn a certificate of participation from NLS.
BINGO
Download a Summer Reading BINGO card and complete to earn a certificate from NLS (or call the library, and we can send you a card):
Book Review
Programs
- June 24 at 4:00 p.m.: Kickoff event (all ages)
NLS Director Jason Broughton will kick off this year's summer reading program with a warm welcome and Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden will delight our young readers with a picture book reading of The Adventures of Marshmallow and Peter (BR25025, DBC30393) by Peter Heath.
Sign up now: https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_GIVwYux3QnGjC3YVrC3mhg - July 18 at 4:00 p.m.: Story Time and Music by Turtle Dance Music (K-3rd grade)
The Turtle Dance Music Man, Matt Mazur, is back! Matt will lead us in singing and dancing and treat our young readers to a reading of Saturday (BR23018, DB98170) by Oge Mora.
Sign up now: https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_GIVwYux3QnGjC3YVrC3mhg - July 25 at 7:00 p.m.: Author Talk - Angeline Boulley with Andrea L. Rogers (YA & Adult)
New York Times bestselling author Angeline Boulley will discuss her books Firekeeper's Daughter (BR24040, DB102762) and Warrior Girl Unearthed (BR25116 in process, DB114761) in conversation with the moderator, award-winning author Andrea L. Rogers. The recording of this event will be available for two weeks following the talk.
Sign up now: https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_Tylh6sSXQQqT8PfR344FoQ
Online Activities
Virtual Tour of the Jefferson Building at the Library of Congress
The Thomas Jefferson Building is the oldest and grandest of the three buildings that make up the Library of Congress campus on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. You can discover artwork and architecture that connect to knowledge and creativity past and present through the talking book presented here, which provides a described audio tour of this important building. If you are an NLS patron with BARD, you can download this talking book, "Audio described tour of the Thomas Jefferson Building at the Library of Congress (DB121189)" or you can request it from the ABLE Library.
https://stream-media.loc.gov/nls/Thomas-Jefferson-Building-Tour.mp3
Whispering Library Escape Room
These puzzles range from very simple to quite challenging, making it something the whole family can do together! Enjoy this online event before August 9
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe05vv9-iy3IxuUi3Y3UYKyC8525k1jQTuT9rVnXkEIz-tfaA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Choose Your Reading Adventure
For school-age children and young adults. It's the last day of school! You and your friends suddenly hear a strange noise that sounds like it is coming from the library. Enjoy this online event before August 9.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem6kkbJG8HfEo9qJYKSWD6gUwDJYTKX_gFrYRuhSzcl1C5Rg/viewform?usp=sf_link
For adults. When you approach the front desk at your library, there is a large handmade sign that says, "See you in September!" All the librarians left for the summer! Then why is the door open? Enjoy this online event before August 9.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcF5aHTZmZMmmF5jO6P3p_QR9Z3lGvj6mMzUdOr3fgCAr49Q/viewform?usp=sf_link
Book Recommendations
Additional Summer Reading Resources
- National Federation for the Blind's BELL Academy is a summer program of Braille and non-visual skills instruction for blind children, with a virtual option available.
- Braille Institute's Youth Program - Summer Reading Program
- Perkins Library's PerKids monthly newsletter features fun activities, seasonal book lists, and upcoming events.