Summer at Your Library is returning to the Orange County Library System. The program encourages everyone to read for 30 days this summer. Kids ages 0-18 can receive a free book. Participants can visit a library location to pick up a reading challenge booklet to track their progress. The booklets include activities and a way to earn extra entries for the End of Summer grand prize drawing. Kids can pick out a free book to take home while supplies last.
The Friends of the Orange County Library System have made the giveaway possible through a generous donation since 2023. The annual appeal by the Friends of the Library focuses on raising money to get free books into the hands of young readers. The Friends also fund an annual giveaway for children enrolled in Orange County Head Start programs. Children receive one book each year, hand-selected by OCLS Storyteller Crystal Sullivan for high-interest themes tailored to their reading level. Volunteers gather throughout the year to prepare and package the books for distribution and hear more about library happenings. Those interested in joining the Friends or donating money for future books can visit https://friends.ocls.org/about/.
Summer at Your Library also includes special programs, such as the Spheres Bubble Show and a chance to Meet a Gatorland Wrangler. Library staff host 3D design and printing camps, Cuisine Corner Jr tutorials and fiber arts classes. Adults can enjoy themed programs including crafting, cooking, painting and gardening. Details are at ocls.org/summer.
Press release issued by Orange County Library System:
https://ocls.org/ocls-blog/kick-off-your-summer-reading-challenge/
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