Make the most of your summer break through the Summer Reading Program!
From June 1-July 31, expect engaging events, entertaining activities, and, of course, a LOT of reading.
Take a look at everything we've got to offer!
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READING | What's better than a summer spent reading? Getting credit for it, too!
The first two books you read will earn you a fun prize! Quantities are limited, so grab yours fast! Two books read ALSO earns an entry into the Grand Prize district drawing plus an entry into your Branch Prize drawing. After that, every additional two books read in June and July earns another entry into your Branch Prize drawing, up to 11 entries (22 books read). Track the books through Beanstack, or, with a paper log from your branch.
The prize details:
With 4 Grand Prizes possible-- one at each JCL location-- each with a value up to $150, participation in the program is a no-brainer! Grand Prize winners can choose up to $150 worth of gift cards from Adventure Valley, the St. Louis Art Museum, the St. Louis Zoo, Painting with a Twist, Pottery Hollow, or Barnes and Noble.
Branch Prizes are valued at $50 each. Drawings for both will be held on August 6.
Prizes will be distributed at the end of the Summer Reading Program. Paper reading logs and Beanstack reading logs must be submitted by July 31.
EVENTS | Celebrate the summer at SO MANY exciting events.
JCL-Arnold Adult Highlights
Adult Coloring Night | Wed., June 11 from 5-7 PM
Sit back, relax, and color! This laid-back evening of coloring and socializing is a great way to explore your creativity and meet new people. Art supplies will be available, but feel free to bring your own favorite tools as well. Registration required.
Adults 18+. Registration Required.
Spices around the World | Mon., July 7 at 6 PM
Spice up your cooking with flavors from around the world! We’ll talk about spices in various cultures, share recipes to try, and create a few spice blends to take home
Ages 18+. Registration Required.
Puzzle Races | Wed., July 9 at from 5:30-7 PM
Teams of up to 4 will compete to see who can complete a puzzle the fastest to win prizes and bragging rights! Teams are welcome to bring their own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages to this event, and each team can take their own puzzle home.
Ages 10+. Team Registration Required.
JCL-Cedar Hill Adult Highlights
Senior Social | Fri., June 13 at 10 AM
Socialize, play games, eat snacks with friends new and old.
Adults.
Touring the Canadian Rockies presented by Marty Koch | Tues., July 15 at 6 PM
Looking for your next vacation destination? Guest presenter, Marty Koch, will make that decision easy.
Adults.
Family Game Night | Tues., July 29 at 5:30 PM
Play games from different cultures with family and friends.
All Ages.
JCL-Northwest Adult Highlights
Summer Fruit Painting | Fri., June 6 from 2-4 PM
Start off the summer with this simple and colorful paint-along!
Adults. Registration required.
Breath Work | Mon., June 2 from 6-7 PM
No pressure, no experience needed. Bring your breath, and a yoga mat is recommended, but not necessary!
Adults. Registration required.
Classics Book Club | Thurs., June 5 + Thurs., July 3 at 3 PM
Step back in time as we dive into the pages of classic literature.
Adults. Registration required.
JCL-Windsor Adult Highlights
Collage Your World | Mon., June 23 at 4:00 PM
Bring personal photos, letters, event tickets, stickers, and other supplies to make a personal collage all about you and your world or make a gift for someone else!
Adults. Registration required.
Splatoon Trivia Night | Wed., July 9 at 5:30 PM
Form a team and compete to win!
Ages 10+. Registration required.
Dried Pressed Flower Tea Light Jar | Fri., July 11 at 1 PM
Create your own tea light candle jar using dried pressed flowers.
Adults. Registration required.
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