Summer Reading Program 6/1 - 8/23
Join the Color Our World Summer Reading Challenge at Wicomico Public Library, June 1 through August 23! This year, you choose your own reading goal: 15, 25, 40, or 60 days. The activities and challenges are the same for everyone, making it easy for the whole family to join in the fun.
Every month, we’ll draw prize winners from our active summer readers. Just by participating, you could win something cool! Finish your reading goal and return your game board by August 23 to complete the challenge.
Want to go digital? Track your progress online at wicomicolibrary.beanstack.org or download the Beanstack App. This summer, let books brighten your world!
Getting Started
Online or offline, it’s easy to participate in the summer reading challenge! Use Beanstack online or download the app from Google Play or the App Store. Follow the prompts to create a user account, then add readers to the account to include the whole family. Available challenges appear by the age of each reader. Have a question? Staff are available to help you get started.
Paper options are fun, too! Stop by a branch location to collect one of the gameboards, or find us at a community event this summer. Additional copies of the game boards are available below. Paper game boards can be used independently or online with Beanstack.
Prizes
Each month this summer, readers of all ages have a chance to win fun prizes just by joining and participating in the Summer Reading Challenge!
From creative sketch kits and cool games to Wow Water Pads and collectible Funko Pops, there’s something exciting for everyone. Sign up, get reading, and you might score a prize just for being part of the fun!
Print out a copy of the gameboards:
Storywalk in the Parks
Want to read a book but still enjoy the great outdoors? This Summer the Library is partnering with Wicomico County Recreation and Parks to bring Storywalks® to four local parks:
- 6/13 - 6/27: Humane Society
- 7/11- 7/25: Adkins Mill Park
- 8/8 - 8/29: Crooked Oak Playground
Storytime and Craft
Mobile Services will have a Storytime Craft at each park as a special event. Come for stories, music, and a craft! Starting at 10 am.
- 6/18 - Humane Society
- 7/16 - Adkins Mill Park
- 8/13 - Crooked Oak Playground
Upcoming Events
All Aboard the Giving Train: 12 Weeks of Winter Generosity
Join us this winter for our exciting donation program - 'All Aboard the Giving Train'! Over the next 12 weeks, let's come together to bring warmth and comfort to our community.
How it Works:
402 W Main St, Fruitland
Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!
Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:
At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18–35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.
Disclaimer(s)
Attending Children
Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.
