2025 Summer Reading Programs at South Park Township Library

Summer Reading at South Park Township Library is back! 

Visit southparklibrary.org for the latest information about all of our Summer Reading programming!


 

Adults are invited to participate in this year's Summer Reading Program from Thursday, June 12th - Thursday, August 7th.

Ready to add some vibrant hues to your summer? Our adult summer reading program, "Color Our World," invites you to explore the diverse spectrum of stories, ideas, and experiences that make up our world.

Dive into books that transport you to different cultures, introduce you to fascinating characters from all walks of life, and illuminate the beauty and complexity of our planet--there's a shade for every reader. Participate in engaging events and discussions that will further color your understanding of the world around you.

For every book you read, or adult program you attend, you will be given a ticket to fill out for a chance to win a bouquet of colorful gift cards worth $350! This prize is for adults only and the random prize drawing will take place on Monday, August 11th.

Earn chances to win colorful prizes as you read and engage. Let's "Color Our World" together this summer, one page at a time!

For more information on Adult Summer Reading contact Donna at neiportd@einetwork.net.


 

Children are invited to participate in this year's Summer Reading Program from Thursday, June 19th - Thursday, August 7th.

Beginning Thursday, June 19, 2025, children and their families can sign up to Beanstack at https://carnegiesouth.beanstack.org/reader365. 

By signing up to Beanstack, children and their families can earn badges by attending programs and tracking each day that that they read for a chance to win some weekly prizes! Everyone that participates in this year's summer reading activities and tracks their reading each day will have a chance to win this year's end-of-summer grand prize! 

**The last day to log the days that your child has read and the programs that they attend is Thursday, August 7th. We will draw the lucky grand prize winner on Friday, August 8th!** 

To sign up to Beanstack, please select the "Register an Individual or Family" option to register!* After signing up or logging into Beanstack, select the "South Park Township Library: Summer Reading Program 2025 (Children Ages 0-12)" challenge.

If you are signing up with the Beanstack app, please search for "Carnegie Library - South Region (PA) and then select the "South Park Township Library: Summer Reading Program 2025 (Children Ages 0-12)" challenge. 

*Patrons that tracked their Beanstack Summer Reading activities in 2023 and/or 2024 can continue to use their previously created Beanstack account for 2025 Summer Reading activities.

If you created a Beanstack account pre-2023 to track your Summer Reading activities and did not participate in the 2023 or 2024 Summer Reading Program activities on Beanstack you will need to create a new Beanstack account.

For more information on Children's Summer Reading contact Ms. Tami at paulinet@einetwork.net.

THE CLAW MACHINE IS BACK!

BEGINNING JUNE 23RD, when your child checks out 10 items from the Children's Room, they will have the opportunity to participate in the Scavenger Hunt. Once they have located the hidden Scavenger Hunt picture, Ms. Tami will let the children play the machine.*

*If Ms. Tami is unavailable, the children will receive a ticket from the Library's front desk that can be redeemed to play the machine at a later date.




Teens are invited to participate in this year’s Teen Summer Reading Bingo Challenge from Monday, June 9th – Monday, August 4th! This summer, teens have the chance to win exciting prizes by bringing color to their world through great books, fun activities, and exciting bingo challenges.

Fill out a bingo card by reading books or completing creative tasks listed on the card. Each completed bingo gets you closer to winning awesome prizes! Whether you're exploring new stories, creating art, or diving into hands-on fun at the library, this summer is all about adding bold, brilliant color to your world.

To participate, visit the library on or after June 9th to fill out a Teen Summer Reading Form and pick up your first bingo card. Get ready for a summer filled with books, creativity, and adventure!

For more information on Teen Summer Reading, contact Madeline at canalesm@einetwork.net.

Tweens are invited to participate in this year's Tween Summer Reading Program from Wednesday, June 11th – Wednesday, August 6th! This summer, tweens will embark on a vibrant reading adventure, adding a splash of creativity and color to their world through books, hands-on crafts, and exciting bingo challenges.

To participate, visit the library on or after June 11th to fill out a Tween Summer Reading Form and pick up your first bingo card. Each completed card brings you one step closer to fantastic prizes and a summer filled with discovery! Get ready to explore, create, and read in full color!

For more information on Tween Summer Reading, contact Madeline at canalesm@einetwork.net.