Kids, teens, and adults are "finding their voice" this summer at the Camas Public Library, as the Summer Reading Program's theme allows them to express themselves in myriad ways. Many favorite programs are back (Storytime in the Park, Summer Kickoff Party, Tiny Art Show) and we've got some new ones as well (Pop-Up Museum: Drawing Showcase, Preschool Puppet Party, Teen Puzzle Pandemonium). With even more events loaded into our summer reading calendar, there's sure to be something for everyone.
In an exciting crossover, the Summer Reading Program will meet the Second Story Gallery as the summer exhibits are named Find Your Voice and feature artists from Camas School District's high schools (July) and middle schools (August).
As for the reading program itself, it was revamped this year. Participants can track their reading either online or on a game board. They'll earn a prize after every 10 days of reading. After 30 days of reading, they'll receive a scratch-off ticket for a chance to win a larger prize. After 40 days of reading, they'll receive another scratch-off ticket, this time for a chance to win a grand prize.
This will be a fun summer, and it will also meet the goals in our strategic plan, as outlined below. So...double win! Registration begins Saturday, June 17.
Strategic Goals
Remove Barriers. The Library will meet people where they are at, providing storytimes in all of the Camas parks this summer and by having a station at each of the Camas School DIstrict BookMoBus stops. The Library will also be present at each of the Farmers Markets and First Friday events this summer.
Focus on Early Literacy. Storytimes are not the only way for the 0-5 set to participate this summer. They can also join the Board Book Bunch, which allows their parents or caregivers to engage with them in a variety of literacy-building activities to earn their own free board book.
Build or Strengthen Partnerships. The Library worked with many businesses that donated to a robust store of prizes for participants (listed below). Other partners this summer include Camas Parks & Recreation, Camas School District, and the Friends & Foundation of the Camas Library.
Encourage Lifelong Learning at Every Age.
Examples of classes planned for summer enrichment include Mindfulness Meditation or Origami for adults; Bakeology or Summer Scenery Painting for teens; and Kids Art Club or Mad Science for children.
Gold Sponsors
- Burgerville
- Dairy Queen
- Friends & Foundation of the Camas Library
- LiveWell Camas
- Lutz Hardware
- McDonald's
- My Gym Children's Fitness Center - Fisher's Landing
- North Bank Masonic Lodge
- Periwinkle's Toy Shoppe
- Truly Scrumptious
Silver Sponsors
- Oaks Amusement Park
- WaferTech
Bronze Sponsors
- 4Ever Growing Kids
- Bookish
- Grains of Wrath
- K&M Drive-In
- Liberty Theatre
- Nuestra Mesa
- Papermaker Pride
- Tommy O's at the Camas Hotel
- Squeeze & Grind
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