The Prince George Public Library is kicking off its summer reading program this weekend - and adults are welcome too.
The adult summer challenge begins on Saturday and includes a number of reading prompts and tasks. Participants can complete as many or as few of the challenges as they'd like over six weeks, and will earn a draw entry for each challenge completed.
Prizes include a $150 gift certificate to Books and Company; a $150 gift certificate to The London, and a $150 local food and drink prize package.
Participants can pick up challenge booklets at a kick-off event on Saturday between 2 and 3 p.m.at Bob Harkins Branch and thereafter at both the Bob Harkins and Nechako branches.
The children's summer reading program, for ages 5-9, begins on Tuesday at Bob Harkins branch and on Wednesday at Nechako Branch, both 10:15-11:15 a.m. The weekly program will include activities, stories and special events to encourage children to keep reading during their summer break from school.
This year, a 'Quiet Corner' will be set up at all summer reading program events for children with sensory sensitivities and those who need a few moments to themselves.
The corner will feature the library's sensory kit, which includes fidget toys, noise defender headphones, sunglasses, and a wiggle cushion that can also be used as a weighted lap pad.
A Tens to Teens Challenge for 10-18 years old will have double digits and teens reading books, graphic novels and manga, and completing a number of challenges. Up for grabs are small weekly prizes, and three experience-based grand prize packages.
Both branches will welcome the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre next week to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Lunar Mission. The presentation and hands-on workshop will engage children 5-12 yrs. in activities focused on the challenges of space travel and living on the moon.
It's set for Tuesday at Bob Harkins and Wednesday at Nechako, both 1:30-3 p.m.
Detailed information about each program can be found at www.pgpl.ca/events.
