Attend a Library Event
Young Adult Reading Program

Take the survey below or click here to take the survey

Attend a Library Event
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Attend a Library event, pick up a secret code at the Information Desk afterwards and enter it here to earn an extra 2 points.

Become a Rock Star
Young Adult Reading Program

Do you love music? Have you always wanted to be a famous rock star? Complete the following activities to be on your way to becoming a rock star!

Create Your Own Adventure
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Make your own adventures by checking things off your bucket list! Does your bucket list include visiting a museum, restaurant, or park? Or maybe visiting someplace new? Share the top five things on your bucket list that you hope to accomplish this summer below. Go forward and adventure!

Create Your Own Adventure
Adult 2020 Summer Reading

Make your own adventures by checking things off your bucket list! Does your bucket list include visiting a museum, restaurant, or park? Or maybe visiting someplace new? Share the top five things on your bucket list that you hope to accomplish this summer below. Go forward and adventure!

Do a Science Experiment with items you have at hom
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Try one of these 63 SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS with materials you have at home! CLICK HERE TO SEE THE LIST!

Do a Science Experiment with items you have at home
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Try one of these 63 SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS with materials you have at home! CLICK HERE TO SEE THE LIST!

Guess the Winner of the Great American Read
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Take a guess now at which book will win the title of the Great American Read.Earn 1 extra point.Stay tuned for results on October 23.Earn a special prize if you guess correctly!Please note: This mission will only be available through September 10th. The next episode of The Great American Read will air on Tuesday, September 11 at 8:00pm.

Investigative Intern
Adult 2020 Summer Reading

Investigative journalists dig deep to work to expose the world of crimes, corruption, and more. Use your investigative skills to determine whether these facts are true or false. Dig deep and see what you can uncover!

Listen to a funny, smart, or scientific Podcast!
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Try a Podcast like one of these!All of these are easily accessed through smart phone, tablet, or computer, so get ready for hours of entertainment and even some learning opportunities. Most are even free!Story Time   This podcast consists of 20-minute whimsical stories published every two weeks by bedtime.fm. Ages 2-13.But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids   How many times a day do we parents hear that question? This podcast lets kids ask away (Why is ice slippery? Why do we have nightmares?) and provides actual comprehensive answers (not "just because!").Smash Boom Best   This virtual debate show pits topics (from pizza vs. tacos to piranhas vs. Venus flytraps), and listeners can take part by voting online.Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: The Podcast   Based on the popular book Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, this podcast tells entertaining stories about admirable and inspiring women.  Myths & Legends   M&L goes in-depth to explore the real-life inspiration behind some of the world's most popular mythical and legendary characters. The Anthropecene Reviewed    Sometimes a #1 best selling young adult author also makes an engaging podcast host! If you have ever wondered what John Green (The Fault in Our Stars) thinks about an ecclectic variety of life topics, now you can find out.Gen-Z Media Podcasts   This tween/teen podcast paradise includes MP staff recommended picks Pants on Fire (think "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me" for kiddos), The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian, and Tumble- Science Podcast for Kids to name a few. Definitely a treasure trove of podcast content to listen to for days on end.Stuff You Missed in History Class   Tweens and teens can expand their minds with this engaging podcast that highlights historical events that might not be included in the average history class. 

Music Journalist
Young Adult Reading Program

A music journalist reviews albums and concerts, reports on music news, and interviews musicians. They can work online, through print news resources, or broadcast on television, radio, or podcasts. Try your hand at being a music journalist and answer these questions about an album or artist!

Name That Musical
Young Adult Reading Program

Can you name the musical that each song is from? Do your best! 

Name That Song
Young Adult Reading Program

Don't you hate it when someone mentions a classic song, and they are convinced that it's called something you know it isn't? This quiz is for you. Using just the artist and a lyric; Name That Song!

NASA: 60 Years and Counting
Teen 2019 CSLP

On October 1st, 2019, NASA will be celebrating its 60th birthday! For over six decades, NASA has brought the world an amazing number of bold missions in science, aviation, and human exploration. Watch these 8 videos to learn more about NASA and their accomplishments over these past six decades!

NASA: 60 Years and Counting
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On October 1st, 2019, NASA will be celebrating its 60th birthday! For over six decades, NASA has brought the world an amazing number of bold missions in science, aviation, and human exploration. Watch these 8 videos to learn more about NASA and their accomplishments over these past six decades!

NASA: 60 Years and Counting
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On October 1st, 2019, NASA will be celebrating its 60th birthday! For over six decades, NASA has brought the world an amazing number of bold missions in science, aviation, and human exploration. Watch these 8 videos to learn more about NASA and their accomplishments over these past six decades!

NASA: 60 Years and Counting
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On October 1st, 2019, NASA will be celebrating its 60th birthday! For over six decades, NASA has brought the world an amazing number of bold missions in science, aviation, and human exploration. Watch these 8 videos to learn more about NASA and their accomplishments over these past six decades!

Reader Review 1
Fall into Reading Program

Tell us about the book you read! Click HERE to print a Reader Review! Write or Draw your response. Click on "Go To Mission" to complete your review, or bring it to the library and we will hang it up for others to see!

Reader Review 2
Fall into Reading Program

Tell us about the book you read! Click HERE to print a Reader Review! Write or Draw your response. Click on "Go To Mission" to complete your review, or bring it to the library and we will hang it up for others to see!

Reader Review 3
Fall into Reading Program

Tell us about the book you read! Click HERE to print a Reader Review! Write or Draw your response. Click on "Go To Mission" to complete your review, or bring it to the library and we will hang it up for others to see!

Reader Review 4
Fall into Reading Program

Tell us about the book you read! Click HERE to print a Reader Review! Write or Draw your response. Click on "Go To Mission" to complete your review, or bring it to the library and we will hang it up for others to see!

Reader Review 5
Fall into Reading Program

Tell us about the book you read! Click HERE to print a Reader Review! Write or Draw your response. Click on "Go To Mission" to complete your review, or bring it to the library and we will hang it up for others to see!

Reading Around
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Books can take you around the world and back, even if you're only in your backyard! Show us all the fun and exciting places you read by taking a picture everywhere you take your book. Get out and read! *Please note your pictures will only visible to library staff

Reading Log 1
Early Childhood 2020 Summer Reading

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! When you are done, go to Reading Log 2! 

Reading Log 1
Fall into Reading Program

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read!Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! When you are done, go to Reading Log 2! 

Reading Log 2
Early Childhood 2020 Summer Reading

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! When you are done, go to Reading Log 3! 

Reading Log 2
Fall into Reading Program

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! When you are done, go to Reading Log 3! 

Reading Log 3
Early Childhood 2020 Summer Reading

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! When you are done, go to Reading Log 4! 

Reading Log 3
Fall into Reading Program

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! When you are done, go to Reading Log 4! 

Reading Log 4
Early Childhood 2020 Summer Reading

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! When you are done, go to Reading Log 5! 

Reading Log 4
Fall into Reading Program

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! When you are done, go to Reading Log 5! 

Reading Log 5
Early Childhood 2020 Summer Reading

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! Great job! You have completed the Summer Reading Program! 

Reading Log 5
Fall into Reading Program

Click HERE to print your reading log! Color in a circle for every 15 minutes you read! Each row is 1 hour of reading! The whole page is 20 hours! Great job! You have completed the Summer Reading Program! 

Share Your Story
Early Childhood 2020 Summer Reading

Little ones have active imaginations! Have your child tell you a story and fill in the questions below based on the story they told you.

Story-time
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Read the short story below and answer the questions.Jack, Betty, and Matt love the fall season. They like jumping into the pile of leaves. Jack likes the pretty colors. Betty likes to make a big pile with the leaves. Matt likes to hide in the leaves.

Visit a Virtual Aquarium
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Visit a Virtual Aquarium like one of these!Daniel Botelho IGTV: Experience going no-cage diving with a school of Great White Sharks on this National Geographic wildlife photographer’s IGTV channel.Georgia Aquarium: Have a look under the sea with live cams.Loggerhead Marinelife Center: Monday through Friday they will be streaming live from the sea turtle hospital.Monterey Bay Aquarium: Dive underwater with livestreams of sharks, sea otters, jellyfish, and turtles.National Aquarium: Explore winding, sea life-filled floors with this virtual tour of the aquarium.New England Aquarium: This Boston-based aquarium is serving up a schedule of animal feedings, tours on Facebook Live.Ocean Ramsey IGTV: This “sharfluencer,” is sharing her adventures on her IGTV channel.

Visit a Virtual Aquarium
Adult 2020 Summer Reading

Visit a Virtual Aquarium like one of these!Daniel Botelho IGTV: Experience going no-cage diving with a school of Great White Sharks on this National Geographic wildlife photographer’s IGTV channel.Georgia Aquarium: Have a look under the sea with live cams.Loggerhead Marinelife Center: Monday through Friday they will be streaming live from the sea turtle hospital.Monterey Bay Aquarium: Dive underwater with livestreams of sharks, sea otters, jellyfish, and turtles.National Aquarium: Explore winding, sea life-filled floors with this virtual tour of the aquarium.New England Aquarium: This Boston-based aquarium is serving up a schedule of animal feedings, tours on Facebook Live.Ocean Ramsey IGTV: This “sharfluencer,” is sharing her adventures on her IGTV channel.

Visit a Virtual Aquarium
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Visit a Virtual Aquarium like one of these!Daniel Botelho IGTV: Experience going no-cage diving with a school of Great White Sharks on this National Geographic wildlife photographer’s IGTV channel.Georgia Aquarium: Have a look under the sea with live cams.Loggerhead Marinelife Center: Monday through Friday they will be streaming live from the sea turtle hospital.Monterey Bay Aquarium: Dive underwater with livestreams of sharks, sea otters, jellyfish, and turtles.National Aquarium: Explore winding, sea life-filled floors with this virtual tour of the aquarium.New England Aquarium: This Boston-based aquarium is serving up a schedule of animal feedings, tours on Facebook Live.Ocean Ramsey IGTV: This “sharfluencer,” is sharing her adventures on her IGTV channel.

Visit a Virtual Museum!
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Love to EXPLORE? Just because we are at home does not mean we can't experience something new! Visit a Virtual Museum like the ones here https://www.timeout.com/travel/virtual-museum-tours or find another around the world!

Visit a Virtual Museum!
Adult 2020 Summer Reading

Love to EXPLORE? Just because we are at home does not mean we can't experience something new! Visit a Virtual Museum like the ones here https://www.timeout.com/travel/virtual-museum-tours or find another around the world!

Visit a Virtual Museum!
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Love to EXPLORE? Just because we are at home does not mean we can't experience something new! Visit a Virtual Museum like the ones here https://www.timeout.com/travel/virtual-museum-tours or find another around the world!

Visit a Virtual Zoo
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Visit a Virtual Zoo like one of these!Atlanta Zoo: VIsit the dedicated panda cam.Cincinnati Zoo: Pull up the zoo’s Facebook page every day at 3 p.m. EST. All of the safaris will also be posted to the zoo’s website and on their YouTube page for later viewing.Houston Zoo: Watch webcams focused on gorillas, giraffes, rhinos, elephants, leafcutter ants and more.Oregon Zoo: Watch daily videos on Facebook page of different animals.San Diego Zoo: Watch a number of different live cams monitoring furry and feathered friends.

Visit a Virtual Zoo
Adult 2020 Summer Reading

Visit a Virtual Zoo like one of these!Atlanta Zoo: VIsit the dedicated panda cam.Cincinnati Zoo: Pull up the zoo’s Facebook page every day at 3 p.m. EST. All of the safaris will also be posted to the zoo’s website and on their YouTube page for later viewing.Houston Zoo: Watch webcams focused on gorillas, giraffes, rhinos, elephants, leafcutter ants and more.Oregon Zoo: Watch daily videos on Facebook page of different animals.San Diego Zoo: Watch a number of different live cams monitoring furry and feathered friends.

Visit a Virtual Zoo
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Visit a Virtual Zoo like one of these!Atlanta Zoo: VIsit the dedicated panda cam.Cincinnati Zoo: Pull up the zoo’s Facebook page every day at 3 p.m. EST. All of the safaris will also be posted to the zoo’s website and on their YouTube page for later viewing.Houston Zoo: Watch webcams focused on gorillas, giraffes, rhinos, elephants, leafcutter ants and more.Oregon Zoo: Watch daily videos on Facebook page of different animals.San Diego Zoo: Watch a number of different live cams monitoring furry and feathered friends.

Visit an International Landmark
Adult 2020 Summer Reading

Visit an International Landmark like one of these!Doge’s Palace, Italy: Google Arts and Culture offers a virtual tour of a 14th-century palace.Galapagos Islands: Embark on a guided video tour of the incredible wildlife and culture of the Galapagos with National Geographic Expeditions.Great Barrier Reef, Australia: Swim through Australia’s Great Barrier Reef with the help of several David Attenborough-narrated videos and an educational, interactive map.Great Wall of China: Take a virtual tour of one of the Seven Wonders of the World with The China Guide and explore its most visited sections.Hang Son Doong, Vietnam: Take a 360 degree adventure through the world’s largest cave, located in Vietnam, with National Geographic.Johnson Space Center, USA: Boeing and Discovery Education take viewers on a virtual field trip through this space center.National Parks, USA: 113 virtual tours of National Park Service locations are available on Google Arts and Culture.NYC Street Art Murals, USA: Explore nine of the most vibrant and unique street art murals across New York City with this virtual tour.Tower Bridge, England: This famous London bridge isn’t going down anytime soon — and you can explore it virtually.White House, USA: Google Arts and Culture has virtual tours of several of the presidential spaces.The Gardens of Versailles, France: Choose your own adventure and virtually explore the famously over-the-top royal gardens of King Louis XIV.

Visit an International Landmark
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Visit an International Landmark like one of these!Doge’s Palace, Italy: Google Arts and Culture offers a virtual tour of a 14th-century palace.Galapagos Islands: Embark on a guided video tour of the incredible wildlife and culture of the Galapagos with National Geographic Expeditions.Great Barrier Reef, Australia: Swim through Australia’s Great Barrier Reef with the help of several David Attenborough-narrated videos and an educational, interactive map.Great Wall of China: Take a virtual tour of one of the Seven Wonders of the World with The China Guide and explore its most visited sections.Hang Son Doong, Vietnam: Take a 360 degree adventure through the world’s largest cave, located in Vietnam, with National Geographic.Johnson Space Center, USA: Boeing and Discovery Education take viewers on a virtual field trip through this space center.National Parks, USA: 113 virtual tours of National Park Service locations are available on Google Arts and Culture.NYC Street Art Murals, USA: Explore nine of the most vibrant and unique street art murals across New York City with this virtual tour.Tower Bridge, England: This famous London bridge isn’t going down anytime soon — and you can explore it virtually.White House, USA: Google Arts and Culture has virtual tours of several of the presidential spaces.The Gardens of Versailles, France: Choose your own adventure and virtually explore the famously over-the-top royal gardens of King Louis XIV.

Visit an International Landmark
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Visit an International Landmark like one of these!Doge’s Palace, Italy: Google Arts and Culture offers a virtual tour of a 14th-century palace.Galapagos Islands: Embark on a guided video tour of the incredible wildlife and culture of the Galapagos with National Geographic Expeditions.Great Barrier Reef, Australia: Swim through Australia’s Great Barrier Reef with the help of several David Attenborough-narrated videos and an educational, interactive map.Great Wall of China: Take a virtual tour of one of the Seven Wonders of the World with The China Guide and explore its most visited sections.Hang Son Doong, Vietnam: Take a 360 degree adventure through the world’s largest cave, located in Vietnam, with National Geographic.Johnson Space Center, USA: Boeing and Discovery Education take viewers on a virtual field trip through this space center.National Parks, USA: 113 virtual tours of National Park Service locations are available on Google Arts and Culture.NYC Street Art Murals, USA: Explore nine of the most vibrant and unique street art murals across New York City with this virtual tour.Tower Bridge, England: This famous London bridge isn’t going down anytime soon — and you can explore it virtually.White House, USA: Google Arts and Culture has virtual tours of several of the presidential spaces.The Gardens of Versailles, France: Choose your own adventure and virtually explore the famously over-the-top royal gardens of King Louis XIV.

Week 1 Stem Challenge: Build a Bed for Goldilocks!
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Using a variety of crafting materials, you have at home, create a new bed for Goldilocks so she won’t need to use the bears’ bed! Click HERE to watch the video on July 2nd for ideas!

Week 1 Stem Challenge: Build a Bed for Goldilocks!
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Using a variety of crafting materials, you have at home, create a new bed for Goldilocks so she won’t need to use the bears’ bed! Click HERE to watch the video on July 2nd for ideas!

Week 1 Stem Challenge: Build a Bed for Goldilocks!
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Using a variety of crafting materials, you have at home, create a new bed for Goldilocks so she won’t need to use the bears’ bed! Click HERE to watch the video on July 2nd for ideas!

Week 2 Stem Challenge: Build a Greek Labyrinth!
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Can you make your own labyrinth out of Legos or other materials you have at home? Click HERE to watch the video on July 9th for ideas!

Week 2 Stem Challenge: Build a Greek Labyrinth!
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Can you make your own labyrinth out of Legos or other materials you have at home? Click HERE to watch the video on July 9th for ideas!

Week 3 Stem Challenge: Make it Float!
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Can you make your raft or boat that floats in water? Use materials at home and don’t let it sink!  Click HERE to watch the video on July 16th for ideas!

Week 3 Stem Challenge: Make it Float!
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Can you make your raft or boat that floats in water? Use materials at home and don’t let it sink!  Click HERE to watch the video on July 16th for ideas!

Week 4 Stem Challenge: Edible Structures!
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Who doesn't love working with food? Use snacks to create strong structures! Click HERE to watch the video on July 23rd for ideas!

Week 4 Stem Challenge: Edible Structures!
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Who doesn't love working with food? Use snacks to create strong structures! Click HERE to watch the video on July 23rd for ideas!

Week 5 Stem Challenge: Problem Solver!
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

There are so many mysteries that need solving! Can you design and create a useful tool that solves a problem?  Click HERE to watch the video on July 30th for ideas!

Week 5 Stem Challenge: Problem Solver!
Kids Summer Reading 2020

There are so many mysteries that need solving! Can you design and create a useful tool that solves a problem?  Click HERE to watch the video on July 30th for ideas!

Week 6 Stem Challenge: Design a New Creature!
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Design and build a new creature! It can be brand new or a version of something that already exists. Click HERE to watch the video on August 6th for ideas!

Week 6 Stem Challenge: Design a New Creature!
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Design and build a new creature! It can be brand new or a version of something that already exists. Click HERE to watch the video on August 6th for ideas!

Week 7 Stem Challenge: Make Your Own Cardboard Cas
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

This week, we will make our very own castle with items like cardboard, paper rolls, and other recyclables! Click HERE to watch the video on August 13th for ideas!

Week 7 Stem Challenge: Make Your Own Cardboard Cas
Kids Summer Reading 2020

This week, we will make our very own castle with items like cardboard, paper rolls, and other recyclables! Click HERE to watch the video on August 13th for ideas!

Week 8 Stem Challenge: Superhero Coding Game
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Design and build your own superhero coding game and start playing right away! No need for a computer! Click HERE to watch the video on August 20th for ideas!

Week 8 Stem Challenge: Superhero Coding Game
Kids Summer Reading 2020

Design and build your own superhero coding game and start playing right away! No need for a computer! Click HERE to watch the video on August 20th for ideas!

Writer's Block
Teen 2020 Summer Reading

Every writer has moments when their mind goes blank. It can be frustrating and annoying when you really want to write something, but just don’t know where to start. Use the following activities to help you turn that blank page into an unforgettable story!

Space is Neat
Teen 2019 CSLP

True or False. Are these space facts true? Or simply made up? Take a guess. You have a 50/50 chance of being right!Type true or false into the completion box for each fact listed.

Space is Neat
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True or False. Are these space facts true? Or simply made up? Take a guess. You have a 50/50 chance of being right!Type true or false into the completion box for each fact listed.

Space is Neat
All Programs

True or False. Are these space facts true? Or simply made up? Take a guess. You have a 50/50 chance of being right!Type true or false into the completion box for each fact listed.

Name That Planet
All Programs

There used to be nine planets in our solar system, and now there are only eight! Think you can guess which of the eight planets are left? Using the provided clues, guess the correct planet and type your answer below each one. Only correct answers count, so keep trying and name that planet!No need to worry if you guess wrong - you have an unlimited number of guesses for each planet!