The All Together Now Summer Reading Program 2023 is upon us! 

Here are some common questions and answers to help you get started. We understand if you'd prefer to talk to us about the Summer Reading Program! If you have Summer Reading questions for a person ages 0-18, please email antoniabottoms@tcplibrary.org. If you're an adult with Summer Reading questions, please email keriburton@tcplibrary.org. You're also welcome to call Antonia Bottoms or Keri Burton at 270-465-2562 with any further questions.

What is the Summer Reading Program?

The Summer Reading Program (SRP) is a national library initiative that encourages everyone to read throughout summer. The theme "All Together Now" emphasizes that reading is for everyone regardless of age or experience or background! The Summer Reading Program encourages young people, 12th grade and under, to love reading and also prevents the "summer slide", a loss of skills they learned the previous year. Our hope at TCPL is that SRP will help all ages read more each week and participate in our fun special summer events!

What is this year’s theme?

The SRP 2023 theme is All Together Now.

When does Summer Reading run?

Patrons can track reading during the following dates: June 2 - July 15, 2023

What are your Summer Reading Program events?

Summer Reading Events Link

Summer Reading Kickoff Registration Events 

If I missed the Summer Reading Kickoffs, can I still register for Summer Reading?

Yes! Starting June 2 - July 15, patrons are welcome to register at http://tcplibrary.beanstack.org/ or through the Beanstack app and follow the prompts.

How do I register my whole family?

Adults, please register first, then add your kids to your account.

Who can participate?

All ages can participate. We have 4 age divisions:

  • Pre-K: age 0-5

    • Log the number of books read each week (number of books read will increase) to be entered to win weekly prizes

  • Children: age 6-11

    • Log your reading every week (increasing time requirements) to be entered to win weekly prizes.

  • Teen: age 12-18

    • Log your reading every week (increasing time requirements) to be entered to win weekly prizes.

  • Adult: age 18+

    • Log your reading every week (increasing time requirements) to be entered to win weekly prizes.

What do patrons get for participating?

While supplies last, patrons who register can pick up a Summer Reading goody bag tailored to their age group at the library any time between June 2nd and July 15. If you can, please join us for one of our kickoffs on June 2 or June 3! There will be weekly random door prize drawings for all reading log participants as well as a few other drawings throughout the summer.  

How will I know if I've won something?

We will contact you through the email address you provide when you register. We will also post our SRP winners on our TCPL social media accounts via @tcpublib on Facebook and Instagram.

How do I track my reading to enter to win for prizes?

Patrons can track reading on the Beanstack website (http://tcplibrary.beanstack.org/) or through the Beanstack app.

Summer Reading End Event

We are actively planning our celebration for the program and will get you the details soon!

Happy reading!

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