check it out Summer 2017 read I watch I listen I research I create I experience
Gear up for a summer of reading, learning, and fun! Join the Summer Learning Challenge and: read that book you’ve been meaning to check out, try a new hobby, or explore your passions. Challenge yourself and supercharge your summer!
How?
Join our community of readers and learners online at balibrary.org/ summer. Then read, write book reviews, attend classes or events, and complete other learning activities.
Track your points online to earn badges and prizes!
Who?
You’ll find challenges and goals tailored to Pre-Readers (Birth – Pre-K), Readers (K – 8), Teens, and Adults.
Why?
Kids who join the Summer Learning Challenge read, play, and stay curious all summer long. Summer learning leads to higher graduation rates and positive effects on children’s
self-esteem, confidence, and motivation. Adults, your brain benefits from reading and learning new things, too! Be a reading role model this summer.
All participants can help us
reach our community reading goal of 12,000 books this summer, when Barrington Bank and Trust will generously donate $1,000 to the Cuba Township and Barrington Township Food Pantries.
Summer Learning Challenge Kickoff Party Thursday, June 1, 4 – 6 PM
Family Science Fair
Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 – 8 PM All ages w/caregiver Drop in to explore hands-on activities and science fair projects presented by Barrington families. Everyone wins on this night of fun and learning. Meeting Room. Does your family love learning together? Want to be a part of this community science adventure? Find project ideas and register online at balibrary.org/science by June 21.
Mini Battle of the Books
Friday, August 11, 2 – 3:30 PM Grades 5 – 8
Meeting Room. Register. • Ready to battle? Form a team of up to six people. • Read the following three titles on next year’s Rebecca Caudill nominees list: Book Scavenger, A Night Divided, and Fuzzy Mud. • Be ready to answer questions based on the books. May the best team win!
Kids and families: celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer!
See inside for more events for children and families. Adult programs begin on page seven.