Library hosting a reading challenge

Celebrate the power of the written word by participating in the Solano County Library Reading Challenge from Wednesday to July 31.

Organizers say that continuing to read during the summer break is important for children, as it helps to ward off the summer slump.

The Solano County Reading Challenge is designed to help students track their reading activities and earn prizes in the process.

Beginning Wednesday, visit any Solano County Library branch to register for the reading program. Registrants will receive a Summer Reading Challenge passport and a book bag. Participants determine their summer reading goal by deciding how many passport activities they plan to complete during the summer. Each time an activity is completed, participants can return to the branch and get their passport stamped. When they complete the challenge, adults will earn a commemorative enamel pin while teens and children receive a book prize.

Everyone signed up for the Summer Reading Challenge is automatically entered into weekly prize drawings for movie passes, ferry passes, Jelly Belly gifts and Oakland A's tickets.

In addition to the passport reading activities, all Solano County Library branches will offer a series of fun and enriching programs. From magic shows and visits from reptiles, wild animals, petting zoos, and hula dancers to cooking demos and craft programs, Solano County Library branches have something for everyone.

Follow the Library's Facebook page: facebook. com/solanolibrary, Instagram page: Instagram. com/solanolibrary, and website: solanolibrary.com for more programs and information.