Library’s summer reading programs underway

The Prince George Public Library is kicking off its summer reading program this weekend – and adults are welcome too.

The adult summer challenge begins today 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.

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 experiencebased 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 from 1:30-3 p.m.