Summer Reading Kickoff

Program Type:

Social, Books & Writing

Age Group:

Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen, Adults, All Ages
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Event Details

📚 Menands Public Library

Summer Reading Program 2025

🎨 Color Our World

📆 Program Timeline

🗓 June 11 – September 10, 2025
📲 Online registration begins June 11 at
👉 http://menandslibraryny14.readsquared.com
Track your reading, complete fun challenges, and win prizes all summer long!

🎉 Kick-Off Event (In Person)

📍 Where: Menands Public Library
4 North Lyons Ave, Menands, NY 12204
🕙 When: Saturday, June 21, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🆓 No pre-registration required—just stop by!

🎪 Attractions at the Kick-Off

  • 🏰 Bouncy House
  • 🐴 Pony Rides
  • 🍦 Ice Cream
  • 🎭 Puppet Show
  • 🤲 Henna Art
  • 🎈 Balloons
  • 🍿 Snacks
  • 🎉 Fun surprises and giveaways!

📱 Follow us on Facebook for special reveals and updates!

🏆 Prizes & Awards

Read books, hit your goals, and win!

🥇 1st Place (per group): $25 gift card
🥈🥉🏅 2nd, 3rd & 4th Place: $10 gift cards

📚 Categories:

  • Pre-K (Ages 0–4)
  • Children (Ages 5–12)
  • Teens (Ages 13–17)
  • Adults (Ages 18–99)

💡 More readers = more winners, especially in the Children’s category!

💡 Why Participate?

✔ Supports families and educators in promoting literacy at home
✔ Helps prevent the “summer slide” and keeps students engaged
✔ Encourages a lifelong love of books and learning
✔ Offers a fun and meaningful way to spend summer break

📧 Questions?

📨 Email: Sherry@menandslibrary.org
📞 Phone: 518-463-2035
🌐 Visit: http://menandslibraryny14.readsquared.com