SUMMER READING
Our program runs Monday, June 26 through Sunday, August 20. There will be special prizes, programs, and incentives to keep readers engaged during the summer holiday. This summer, join the Library in exploring nature, wildlife, science, reading, music and more!
READING CHALLENGES
Little Readers Challenge (Babies-PreK)
Our little readers are challenged to complete 16 early learning activities. Earn a BINGO and you'll win a free book. Fill out your card and you'll win another free book AND you'll be entered into a drawing for our little readers prize basket!! To participate, sign up online using Beanstack or download beanstack app here. (Beanstack guide below).
Summer Reading Challenge (K-Gr 5)
Your challenge is to read 600 minutes over the next eight weeks! (That breaks down to reading just 15 min a day, 5 days a week.) You'll earn badges at each 100 minute mark, for writing reviews, and for completing challenges. Each badge earns you a ticket that you can enter into the drawing for the prize basket of your choice. To participate, sign up online using Beanstack or download beanstack app here. (Beanstack guide below).
Tween & Teen Reading Challenge (Gr. 6-12)
Your challenge is to read 600 minutes over the next eight weeks! (That breaks down to reading just 15 min a day, 5 days a week.) You'll earn badges at each 100 minute mark, for writing reviews, and for completing challenges. Each badge earns you a ticket that you can enter into the drawing for the prize basket of your choice. Happy reading! To participate, sign up online using Beanstack or download beanstack app here. (Beanstack guide below).
Adult Summer Reading Challenge
Brighten up your summer with reading! Log the minutes you read to earn badges throughout the challenge. Upon completion, you'll be entered to win a reader's prize basket!
To participate, sign up online using Beanstack or download beanstack app here. (Beanstack guide below).
Guide to Using Beanstack
We have a new online program for you, powered by Beanstack. Beanstack is a web and mobile application used to track your reading and activities. You will earn badges in addition to your prizes.
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Sign Up: Got to louttitlibrary.beanstack.org OR download the beanstack app here. Register an Individual or Family, or sign in if you have an account. When registering a family, you will enter adult sign-up information first, then add the reader sign-up information. Add all your family members from 0-18! You will see the Challenge for the reader you are signing up.
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Log Reading & Activities: Start logging your reading and activities! Using a web browser? Look in the top left corner for the log button. Who are you logging for? Reader’s name appears under Log button. Click on drop-down arrow to change reader. You can add another reader from here too.
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Earn Badges & Prizes: As readers work through their challenge, they’ll earn badges and tickets to collect prizes!
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Add your tickets to the drawing for the prize basket of your choice. (If applicable!)
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Good luck and happy reading!
The statewide Rhode Island Summer Reading Program is supported by the RI Office of Library and Information Services, with funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
LITTLE READER PROGRAMS
Outdoor Storytime | Mon @ 10:30 (Starting June 26)
Join Ms. Stephanie for stories, songs and bubbles! Recommended for ages 2-6, families welcome!
Messy Munchkins | Fri July 14, Aug 4 @ 10:30am
Each week we'll play with different supplies and materials to create art! Registration Required. (Ages 3+)
Rock A Baby | Fri, July 28 @ 10:30
Join the puppets Rhythm, Melody, Harmony, and the rest of the Rock-a-Baby crew for an interactive musical event perfect for babies, toddlers, and young children!
Fiddle 'N' Fun | Mon, Aug 7 @ 10:30am
Fiddle 'N' Fun is an interactive musical event that will have everyone singing and dancing! Recommended for ages 2-7, families welcome!
Trucks of West Greenwich | Thur, Aug 10 @ 11am
Check out all the trucks of West Greenwich! Families welcome.
Rain date: Tues, Aug 15 @ 11am
Storywalks | All summer long!
Check out the the trail behind the library and read a story as you walk. We'll update the stories through the summer.
Kids Take Home Craft: New crafts every Thursday! First come, first served. Ages 3+
Visit Youth Programs for more information on our programs!
Email louttitlibrarychildrens@gmail.com to register for a program.
KIDS PROGRAMS
Nature Crafts | Fri, July 7 @ 11:00am
We'll have a several stations with different nature themed crafts. Make one or make them all! For grades K+
STEM PROGRAMS
Explosive Science by MobileQuest| Tues, July 11 @ 11:00am
Make high flying rockets, explore explosive chemical reactions, and more! for grades 3-6. Registration Required.
Builder's Club | Wed, July 19 @ 11:00am
Join us for a building day. We'll provide building tools like Legos, magnetic tile blocks, straw constructors and more! For grades K+
NATURE AND SCIENCE PROGRAMS WITH DENISON PEQUOTSEPOS NATURE CENTER
For grades 2-5, registration required; to register, email Ms. Stephanie.
Amazing Adaptations | Thurs, July 13 @ 11:00am
Learn about how unique creatures adapted to their environments. We'll test adaptations like fur, feather and claws!
Sounds of Nature | Thurs, July 20 @ 11:00am
Meet animals who make interesting noises and learn how and why animals communicate with each other.
Animal Friends |Thurs, July 27@ 11:00am
Meet animal friends from DPNC and learn about conservation, outdoor etiquette and making a treat for animals in your yard!
Awesome Amphibians | Thurs, August 3 @ 11:00am
Learn about out slimy friends! Meet live frogs and learn why amphibians are important to the environment.
This series is supported by the RI Office of Library and Information Services, with funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
ART LABS
Join Ms. Kristen from The Creative Space to create cool art work! For grades 2-5. Registration required. To register, email Ms. Stephanie.
3-D Dinosaurs | Tues, July 18 @ 2 pm
Print Making | Tues, August 1 @ 2 pm
Paint Party |Tues, August 8 @ 2 pm
Visit Youth Programs for more information on our programs!
Email louttitlibrarychildrens@gmail.com to register for a program.
TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS
Art Lab with the Creative Space
Linoleum Print Making (Gr. 6+) |Tues, July 25 & Wed July 26 @ 2pm
Registration Required. (Note: This is a 2 part class!)
Tween Book Club (Gr 6-9) | Tues, Aug 22 @ 2:00 p.m.
We'll discuss A Soft Place to Land by Janae Marks Registration required.
Teen Take Homes (Gr 6+)
Take home a cool craft kit. First come, first served until supplies run out!
June 26: Sharpie Canvas Art
June 17: Mug Murals
Aug 7: Diamond Painting Kit
Visit Youth Programs for more information on our programs!
Email louttitlibrarychildrens@gmail.com to register for a program.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Backyard Bird Watching and Feeding*| Tues, July 18 @ 6:30
Learn how to choose from the different types of feeders and seed, and learn how bird biology and migration should factor into your feeding plans. We will also discuss what species you can expect to see in your backyard with identification tips and tricks.
Book & Film Club
Jaws, by Peter Benchley |Tues, July 25 at 6:30pm
Title TBD | Tues Aug 22 at 6:30
Adult Art Night
Diamond Painting |Tues, Aug 1 @ 6:30pm
Wildlife in Autumn*|Tues, August 8 @ 6:30pm
Autumn is a time of transition, as the days get shorter and the nights get colder our local wildlife begins to prepare for the upcoming winter. Learn more about how wildlife prepares for fall and meet some of our local wildlife, including a bird of prey.
Yoga for Seniors (For West Greenwich residents only!)
Mon @ 9am & Fri @ 10:30 am
Registration is required for ALL adult programs. To register, email louttitlibrary@gmail.com.
*This program is supported by the RI Office of Library and Information Services, with funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Summer Reading Program Support
The statewide Rhode Island Summer Reading Program is supported by the RI Office of Library and Information Services, with funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.