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SUMMER READING
2011
Read a New Way.READ EVERY DAY. Summer reading keeps your mind sharp and helps young
readers avoid the “summer slump.” We encourage you to challenge yourself to read your way through the summer!
June 1-August 13Here are a few practical and creative ways you can be a part of the Summer Reading Challenge:
Richland County Public LibrarymyRCPL.com/summer
If you’re an adult reader, go find your favorite children’s books
and get reacquainted.
Let the book do the talking. Listen to a book on disc or Playaway from
the great collection at your public library.
Read a vintage cookbook. The recipes may scare and delight you!
Turn off the tube. Instead of watching summer reruns,
try a night of reading with friends and
family.
If you’re a kid, add a list of your favorite summer
books to your reading passport.
Read outside. Porch swings and picnic blankets
go great with books of all kinds.
What comes to mind when you think of summer? For me, I think of summer rainstorms.
Yes, rainstorms. You see, my parents and grandparents grew acres of vegetables during
the summers of my youth. My grandmother Carrie would preserve these vegetables for
the winter months, feeding many families with glass jars full of green beans, corn and her
simple delicious soup. I remember some summers that would languish without rain and
we’d worry about the crops. My mother would work to keep the soil moist with buckets
of water and earnest hope. Even as a child who didn’t understand all of the implications
of a few weeks without rain, I could feel what it meant. The rain meant growth. The rain
kept the world green. The rain was the dear companion of the summer sun.
What helped keep our spirits alive during those dry summer times were stories. Some
were stories we shared quietly like the ones my sister made up for me as we swayed on
my Uncle Robert’s porch swing. Others were family histories that ranged from anecdotal
minutia to the morose (true ghost stories!). What could have made it better? Books. More
books. It’s that simple. At that time there was little focus on the importance of students reading through the summer months in the small Ap-
palachian town where I lived. The public library there was a relatively new entity and had not been able to reach into the hollows and hills of
the communities tucked far away. How much more exciting and story-filled would those long summer days have been if we’d had stacks of
library books around the house!
I like to imagine there will be stacks and stacks of books in homes all over Richland County this summer. This is what our summer reading chal-
lenge is all about. Join us at the library for challenging (and fun) ways to fill your life with books, stories, reading and learning. You’ll also see
that the library offers opportunities throughout the summer to both share and create new memories. Challenge yourself to read something
new. Challenge yourself to have fun with books. Challenge yourself to step into the deep thoughts and memories of others during the sum-
mer months. Your library will be tracking right along with you as we challenge ourselves to offer more creative ways to engage you. Let’s start
making summer memories together!
SUMMER: The Importance of Reading and RainstormsTony Tallent | Director of Literacy and Learning
How toSIGN UP
1. Stop by any RCPL location.
2. Tell a librarian that you are ready to challenge yourself to read every day and read a new way this summer.
3. Start reading!
Read To Me Children too young to read can participate in the Read to Me program by having others read to them and completing 10 reading moments.
ChildrenChildren who are reading on their own up to age 12 can join this program.
Teens & AdultsTeens and adults can participate in their own speciallly crafted programs.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMS
Summer Reading Challenge Kick-Off Celebration Stop by The Link and sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge.
Enter to win special prizes just for signing up on the first day!
Wednesday, June 1, The Link, Ballentine
One World, Many Stories Summer Reading Kick Off Party Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge, enjoy stories and games
from around the world, learn about exciting programs for the sum-
mer, and more!
3 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, Cooper Branch
Summer Reading Kick-Off! Join Tanya, the balloon maker, as she kick off our Summer Reading
Program with some balloon twisting fun.
11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 4, Wheatley Branch
Summer Reading Challenge Celebrations Join Richland County Public Library as we celebrate summer reading with the following programs.Bright Star TheatreCelebrate world cultures, literature and the art of African storytelling
with Aliki and The Bright Star Touring Theatre as she shares exciting
tales traditionally passed down by word of mouth.
10 a.m., Monday, June 16, North Main Branch
Taradiddle PlayersTarradiddle Players Children’s Theatre from Charlotte brings Laura
Numeroff’s picture book If You Take a Mouse to School to life.
11 a.m., Wednesday, June 8, Children’s Room, Main3 p.m., Wednesday, June 8, Southeast Regional
Sarah DippityFollow Sarah Dippity on a hilarious, fun-filled trip around the world
with magic, storytelling and puppets the whole way!
11 a.m., Tuesday, June 14, St. Andrews Regional11 a.m., Friday, July 29, Children’s Room, Main
Pork Chop ProductionsPork Chop Productions presents a fanciful adaptation of the classic
folk tale, The Bremen Town Musicians. Enjoy the live music and
audience participation with your family and friends.
11 a.m., Saturday, June18, Cooper Branch10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 7, Sandhills Branch
Red Herring PuppetsJoin the renowned Ashville Company Red Herring Puppets as they
bring the timeless Aesop’s Fables to life.
10:30 a.m., Monday, June 27, Sandhills Branch2 p.m., Monday, June 27, North Main Branch
Grey Seal PuppetsPerforming nationally for 30 years, the Grey Seal Puppets present
A Tangle of Tales. Three favorite folk tales from around the world
come to life with a touch of the familiar and a taste of the new.
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 29, Southeast Regional2:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 29, Northeast Regional
Pantasia Steel Band Cruise around the Carribean with the steel drums of Pantaisa. Enjoy
exciting Calypso and Reggae music outside and view some
island art.
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 6, Blythewood Branch
Mr. RichardStoryteller and songwriter Mr. Richard plays lively children’s music
with an attitude. His clever lyrics and bluesy style will have the entire
family rockin’ along.
10 a.m., Wednesday, July 20, Wheatley Branch3 p.m., Wednesday, July 20, Cooper Branch
NiA presents The Three Billy Goats Gruff Find out what happens when three billy goat brothers meet one
hungry troll.
11 a.m., Saturday, July 30, St. Andrews Regional
Summer Reading Wrap-Up Party for all ages
Wrap up the summer with music, fun and prizes for the whole family.
Bring your beach chairs and join us for an outdoor concert featuring
nationally known children’s rock sensation Lunch Money. For more
information, call 776-0855.
6:30 – 8 p.m., Saturday, August 13, Southeast Regional
Challenge YourselfGear up for the Summer Reading Challenge with...Double Dare You for adults
Who says you can’t? Who says you won’t? You’ve been chal-
lenged! Take the reading challenge; you can set your own. Just
come to the North Main Branch Library and put it in writing.
On you mark (June 1st), get set, go! Every finish gets a reward.
June 1 – August 13, North Main Branch
Summer Reading Challenge: Explore Poetry for adults
Come hear Dr. Jennifer Pournelle, archaeologist and winner of the
South Carolina Poetry Book Prize, as she reads from her book of po-
ems “Excavations” inspired by her recent archaeological work and
travels in Iraq.
6 p.m., Wednesday, August 10, Walker Local History Room, Main
Challenge EVENTS SUMMER READING
Eat Smart and Move More for ages 6 – 12 *
Join Ms. Johnese Bostic with Eat Smart, Move More of SC and learn
how to make healthy food choices and get moving.
2:30 p.m., Thursdays, June 16 and June 30, North Main Branch
Learn a New LanguageHablamos: Spanish Conversation Club for adults and teens
Learning Spanish? Yo lo hablas? Enjoy an hour of some relaxed
Spanish chit chat.
6:30-7:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Jun1 and 15, July 6 and 20
Southeast Regional, Meeting Room
Bilingual Storytimes for families
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays in both English and
Spanish.
11 a.m., Saturday, June 4, Northeast Regional3 p.m., Wednesday, June 15, The Link, Ballentine10:30 a.m., Monday June 20, Children’s Room, Main
Basic Spanish for adults *
Learn basic conversational Spanish with local teacher
Lindsay Wolfe.
6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, June 7 – July 12 , Southeast Regional
Explore Our WorldOne World, Many Stories for ages 6 – 12 *
Pack your bags because we’re traveling this summer. Join us
as we tour the world through language, stories and crafts.
• Wheatley Branch10 a.m., Fridays, June 3 – July 22
• Southeast Regional11 a.m., Saturday, June 4
• St. Andrews Regional3:30 p.m., Thursday, June 9
• The Link, Ballentine 11 a.m., Satudays, June 11, July 9, and August 6
• Blythewood Branch3 p.m., Saturday, June 11
• Blythewood Branch3 p.m., Tuesdays, June 14 and July 19
• Cooper Branch3:30 p.m., Thursday, June 16 and 30, July 14 and 28
• Blythewood Branch 3 p.m., Thursdays, June 23, July 14, August 4
• Blythewood Branch
3 p.m., Wednesday, June 29 and July 27
• North Main Branch3 p.m., Saturdays, August 6 and August 13
Painting Around the World for ages 6 – 12 *
Explore painting from different countries and create your own
with Jackie Humphries from Tag It – Children’s Art Studio. Dress
for a mess!
3:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 8, Cooper Branch
Romp Around the World! for ages 6 – 12
Solve a puzzle, play some games, draw a picture, learn what to
do when it rains! Come join us for games, puzzles and crafts from
around the world.
3 p.m., Thursdays, June 9, June 23, July 7, July 21, August 4, and Au-
gust 18, Southeast Regional
Armchair Traveler for adults
Escape the summer heat and travel to destinations across the globe
from the comfort of a library chair. Seasoned travelers will share their
travel experiences and pictures, and offer handy travel tips. Enjoy
light refreshments and get inspiration for your next vacation.
3 p.m., Saturdays, June 11, July 9 and July 30, Southeast Regional
Try Something NewContainers for Kids for ages 6 – 12
Learn how to plant your own container garden (and one
for the library) during this interactive workshop.
3 p.m., Wednesday, June 8, Northeast Regional
Reel RCPL Young Filmmakers Series for teens*
Everwanttomakeafilm,buthavenoideawhere
tostart?Letexpertsinthefieldguideyouontheart
andtechniqueaswellasthenutsandboltsoffilm-
making in preparation for the REEL RCPL: A Young
Artists Showcase submission deadline of July 16.
Events will be held in multiple locations:
6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 24 – Sandhills
3 p.m., Saturday, May 28 – Southeast
3:30 – 5:30 p.m., Friday, June 3 – Northeast
3 p.m., Saturday, June 18 – Southeast
6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 21 – Sandhills
7 p.m., Thursday, June 30 – St. Andrews
3:30 – 5:30 p.m., Friday, July 1 – Northeast
A YOUNG ARTISTS
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showcase6:30 - 8 p.m., Friday, August 5
Bostick Auditorum, Main
TEENS!
Learn about the art of the Japanese tea ceremony and experience
the beauty of this ancient tradition.
3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 18 | Main
Japanese Tea Ceremony for teens
Have you ever asked someone to name a favorite picture book? Not only do
kids love picture books, parents, teens—the whole family loves them! We’ve
created an easy way for families and individuals to share their favorite picture
books with one another in a casual and welcoming setting. Let’s talk about the
picture books that still capture our imaginations together! We’ll also share some
of the best in brand new picture books with you.
We’ll provide pizza and soft drinks, so there’s no need to rush to have dinner
first! Come as you are, bring your favorite picture book or simply join us in the
conversations.
This is a new program of the library’s Community Outreach Department and
support’s the library’s commitment to the Eau Claire Promise Zone.
Family Picture Book Club
Sewing 101 for ages 9 – 17 *
Basic sewing class, make a pillow for your bedroom.
Supplies provided.
3 p.m., Thursdays, July 14, July 28, August 11 and August 25
North Main Branch
Blueprints to Photos for ages 9 – adult *
Learn about early photographic processes and make
your own cyanotype prints.
3 p.m., Thursday, July 21, Northeast Regional Rain date: 3 p.m., Friday, July 22
Basket Weaving for adults
Learn the artistry of basket weaving.
11 a.m., Mondays, August 1 – 29, North Main Branch
How Yoga Can Reduce Stress in Your Life! for adults *
Is stress robbing your happiness from home or work? Learn how
you can restore your mind, body and spirit and feel renewed!
Gigi Garzon Dommers, a certified yoga instructor with Pillars of
Grace, will demonstrate stretches and relaxation techniques,
some, that can be done in your chair!
12:30 – 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 3, Northeast Regional
Graphic Novel Summit Join your fellow Graphic Novel “Graphicionados” for an informal
conversation about favorite titles, heroes, villains, writers, and art-
ists. Special Secret Surprise Guest Facilitator Expert will be there.
3 p.m., Saturday, August 20, Southeast Regional
Express YourselfTeen Writing Club for teens
This is a forum for people who love to write. Whether it’s
poetry, stories, or song lyrics, join fellow writers for a no
pressure experience.
6:30 – 7:30 p.m., June 6, June 20, July 4, July 18 and August 1
Southeast Regional
Poetry Workshop and Open Mic for teens
Calling all poets, singers and teens with something to say!
Practice your skills with poet Margo Stewart and then hit
the stage.
3:30 p.m., Saturday, July 9, Main
MoneyLunchDiscover the sounds of Lunch Money, the nationally
known children’s indie rock band, as they play songs
from their latest album, “Original Friend.” Find out more
at lunchmoneymusic.com.
New!
music!
5 - 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 145 - 6 p.m., Thursday, July 21
10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 11 | Children’s Room, Main
for families
11 a.m., Tuesday, July 26 | Northeast Regional
North Main Branch
A YOUNG ARTISTS
Ten weeks worth of challenges that grow school readiness and fun! Each week is a new topic with a new challenge.
WEEKLY Challenge SUMMER READING
Week 1 | Books All Around!Reading to children on a daily basis is important. Thechallenge is to findthe time. This can be overcome by having books within reach. Having books everywhere leads to reading everyday.
Weekly Challenge: • Establish a reading corner with
at least two books per child on
a child accessible shelf!
• Make sure every child has a
book bag!
Week 2 | Nursery Rhymes How many nursery rhymes do you know? Can you think of eight of them? If a child knows eight nursery rhymes by heart by the time he is four, he will be among the best readers by the time he’s eight. Line up with Jack be Nimble by calling out the chil-dren’s names and having them jump over a faux candle or bean bag.
Weekly Challenge:• Learn two new nursery rhymes
and sing/say them until your
children know them by heart.
Week 3 | Home Sweet HomeBooks that relate to a child’s routine allow him to make connections with the world around him. Reading stories that focus on family are comforting and familiar to young children.
Weekly Challenge:• Read stories about families and
routine, and share stories about
your own children’s families.
Week 7 | Use Your Words!Use picture books to encourage chil-dren to narrate the story in their own words. Ask them open-ended ques-tions using Who, What, When, Where and How. There are no wrong an-swers. Open up a discussion about the book and allow the children to explore their language. It’s equally as important for a child to be able to talk about a book as it is to sit and listen quietly.
Weekly Challenge:• Instead of traditional readings
have your children tell their fa-
vorite stories by discussing what
is happening in the pictures.
Week 8| Traditional TalesBecome familiar with traditional stories such as Goldilocks and The Three Bears, The Three Pigs and The Three Billy Goats Gruff. These types of stories have simple yet memorable characters and rep-etition. Children love to retell these tales, even if their version is saying, “I’ll huff and I’ll puff!” over and over again. It all leads to being able to tell a story which leads to higher reading and writing skills later on.
Weekly Challenge:• Make paper bag puppets
and re-tell Goldilocks and
the Three Bears or another
favorite traditional tale.
Week 9 | All around the WorldShare stories about children and fam-ilies in faraway places. Your children will notice the differences and similar-ities between themselves and people around the world. This is a great week to develop knowledge and empathy for others.
Weekly Challenge:• Share stories and songs from
other places and cultures. Find
someone that speaks a different
language or is knowledgeable
about
another country to share
with your children.
Take Note!PARENTS & TEACHERS
FIND OUT MORE AT myrcpl.com/summer
Ten weeks worth of challenges that grow school readiness and fun! Each week is a new topic with a new challenge.
Week 10 | Book MakingCreate books that contain pictures of your children’s favorite things or things you want to celebrate like all that you have done in the last 10 weeks. You can use photos, maga-zine cut-outs, drawings and memen-tos. For babies and toddlers, photos of the people, places and things in their life work best. These books are not only comforting: they make strong connections between the world and books.
Weekly Challenge:• Make an accordion book with
pictures of your children!
Week 4 | Animals!Identifying animals and their sounds is a skill children need upon entering Kindergarten. See how many animals your chil-dren can identify and how many sounds they know. They may iden-tify an elephant, but do they know what a camel is? Do they know the difference between a tiger and a lion? What sound does a chicken make? Is it different from the sound a goose makes?
Weekly Challenge:• Haveyourchildren learn five
new animals by sharing books
and songs.
Week 5 | ColorsWhat’s your favorite color? Skills can only develop if they are practiced. Reading books that introduce colors allows children to practice learning in a fun way.
Weekly Challenge:• Readfivecolorbooksfivetimes
each this week!
Week 6 | ABCsMake learning letters fun! Put away your flashcards andworksheets andexperiment with various books and hands-on activities to help children learn their alphabet. Knowing that letters are different from each other, knowing their names and sounds, and being able to recognize letters ev-erywhere in kindergarten is a strong predictor of reading ability in tenth grade.
Weekly Challenge:• Read one alphabet book each
daythisweek,searchoutthefirst
letter in each child’s name. Try
one of the hands-on activities.
PoetsPigskinGet your visors ready! Spurrier’s Gamecocks are taking the field at RCPL for a
morning of stories, games and autographs.
11 a.m., Friday, July 15 | Bostick Auditorium, Main
Lend a Hand This SummerThe library is looking for volunteers, rising 5th graders through high school students, for its
Summer Volunteer Program. Volunteers can apply at any branch location through May
28 and at the Main Library through July 6. Volunteers will help with programs, help main-
tain shelves, cut nametags and prepare materials for storytimes and perform special
projects.
Volunteers work one hour per week, Monday through Saturday throughout the summer
at any library location. We hope to see you this summer! To volunteer or for more infor-
mation, call 929-3436 or visit myRCPL.com/volunteer.
3 p.m. Saturdays, June 25, July 23 and August 12 | Sandhills Branch3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 25 | St. Andrews Regional3:30 p.m., Saturday, July 23 | St. Andrews Regional1 p.m., Friday, July 29 | Wheatley Branch2:30 p.m., Saturday, August 20 | North Main Branch3:30 p.m., Satuday, August 30 | St. Andrews Regional
Come celebrate completing the Summer Reading Challenge!
If you have completed your reading record and have not yet
received your medal, bring your record with you and you will
be presented a medal at the award ceremony. If you have re-
ceived your medal and would like to participate, please bring
your medal with you.
SUMMER READING CLUBAward Ceremonies