Douglas County Libraries is buzzing with excitement as its annual Summer Reading celebration returns. Don’t Bug Me, I’m Reading invites readers of all ages to turn the page on adventure, discovery and community impact from May 31 to July 31.
Things To Know
- Registration is now open here.
- The official kickoff is on Saturday, May 31.
- All registered participants will be entered into Bug Out of Town prize drawings for a $500 Southwest Airlines gift card. Three winners will be drawn in August.
- Participants also receive other prizes for signing up, like discounted Colorado Rapids and Colorado Rockies tickets for select games, plus reading logs and a special, limited-edition gift at a May 31 kickoff, while supplies last.
- The special gift is available only on May 31 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at any DCL location.
- Finishing prizes are available beginning June 2, while supplies last.
Learn more and register today!
Buzzy Summer Events
Mark your calendars! Douglas County Libraries plans to keep your family buzzy.... errr, I mean BUSY... all summer long! Most events require registration.
Find the list of events and registration links here!
Outdoor Movie Night
Summer Reading includes a number of bug-themed programs and events for all ages, including Outdoor Movie Night on the Aloha Plaza East at DCL’s Castle Rock location on Saturday, June 21. Guests will enjoy crafts, popcorn, beverages and an outdoor screening of Bee Movie (PG), sponsored by Aloha Fund.
Help Your School Win
Douglas County K-12 students can help their schools earn a $500 prize just by signing up to read. The schools at each level with the most sign-ups receive the prize donation courtesy of Douglas County Libraries Foundation.
Community Goal
- Don’t Bug Me, I’m Reading participants of all ages can also log their reading time to help meet this year’s community goal of 10 million minutes read.
- If the goal is met, Douglas County Libraries Foundation will donate $1,000 to the Colorado Agricultural Leadership Foundation, a Castle Rock nonprofit whose mission is to connect people of all ages and abilities to agriculture through educational programs, community projects, and leadership opportunities.
Learn more and register today!
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