Summer Reading 2025
Summer Reading Kick-Offs
Sign up for Summer Reading at any of the events below.
- Dresden Branch Library — May 31
- Roseville Branch Library — June 2
- New Concord Branch Library — June 3
- Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library — June 4
- South Branch Library — June 5
- John McIntire Library with the Reading Festival at the Colony Square Mall — June 7
Quick Facts
- Pre-registration is open!
- Runs from June 1–July 31
- ALL AGES are welcome to participate
- Register and track your reading and activities online or through the Beanstack mobile app
- Read and complete activities to earn raffle tickets for awesome prizes
Welcome to the
MCLS 2025 Summer Reading Program!
All ages are invited to join us for another exciting summer of reading! Adults can participate on their own, and families are encouraged to enjoy books and activities together.
How it works:
Log minutes, books, activities, and reviews to earn points and unlock badges. You can log them all!
Each badge you earn gives you one ticket for the grand prize drawings. Special Milestone Badges are worth five tickets each. Add your tickets to the grand prize drawings of your choice.
Submit book reviews to earn even more, and your reviews might be featured on our social media pages!
Prizes
Log your reading and activities to earn raffle tickets for these Summer Reading Grand Prizes!
A Court of Thorns and Roses Series box set
Dog Man box set
Lord of the Rings box set
My Hero Academia box set
LeapReader Reading and Writing System
Crayola Touch Lights
Tie-Dye Kit
Nintendo Switch Lite
Toniebox
Foldable Scooter
Lind Arena Passes
Zipline at the Wilds
Milestones
How to Earn Points
- Activities: Standard 1 point
- Big Activity: 2 point
- Super Activity: 3 point
- Repeatable Activities: 1 point per day
- Books: 5 points per book
- Minutes: 3 points per 20 minutes
- Reviews: 1 point per review
Activities
Complete the activites below to earn raffel tickets for our grand prizes..
Attend a Program
Join the fun by attending a library event this summer.
Activities:
- Attend a Program: Let us know which one you joined.
- Share Your Thoughts: Tell us what you thought of it.
Summer Reading Survey
Help us improve by sharing your feedback!
Activities:
- Complete the Summer Reading Survey 2025.
- Tell us your favorite part and one thing you’d like to see next year.
Read, Play, Win!: BINGO!
Join the fun with a library bingo challenge for all ages!
Activity:
- Complete a bingo card.
- Turn in your completed card to get the secret code.
Brighten the World with Kindness
Make a difference through small acts of kindness.
Activities:
- Create a Splash: Do something kind—write a note, give a compliment, lend a hand, or share a smile.
- Color Your Community: Help out—pick up litter, donate to charity, or assist someone without being asked.
Art in Every Form
Find inspiration in the world around you and turn it into art.
Activities:
- Explore for Inspiration: Visit a gallery, attend First Friday, discover music, or take a walk—then tell us what you did.
- Create Art from a Book: Make art inspired by a book and bring it to the library to earn your badge code.
Explore the Library in a New Light
Discover all the digital tools your library offers!
Activities:
- Explore a research database on the MCLS website and share something you learned.
- Try a digital download from Libby or hoopla and tell us what you checked out.
Add a Splash of Fun!
Do something that brings you joy—spend time with loved ones or try a new activity. Tell us what you did!
Activity Ideas:
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Enjoy time with friends or family: borrow a cookbook, DVD, or board game (try Hues and Cues).
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Learn five words in a new language using Duolingo, CultureGrams, Brainfuse, or library resources.
Color Your Creativity (Repeatable)
Explore and express your creativity through art in everyday life. Tell us what you did!
Activity Options:
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Color Journal: Pick a color that reflects your mood and express it through writing or art.
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Try a New Art Form: Experiment with something creative (drawing, dancing, poetry, etc.) and tell us about it.
Colorful Adventures (Repeatable)
Discover the colors of nature and healthy eating. Tell us what you saw or ate!
Activity Options:
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Nature Walk: Go outside and observe the colors around you.
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Eat Your Colors: Include at least three different colored fruits or veggies in a meal.
Read, Share, Explore (Repeatable)
Discover new books, formats, and ways to share your love of reading. Tell us what you did!
Activity Options:
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Take a photo with your current read or MCLS swag and tag @muskingumlib.
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Use a library service (e.g., NoveList, hoopla, Comics Plus) or take the What to Read Next quiz.
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Try a new book format, genre, or local author.
Beanstack Color Box (Repeatable)
Check in and show your library some love!
Activity:
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Log into Beanstack and let us know—did you read anything good today.
Featured Summer Events for Kids and Families
Join us across the county for unforgettable live performances, science shows, and storytimes—perfect for all ages!
🧪 Science Heroes
Tuesday, June 10
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Elson Hall Auditorium, Zanesville: 10:30 AM
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Dresden Branch Library: 2:00 PM
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Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library: 5:30 PM
🎨 Catch an Art Thief
Tuesday, June 17
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New Concord Branch Library: 11:30 AM
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Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library: 2:30 PM
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South Branch Library: 5:30 PM
🐶 Performance Dog Show
Tuesday, June 24
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OUZ Campus Green, Zanesville: 10:30 AM
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Roseville (Barker Community Center): 2:00 PM
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Dresden Branch Library: 5:00 PM
🎩 Professor Tony: Tricks in Technicolor
Monday, July 7
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New Concord Branch Library: 11:30 AM
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South Branch Library: 3:30 PM
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Roseville (Barker Community Center): 5:30 PM
BalletMet Storytime
Monday, July 14
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Zanesville Welcome Center: 10:30 AM
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New Concord Branch Library: 1:30 PM
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South Branch Library: 3:30 PM
🔬 WHIZ Bang Science
Monday, July 21
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Dresden Branch Library: 11:00 AM
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Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library: 3:00 PM
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Roseville (Barker Community Center): 5:30 PM
🦎 Leaping Lizards
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Thursday, June 12 – New Concord Branch Library: 2:00 PM
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Thursday, June 19 – Roseville (Barker Community Center): 4:00 PM
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Thursday, June 26 – South Branch Library: 5:00 PM
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Thursday, July 10 – Dresden Branch Library: 11:00 AM
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Thursday, July 17 – Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library: 1:00 PM
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Thursday, July 24 – Elson Hall Auditorium, Zanesville: 10:30 AM
Stay Connected
Take Summer Reading with you using the free Beanstack mobile app—available in the App Store and Google Play.
Looking for more library fun this summer? Follow us on our social media for updates, and check out the full schedule of events on our Events Calendar.
Need Help?
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Give us a call at 740.453.0391 x116 or email us at beanstack@muskingumlibrary.org.
Let’s make this a summer to remember—happy reading!