It’s reading club time again! Log all the minutes you read and complete activities to earn badges and win prizes.
How do I register for the TD Summer Reading Club?
- at the Launch Party on Thursday, June 29th from 5-7 PM
- in your preferred branch anytime during July and August.
- on the Beanstack app or website
After registration, you can pick up your starter kit at your preferred branch (supplies limited). The TD Summer Reading Club program runs from June 29 to August 25 (last day to log reading)
How do I log my reading?
- in your preferred branch anytime during open hours from June 29 to August 25
- in the Beanstack app – here are the instructions
Where can I find out about summer programs and events?
Check out our Events Calendar or sign up for our biweekly emails to see all the events and programs this summer. For programs requiring registration, check out our Eventbrite page.
Teen Video Book Review Contest
We’re looking for future book influencers and content creators! The library is launching a new contest for teens who love to read and share their opinions on books. We are inviting teens (ages 13 – 17) to create a video review of a book they recently read. The video can be shorter in the style of your favourite BookTok recommendations or longer Youtube style reviews. A winner will be selected and receive 2 tickets to Fan Expo 2023 in Toronto.
Rules/Guidelines
- Submissions will be accepted June 30th to August 1st
- One submission per person is allowed
- Participant must be aged 13 – 17
- Video length must be between a minimum of 40 seconds and maximum of 2minutes
- The video should cover your favourite/least favourite parts of the book and if they would recommend it to others (please don’t just retell the plot!)
- You can enter by sharing their videos on Instagram and tagging us @eg_public_library or by uploading to Dropbox
Program Highlights
For our full list of programs with descriptions click the links below:
TD Summer Reading Club Launch Party
Thursday, June 29
Fun at both library branches from 5-7 PM. Come for activities, crafts, and special guest visits from the Sharon Temple and the EG Gardeners.
Tie Dye Party
Mount Albert: July 26th, Holland Landing: August 4th.
Come have fun and make a tie-dye creation with us! Bring something white and dye it in as many patterns as you want. Costs $2. Register in your local branch
Goodbye, Summer! Party
Friday, August 19
Cap off all the fun of this year’s TD Summer Reading Club with a party!
