Summer Reading Program Underway At Albany Library

ALBANY, CA — Alameda County Library’s annual Summer Reading program runs now through September 15, 2017. This year’s theme – Ready for Tomorrow – inspires readers of all ages to learn something new and connect with their communities.

Participants will try something new at home, in the community, and around the globe. They can: read a new book, visit a new place, try a new craft, volunteer at an organization, and meet new people. Participants will have a chance to win free books and prizes by reading and completing various activities.

The Albany Public Library is located at 1247 Marin Ave.Albany, 94706.

Libraries play a special role during the summer by providing educational programs that boost literacy and educational opportunities. According to the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, "Low-income students lose an average of more than two months in reading achievement in the summer, while their middle-income peers tend to make gains in reading."

"Our Summer Reading program helps bridge the gap in academic achievement by getting books and other literacy tools into the hands of children and families who need it the most,” said Cindy Chadwick, County Librarian.

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Children, teens, and adults who participate will be entered into a drawing to win the following grand prizes:

• Fjallraven Backpack (for Children)
• VTech Camera (for Children)
• Beats Earbud Headphones (for Teens and Adults)
• Fujifilm Waterproof Camera (for Teens and Adults)
• Timbuk2 Backpack (for Teens and Adults)

You may sign up for the program online.

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