Algonquin Library Kicks Off Reading Program With Hot Chocolate Bar

Submitted by the Algonquin Area Public Library District 

The Algonquin Area Public Library District’s popular Winter Reading Program will run from January 18 through February 29 with the theme “We Love Reading.”

This year’s program kicks off with a hot chocolate bar 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, January 18 at the Harnish Main Library, 2600 Harnish Road (west of Randall Road) and the Eastgate Branch Library, 115 Eastgate Drive (off of Algonquin Road). Readers of all ages can celebrate their love of reading and register to earn prizes, enter drawings, and more.

Reading Goals for Kids
The Library’s youngest participants (up to Grade 9) can complete one log to earn a paperback book and a drawing entry. An additional five “bonus” book logs can be completed to earn more entries for drawing prizes, including gift cards, toys, and plush animals.

High School Students Rock at Reading
Students in grades 9-12 can choose a paperback book just for signing up for Winter Reading. For every book read (up to 5 books), students will be automatically entered in the Grand Prize Drawing to win one of three 7” Kindle Fires! Students can also enter weekly drawings for an AMC movie ticket by visiting the Young Adult Librarian Office Hours, Wednesdays from 3 to 6pm (except March 9).

Adults Rewarded for Reading
Adults can register for Winter Reading, pick up a “Book Bingo” card, and receive a themed pen with stylus. The card features squares containing books and activities that readers can complete for up to three “Bingos.” Readers should return their card to the Adult Services Desk by February 29 to be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire or a $50 gift card to Algonquin Commons. Adults who complete the entire card are invited to have their photo taken for the Library’s Facebook page.

Questions about the Library’s Winter Reading program and related events? Visit www.aapld.org or call 847-458-6060 during regular business hours.