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Adult Summer Reading & Step Challenge Kicks Off with a Walk
Summer Reading - not just for kids anymore!
Harrison Public Library kicks off a healthy mind and body-themed adult summer reading program on May 24, 2016. The "Adult Summer Reading & Step Challenge" runs 5-weeks May 24 to June 29, 2016. It challenges adults of all ages to step up and stay sharp by accomplishing 500,000 steps in 5-weeks, combining healthy activities for mind and body.
Summer reading, popular for keeping kids from falling behind during the summer slump when they are not in school, is a motivating campaign that works for all ages. This year's national theme for adults is "Exercise Your Mind." The library is tying a healthy fit component in honor of the Summer Olympics this year -- and to show how easy and fun exercise can be when you have peer support!
"When you're in good physical health, this does wonders for your mind too," says programming librarian, Thao Nguyen. Each week a librarian will lead a Weekly Walk to help people stay motivated. "The library wants to support our patrons in all their endeavors as to have an active and engaged community."
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ASR PROGRAM DETAILS
1) Each participant will set an individual goal for themselves. To keep track of your step goal, count and log your daily steps using fitness apps or pedometers.
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2) As a fun incentive, everyone gets bonus "steps" for checking out books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, attending programs and more.
Programs include:
• Walking History tours
• Great American Author films
• Weekly walks
• Download Day for eBooks & audio
• Pilates classes
• Chair Yoga classes
• Fenom Fitness classes
• Healthy Aging talks & more!
Full schedule of programs to be announced at Kick Off event on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 10:30 am. The Kick Off event will be followed by the first of a series of Weekly Walks led by librarians.
TUE. MAY 24 | 10:30 am
KICK OFF & WALK
• Register for the challenge and get started on your steps with a walk led by one of the librarians!
• Door prize while supplies last
WED. JUNE 29 | 2:00 pm
FINISH LINE SMOOTHIE PARTY @ the Library
• Awards & raffles
• Open only to Adult Summer Reading participants!
Program free and open to the public. Sign up for your free library card today!
Harrison Public Library - Halperin Building
2 Bruce Ave.
Harrison, NY 10528
9144-835-0324
www.harrisonpl.org
www.Facebook.com/HarrisonLibrary
