Get "Between the Covers" for Library Reading Program

Since Monday the Library has been filled with excited children, clutching books and eager for Summer Reading Program activities to begin. We’ve always wished we could create that fun and spirit for our adult patrons, too.

Then in 2007 Library Director Jennifer Stocker heard about an adult summer reading program at the James V. Brown Library in Williamsport, PA, and decided to try one here. Patrons would win prizes for reading books – just as children do.

An added benefit was that adult readers would serve as role models for their children. “My father often set aside time when we would all read together,” explains Jennifer. “Perhaps parents will turn off the TVs and computers, and everyone will read for an hour.”

That first Adult Summer Reading Program in the Lehigh Valley has gained more participants every year. Sixteen local businesses have donated prizes this summer.

You may enter online at www.eastonpl.org or complete a paper form at the Library or the Palmer or South Side Branches.

Here’s how our 6^th ASRP “Between the Covers” works:

1. You must be at least 18 and have a valid, fine-free EAPL card.
2. You may choose any books to read, but the book must be available at the Main Library or its branches.
3. You must complete the entire entry form to be eligible for a prize.
4. You may submit only one form per book read.
5. All forms must be submitted by 6:00 pm, Friday, August 10, 2012.

Businesses donating prizes are Redner's Markets, Wegmans, , ShopRite, and Weis Market; Northwood Deli, , , New Wok ‘n’ Roll, , and ; The Strand, , and Rothrock Motors; and the .