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2026 Summer Reading Programs

Join Us for Our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

Mark your calendars for Monday, June 8th, from 11:00am to 1:00pm at Legacy Park in Manteno.  Come by to collect your packet(s) for the Summer Reading Program(s) you signed up for, or take the opportunity to register for summer reading on the spot!

Special events include games, tattoos, snacks, crafts, and a few surprises!  In case of rain, the Kick-Off Party will take place at the Manteno Public Library during the same time, from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

If you can’t join us for the Kick-Off Party, your summer reading packets can be picked up at the library beginning June 9th.

Summer Reading Programs: Starts June 8th & Ends July 17th

Plant A Seed, Read
The Big Cheeses Ages 0-3

The Big Cheeses

Recommended Ages: 0-3

Thursdays from 10-11am starting June 18th
A program for babies and their caregivers. Join us for songs, fingerplays, reading and playtime! Play Early Literacy Bingo to earn raffle tickets for a chance to win prizes!

Registration Required: Call 815-468-3323 to register

The Good Eggs Ages 4-6

The Good Eggs

Recommended Ages: 4-6

Monday Sessions: 10-11am OR 1-2pm
Starts June 15th
Join us for stories, crafts and games for 4 – 6 year olds and their caregivers.  Read and complete activities on your Havest Map and earn badges!

Registration Required: Call 815-468-3323 to register

The Smart Cookies Ages 7-10

The Smart Cookies

Recommended Ages: 7-10

Wednesday Sessions: 10-11am OR 1-2pm
Starts June 16th
Join us for stories, crafts and games for 7 – 10 year olds.  Read and complete activites on your Havest Map and earn badges!

Registration Required: Call 815-468-3323 to register

The Cool Beans Ages 11-17

The Cool Beans

Recommended Ages: 11-17

Self-Paced with Reader Zone Code: 098e2

Track your reading minutes through the Reader Zone App using the code: 098e2.  Complete your reading to earn raffle tickets for a chance to win our summer reading prizes!

Adult Summer Reading Ages 18+

Adult Summer Reading Program

Ages: 18+

Self-Paced: Starts June 8th & Ends July 31st

Join the excitement with our “Plant a Seed, Read” Bingo sheet! Complete the activities to earn raffle tickets for a chance to win fantastic prizes for our Adult Summer Reading program!

Registration Required: Call 815-468-3323 to register