Thanks to our wonderful Friends of Penfield Public Library and Penfield Public Library Foundation, this year we're trying something special: each household that participates in our summer reading game can request a a very cute, cheery lawn sign to let folks know you're reading with PPL this summer - stop by the Information Desk beginning June 15 to claim yours while supplies last.

Adult Summer Reading Game

Monday, June 29-Friday, August 7

For ages 18+

Read or listen to books this summer, fill out slips for each book read, and win prizes! Join in the fun and unearth activities for book lovers throughout the summer. Come in to PPL to discover our dinosaur mascot: the PENdraig - a real dinosaur!

Teen Summer Reading Game

Monday, June 29-Friday, August 7

For students entering grades 6-12 this fall

Want to win some awesome prizes this summer? All you have to do is:

1. Pick up an entry form at the Information Desk
2. Once you have read the entire book and filled out the form, bring the form to the Information Desk
3. Check the prizes available and choose which one you would like to win
4. Put your entry in that box
5. You can then pick up another prize entry form for more chances to win
6. Check out and read more awesome teen books!

Children's Summer Reading Game

Registration opens June 15

Monday, June 29-Friday, August 7

For students entering grades K-5 this fall

Registration for the Summer Reading Express and traditional Summer Reading Games opens Monday, June 15. To sign up, fill out a registration card at PPL and pick up your Unearth a Story Reading Game packet in the Children’s Room. Throughout the summer, read books and complete fun challenges to earn prizes and win a special prize at the Finale Party! Find out how the Reading Games work below; to see all of the special events happening this summer at PPL, view and download the children's summer flier here or pick up a copy at PPL.

Summer Reading Express

1. Record your minutes for the week on your calendar
2. Come to the library once a week any time we’re open to turn in your minutes
3. Get a small toy prize
4. Enter the weekly raffle

Summer Reading Game

1. Record your minutes for the week on your calendar
2. Come to the library during game times below to turn in your minutes
3. Participate in an optional weekly genre challenge
4. Participate in an optional weekly activity
5. Get a small toy prize
6. Enter the weekly raffle

Reading Game Days:

Monday: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Wednesday: 5:00-8:00 PM

Thursday: 5:00-8:00 PM

Preschool Summer Reading Game

Monday, June 29-Friday, August 7

For ages 2-5

Registration has closed. Pick up your weekly form (only one form per week), complete the five activities during the week, then bring your form back to PPL to pick up your prize. You can also substitute reading a book for any of the activities if you would like.