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2023 HCPL SUMMER READING GUIDE
IMPORTANCE OF SUMMER READING:
The Henderson County Public Library wants everyone to develop a life-long love of learning! During summer break, children experience what is often referred to as “the summer slide.” This phenomenon happens when students do not engage in educational activities during the summer and experience significant learning loss. Participating in our Summer Reading Program provides a free and accessible way to encourage students to keep their minds sharp and prevent this loss while also connecting with friends in their community! We also encourage parents to participate in our Summer Reading Program alongside their children! When children see their parents or guardians reading, it encourages them to pick up a book as well! We are challenging all Summer Reading participants to read 300 minutes this summer! Those who meet this goal will earn a limited-edition summer reading book bag and a book of their choice! You’ll also be eligible to earn a ticket for the grand prize drawings.
HOW TO DOWNLOAD
STEP 1: Go to your device’s app store, search for “Beanstack Tracker” and download the app STEP 2: Search for LIBRARY STEP 3: Click on our library Henderson County Public Library (KY) STEP 4: Follow the steps provided to register an individual or family!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
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CHILDREN’S JUNE CALENDAR
CHILDREN’S JULY CALENDAR PAGE 5
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CHILDREN’S BOOK PICKS
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TEEN PROGRAMS
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TEEN JUNE CALENDAR
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TEEN JULY CALENDAR
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TEEN BOOK PICKS
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ADULT PROGRAMS
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ADULT JUNE CALENDAR
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ADULT JULY CALENDAR
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ADULT BOOK PICKS
TABLE OF CONTENTS: CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS
GrandPals @ the Homeplace
Dinosaur Encounter June 16 (4:00 PM) Come meet Beaux the T. Rex, Roxy the Raptor, Takoda the Pteranodon, Dolly the Diplodocus, and Stedman the Stegosaurus! Feller Express Dinosaur encounter is an interactive, educational experience that is great for all ages! In partnership with The Henderson Homeplace Senior Living Community, we are happy to invite you to join us for GrandPals. This program is for young children to have the opportunity to share in stories and crafts with pals who are kids at heart. The children will be able to read stories with and to their Pal, and participate in crafts and activities together. This program will be held at the Henderson Homeplace, registration is strongly encouraged. For more information and questions please call the library @ (270) 826-3712 Ext. 216. Kentucky Shakespeare Presents: Acting Fundamentals for Kids June 27 (2:00 PM & 6:00 PM) Follow the history of acting while learning the fundamentals of the craft through group improvisational exercises and explore acting tools and techniques. For ages 5-11
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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO READ THIS SUMMER? CHECK OUT THESE CHILDREN’S BOOK PICKS!
CANNONBALL by Sacha Cotter
ONE CRAZY SUMMER by Rita Garcia
JUDY MOODY AND THE NOT BUMMER SUMMER by Megan McDonald
HOT DOG GIRL by Jennifer Dugan
FINALLY, SOMETHING MYSTERIOUS by Doug Cornett
CAMP DAZE: GARBAGE PAIL KIDS by R. L. Stine
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TEEN PROGRAMS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS
Survivor Camp June 19-23
Attention all adventurous and daring teens! Join our second annual Survivor camp for a week of challenges, strategy, and excitement. Compete in physical and mental challenges, work as a team to outsmart other tribes, make new friends, and create lasting memories. Apply by June 9 if you're dedicated, resilient, and competitive. The ultimate survivor wins bragging rights and prizes. Don't miss out on this adventure of a lifetime!
Astrology Workshop June 28 (2:00 PM)
Curious about how Astrology works? There’s so much more than your “Sun sign” to consider! Join us for this voyage in learning! This class will give you a basic understanding of the founding principles: planets, signs, houses, elements, aspects, transits, and how to gauge what it all means for you and your life. After Hours Glow Party July 28 (5:00 PM) Summer Reading is coming to an end! Celebrate at the library with a blacklight party. Be sure to wear white or neon colors. We will enjoy activities that GLOW. You must be going into 6th-12th grade to participate.
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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO READ THIS SUMMER? CHECK OUT THESE TEEN BOOK PICKS!
DEADENDIA: THE WATCHER'S TEST by Hamish Steele
DARIUS THE GREAT IS NOT OKAY by Adib Khorram
THE BACKUPS by Alex de Campi
GOODBYE, PERFECT by Sara Barnard
LUMBERJANES by Noelle Stevenson
THE COUNSELORS by Jessica Goodman
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TOP THREE TEEN PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS
Coding 101: HTML & CSS June 6, 13, 19, 26 (2:00 PM & 5:30 PM) Want to learn the basics of coding? What about learning how to create a web page? If so, then come join this class to learn the basics of HTML and CSS coding to design your very own web page. The classes will focus on basic HTML tags for paragraphs, headings, lists, and more, and on basic CSS rules for fonts, colors, borders, and more. Hendo Health & Wellness June 24 (9:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 2:00 PM) Hendo Health and Wellness is back at it for the third year in a row! At 9:00 AM, Darrell Yates will be leading us through a low impact exercise class. At 11:00 AM, in honor of Juneteenth, we invite you to check out the local black businesses in your area at our Black Business Vendor Fair. At 2:00 PM, Dr. Wanda Figueroa-Peralta, RVBH President & CEO, and Dr. Lionel Phelps, VP for Continuous Quality Improvement, will be available to answer any mental health related questions/concerns during our Mental Health Forum. Adult Survivor Challenge June 24 (5:00 PM) 2 hours, 24 people, and one SURVIVOR! With the teens playing Survivor challenges, now is the time for the adults to have a chance to play their real-life version of Survivor, complete with tricky challenges, games, TWISTS, and even tribal council voting to determine who the winner and sole-survivor will be! 11
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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO READ THIS SUMMER? CHECK OUT THESE ADULT BOOK PICKS!
WHAT LIES IN THE WOODS by Kate Marshall
THE VILLA by Rachel Hawkins
KISMET by Becky Chalsen
BEFORE WE WERE INNOCENT by Ella Berman
THE HOUSE IN THE PINES by Ana Reyes
NEVER VACATION WITH YOUR EX by Emily Wibberley
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