[Greater-Baltimore] It's All Together Now Summer Fun!

[Carolyn Brown]

Yes, I will participate.

On Fri, Jun 9, 2023, 10:45 AM LASHAWN MYLES -MSL- via Greater-Baltimore <
greater-baltimore at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Hello Summer Readers,
> It's time for the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled's
> 2023 Summer Reading Program! Our theme this year is "All Together Now".
> This summer we have more activities and events planned for you and your
> family.   Prizes, author talks from The National Library Service, a
> community drumming circle, and much, much more. Registration is open, so
> get ready! I'm excited to have you again for summer reading! I'm your
> contact person for this program.  If you have any questions, please don't
> be afraid to ask.
>
> *How Do I Sign Up?*
>
>    - Use this registration link: https://forms.gle/ZhXMkswPxfJN83iE7, *OR*
>    - Return the summer reading registration form to
>    kidsdesk.lbpd at maryland.gov, *OR*
>    - Call 410-230-2424, and select option 8 to leave your name, phone
>    number, and request a call back.
>
> *How Do I Participate?*
> Participants can enter into prize drawings by completing activities, such
> as reading books, writing book reviews on Beanstack, or attending programs
> at the library, either in person or virtually. Prizes will include gift
> cards, toys, tech gadgets, local event passes, or games.
>
> *Do:*
> Complete your summer reading Bingo game board. (Earn one raffle entry.)
> Write a review for a book on Beanstack. (Earn one raffle entry per review
> for up to five books.)
> Attend any of the National Library Service’s virtual summer author talks or
> performances. (Earn one raffle entry for each event you attend.)
> Participate or attend Maryland LBPD summer events or activities to gain
> more entries into additional raffle drawings.
>
> *Record:*
> Remember to track your progress!  There are several ways you can share your
> progress with me over the summer.
> Return your Bingo game board through the mail by Friday, August 18th, to
> earn a completion prize and entry into a raffle, *OR*
> Email your game board or your completed summer reading books and activities
> to kidsdesk.lbpd at maryland.gov by Friday, August 18th, *OR*
> Complete the program on Beanstack
> <https://marylandlbph.beanstack.org/reader365> by Friday, August 18th,
> *OR*
> Call 410-230-2424, option 8, to leave your summer reading books and
> activities. Don't forget to include your name and phone number.
>
> *June's Make and Take Activity*: We send the activity.  You complete it and
> earn entries!
> We are making Amish Friendship Bread!
> Each month, you and your friends and family can come together with a Summer
> Take and Make Activity. All you have to do is:
>
>    - Register here for the Take and Make activity
>    <https://forms.gle/iqHibcC6DBGNXpQH8> for each month.
>    - Have fun with your family or friends completing the activity.
>    - Send a photo of your completed activity or project to
>    kidsdesk.lbpd at maryland.gov.
>    - Finally, earn an additional chance for a raffle entry.
>
> For the month of June, we are making Amish Friendship Bread. Having an
> active starter on hand is a must. It’s usually passed from person to
> person, so each bag of starter carries with it a little bit of love from
> the previous kitchen (as well as any kitchen before that). The library will
> supply the yeast and directions for making your starter pack. Then, you
> make the starter and create a delicious treat to share with friends and
> family. Don’t forget to send us your most creatively-made friendship bread
> recipes to share with our LBPD friends!
> If you have any questions, feel free to let me know.
>
> *Upcoming Summer Reading Events*
> We are a few weeks away from the start of our “All Together Now” Summer
> Reading Program. Join us on Zoom for our exciting kick-off program! NLS
> Director Jason Broughton will open the very first NLS Summer Reading
> Program with welcoming remarks, followed by Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla
> Hayden, who will read a children’s book for our young participants.
> Afterward, we will have fun singing and moving to the music provided by
> Matt Mazur of Turtle Dance Music. [Virtual] *This program will be
> livestreamed only and will not be recorded.
> To register for the kick-off use the following link:
>  https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_DI61uTmpSDenX0PhZoxtPw
> <https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_DI61uTmpSDenX0PhZoxtPw>
>
> To find out what else is happening throughout the summer, review the
> attached Summer Reading Events or visit our website
> <
> https://www.marylandlibraries.org/Pages/LBPD%20Summer%20Reading%20Program.aspx
> >
> .
>
> Happy Reading,
> ~ LaShawn
> Youth Librarian
> --
>
>
>
>
> LaShawn Myles
>
> Youth Services Librarian
>
> Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
>
> Maryland State Library
>
> 415 Park Avenue
>
> Baltimore, Maryland 21201-3603
>
> 410-230-2455 <(410)%20230-2454> (office)
>
> 410-333-2095 <(410)%20333-2095> (fax)
>
> lashawn.myles at maryland.gov
> Click here
> <
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> >
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