picture of Worth Public Library

Worth Public Library District
6917 W. 111th Street,
Worth, IL 60482
ph. 708-448-2855    fax 708-448-9174
www.worthlibrary.com


Adult
Services

Youth
Services

Administration

Your Library
Record

Card Catalog
(SWAN)

Electronic
Database

Home Library Calendar Friends of
the Library
Internet Links



Summer Reading - 2011


Registration

 
    Registration starts Wednesday, June 1st.
     Registration ends Saturday, June 18th.
     (Unless you call and make other arrangements 
            with the Children's Librarian. )

How Does It Work?

 
    Bring a valid library card to register at our Circulation Desk.
     Participants will receive their own Reading Journal and Super
     Summer Reading Kit.  In your journal, write down the name and
     author of every book read this summer. Participants may also 
     listen to books on tape or have someone read to/with them.
     (requirements are below)

     Bring your Reading Journal to the library when you check in for 
     a prize. You may check in for only one prize per week.  
     No multiple prizes will be given at any one time.
     Prize collection starts Monday, June 20th at 9am.

     Reading Journals must be turned in by Saturday, July 30th.
     No prizes will be given out after Saturday, July 30th.

Requirements

 
    Participants will be asked to read a certain number of books,
     determined by grade level. Your grade level is the grade you 
     will be entering in the Fall.

     Preschool - 2nd Grade
     For every 15 books read, you may choose one prize. 
     When you reach 30 books, you win a party pass to our   
     End-of-Summer Reading Party

     Grades 3-5
     For every 5 books of 100 pages or more, you may choose one 
     prize. When you reach 5 books, you win a party pass to our   
     End-of-Summer Reading Party

     Grades 6 and Up   Junior High and Teen Reading Program
     For every 5 books of 150 pages or more, you may choose one 
     prize. 
     Write down the name and author of the book & the number of
      pages.  Bring your list to the Library to receive your prizes. 
     When you reach your Teen Reading Goal of 5 books, turn your 
     list in to the Library. Your name will be entered into a special
     prize drawing to win a gift certificate.


Special Days

Monster Mondays: June 20 - July 25
10:15 am Toddler Story Time - Children 12-36 months with a parent
Read books, sing songs, play games & make a simple craft.
Limited space is available. (12 max.)

 

3:00 pm Bingo - Kids of all ages 
(Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult)
Kids of all ages are welcome to enjoy this popular game. 
Seating limited to 52 people - First come/ First serve.

 

Terrific Tuesdays: June 21 - July 26
1:00 pm Storytime - Ages 4-6
Read books, sing songs, play games & make a simple craft.
Limited space is available. (15 max.)

 

3:00 pm Walk-In Crafts - Kids of all ages 
(Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult)
Kids of all ages can join us for a free afternoon craft. 
Seating limited to 52 people - First come/ First serve.

 

Wonderful Wednesdays: June 22 - July 27
4:00 pm Game Club 
Duel with your best deck, or play one of our many board 
or video games. 
Seating limited to 52 people - First come/ First serve.

 

7:00 pm Teen Club - 6th Grade & up 
Play an assortment of popular teen games, or just hang out and join in some fun activities.. 
Seating limited to 52 people - First come/ First serve.

 

Family Night Thursdays: June 23 - July 28
     Limited to Worth Library Card Holders. 
     Registration for all shows begins one week in advance 
        of the show.
     Seating is limited by law to 52 people. 
     For the Animal Show, children under 3 will not be
          permitted.

     Individuals who require an accommodation for a
         disability should contact Dan Braun at the library, 
         448-2855

July 7
5:30 pm -
8:30 pm
Balloon Artist
Kids are invited to stop by any time during this event to get a balloon item of their choice made by our specialist!

 

July 14
4:00 pm &
6:00 pm
Blaster Magic
Magic and fun all evening long. Bring the family for this entertaining and acclaimed program.

 

July 21
7:00 pm
See a Juggler / Be a Juggler
Join John Kollum for a juggling show and workshop!

 

July 28th
6:00 pm &
7:30 pm
Dave Dinaso's Traveling World of Reptiles
Join us for this outstanding performer, as he shows off his amazing collection of creatures.

 

Super Saturdays: June 18 - July 30
June 18
1:00 pm
Ice Cream Social Kick-Off Party

 

June 25
1:00 pm
Family Movie

 

July 2
1:00 pm
Halo: Reach Tournament

 

July 9
1:00 pm
Renaissance Faire

 

July 16
1:00 pm
Family Movie

 

July 23
1:00 pm
Fun With Science

 

July 30
1:00 pm
Family Movie

 

Special Thanks


Special Thanks To These Super Sponsors

  • Beggar's Pizza

  • Brunswick Zone

  • Burger King

  • Chicago White Sox

  • Friends of the Library

  • Gerald A. Venkus, Attorney (Worth)

  • Lumes

  • McDonalds (of Palos)

  • Nick's BBQ

  • The Patio

  • Shedd Aquarium

  • SW Ice Arena 

  • Target

  • All others who donated after this was posted

And, of course, the wonderful Families of Worth 
     who support the Library and Staff in so many ways.


Worth Public Library is a member of 
Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS)


Last Updated  12/02/2011