SUMMER READING CHALLENGE PRIZES
Still on the fence about taking up the challenge? Take a look at the prizes we have for you avid readers at your local branch library!
KIDS 0-5
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Registration: A bag loaded with a Reading Log and stamp to fill up your log
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Halfway (25 Books): A free book
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Complete (50 Books): Choice from the Treasure Chest
Upon completing the challenge, you will also be entered into a prize drawing.
KIDS 6-12
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Registration: A bag loaded with a Reading Log and stamp to fill up your log
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Complete (500 minutes): A free book and choice from the Treasure Chest
Upon completing the challenge, you will also be entered into a prize drawing.
TEENS
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Registration: TCL Tumbler
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Halfway (375 minutes): A free book
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Complete (750 minutes): Playing Cards
Upon completing the challenge, you will also be entered into a prize drawing.
ADULTS
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Registration: TCL Tumbler
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Halfway (375 minutes): A free book
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Complete (750 minutes): Reading Lights
Upon completing the challenge, you will also be entered into a prize drawing.
ALL READERS
Anyone who completes the challenge will also be entered into a grand prize drawing of...
an Amazon Gift Card (one available per branch)
Summer 2023 @ Tulare County Library
Celebrate summer with Tulare County Library!
This summer, Tulare County Libraries will be hosting two programs:
Summer Reading Challenge 2023 and Summer Meals for ages 1-18*
LOGGING MINUTES OR ACTIVITIES
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Sign into your Beanstack account. In the upper left corner click on the name of the reader you are logging for.
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Click Log Reading and Activities in the right-hand corner.
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Log minutes— fill out number of minutes (or books for ages 0-5) and click log.
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Log activities—click activities. Select "Activity/Activities" completed and click log.
SIGNING UP BASICS
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Go to https://tularecountylibrary.beanstack.org or download the Beanstack Tracker App (iOS, Android) on your smartphone or tablet
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Click “Register an Individual or Family”
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Fill out the form
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Complete and log activities
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Already have an account? Simply click the "Sign In" button.
FAQs
Where do I log my reading?
You can log your reading on our beanstack website https://tularecountylibrary.beanstack.org or on the Beanstack Tracker App (iOS, Android). We also offer paper logs.
What if my child doesn't read on their own yet?
You may read aloud to them.
Do audiobooks count?
Yes, all books count regardless of format or language.
Can I sign up after the Challenge has started?
Yes, but we recommend you sign up & participate early to give you more time to reach your goal.
LOOKING FOR SOMEWHERE TO START?
Check out the Tulare County Library book lists. There you will find a great selection of suggested reads for all ages and reading levels.
CONNECT WITH YOUR LOCAL BRANCH
Each branch library will be hosting programs, events, and performances all summer long!
Dates and times may differ by branch, so be sure to check out the Locations page to follow social media and contanct your local branch for more information.
Meal: Breakfast
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Ivanhoe Branch - Thursdays and Fridays from 8 am to 10 am
Meal: Lunch
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Lindsay Branch - Tuesdays to Fridays from 10:30 am to 11:30 am
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Visalia Branch - Tuesdays to Fridays from 12 pm to 2 pm
Meal: Supper
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Alpaugh Branch - Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3 pm to 5 pm
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Earlimart Branch - Tuesdays to Fridays from 3 pm to 5 pm
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Pixley Branch - Tuesdays to Fridays from 3 pm to 5 pm
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Strathmore Branch - Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3 pm to 5 pm
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Tipton Branch - Thursdays and Fridays from 3 pm to 5 pm
What is the Summer Reading Challenge?
Take the Tulare County Library's Summer Reading Challenge. Our program is for all ages, all languages, and all reading levels. All reading in all languages counts. This includes eBooks, books, magazines, newspapers, audiobooks, and graphic novels.
Summer Meals @ Tulare County
In partnership with Fresno EOC, eight Tulare County Library branches will be offering free meals this summer to children and teens, ages 1 to 18 and people with mental disabilities aged 18+ during the summer: Alpaugh, Earlimart, Ivanhoe, Lindsay, Pixley, Strathmore, Tipton, and Visalia.
For more information, look at our list of dates, times, locations, and types of meals being served.
The Library, Lindsay Unified School District, and Fresno EOC are able to provide this service through a federal program funded by the USDA and administered by the California Department of Education.