Bethel Public Library

Summer is almost over, but we're not done yet!

Log your reading through August 31 to earn raffle tickets towards our End of Summer raffles for kids and teens! Adults have a chance to win gift cards to local businesses each week through the end of August.

Did you forget to log your reading, or discover Summer Reading later in the summer? No problem! Beanstack allows you to backlog your reading, so you never miss a day. Visit the Library for assistance.

Check out some of our upcoming August programs.

Chris & Pete Magic (Children Grades 1-5)
Thursday, August 17
4:00-5:00 PM

Did a Connecticut Woman Kill Jack the Ripper? (Adults)
Thursday, August 31
6:30-7:30 PM

Summer Reading Challenges

Set a reading goal with your grown up, and log each day that you meet your reading goal! Unlock badges by reading every day, participating in activities, and attending library programs. The more badges you unlock, the more prizes you earn! Earn at least 10 badges to complete the program and earn a special prize.

Read books, attend programs, and write reviews to unlock badges. Each badge=an entry in our weekly raffle for gift cards to local businesses. Earn 10 badges to complete the program and enter our end-of-summer raffle.

Set a reading goal and log each day that you meet your goal. Read, attend programs, and complete activities to unlock badges. Each badge=a raffle ticket in weekly raffles. Earn 10 badges for the chance to win our big end-of-summer prize!

tips for getting started

1. If you haven't participated in one of our reading challenges before, first make an account with Beanstack. Past participants can use the same account; if you forgot your e-mail or password to login, please contact the library.

2. Download the Beanstack app! The app makes it easy to access your challenge wherever you go this summer. You can log your books, track how many days you've read, and access activities from your smart device.

3. Add readers to your account so you can keep track of your whole family's progress. Young readers can also have their own account with their guardian's permission.
Who Can Participate

Anyone can participate, even if you don't have a Bethel Public Library Card. Children who can't read independently yet can participate with the help of a parent, guardian, or sibling. Having stories read to you absolutely counts!
Collect Your Prizes

All prizes must be picked up at the Bethel Public Library by Saturday, September 16. Prizes will not be mailed or otherwise delivered. Raffle winners will be notified by phone and e-mail when they have been selected.
Stay Connected With Social media

Find us on Facebook and Instagram @bethellibraryct.

Invite your friends to participate! You can even compete to see who can read the most this summer. Share pictures of your favorite books and library events. Show off when you won a prize! We love celebrating the summer with you.