
2022 Summer Reading Challenge
June 27th – August 12th
How It Works
We are excited to once again offer Beanstack — an online program and app that allows participants of all ages, from kids through adults, to track their reading and complete fun challenges to earn raffle entries!
FOR KIDS & TEENS
This summer we are reading to earn badges! Kids and teens can earn virtual badges by reading and completing activities, and then visit the library to pick up a matching button to add to their very own reading ribbon!
Each completed badge will also earn an entry into our end-of-summer raffles, with kids prizes featuring favorite characters, popular books, and more! Teens will have a variety of themed raffles to choose from as well, including interests such as anime, art, and gaming! Registering with Beanstack is easy! (instructional video) See below for details. Challenge registration begins on June 27th.
Our youth events this summer will include storytimes, crafts, and STEM programs. Tweens & teens will also have events especially for them — cupcake decorating, crafts, tie-dye, and more! Most programs will require registration; check our event calendar for more details and registration information.
FOR ADULTS
Adults can use Beanstack to read and earn raffle entries too! This year there are two ways to participate: Reading Log and Activities. Each will earn you raffle tickets that can be entered into the end-of-challenge prize drawings. To master the Summer Reading Challenge and automatically be entered into our grand prize raffle, complete all 12 activities and log at least 5 books.
Enjoy a summer full of great events for adults, including music performances, crafting, trivia, book chats, tech help, and, of course, the Library/YMCA Farmers Market!
Register for Beanstack to get started. (instructional video) See below for additional instructions. Challenge registration begins on June 27th. For adults who do not wish to participate online, traditional paper game cards will be available in the library beginning June 27th. Stop in and register to receive your game card.
Beanstack - Online Registration
1. Go to eastgreenbushlibrary.beanstack.org.
2. Click on register an individual or family and enter your information.
3. Register additional family members by choosing add another child or register another adult when prompted.
4. Choose the challenge you would like to participate in, and click register for this challenge. (Beginning on June 27th!)
5. Upon registration, each individual be able to begin logging reading & activities and earning badges!