The Anne West Lindsey District Library is pleased to offer Summer Reading Challenges
for all ages!
To join the challenge and log your activity,
visit https://awlindsey.beanstack.com/reader365 or download the Beanstack app.
For a quick guide on how to use Beanstack, click here. For a more detailed guide on how to use Beanstack, including step-by-step instructions, click here, or call the library at 618-985-3298 for more help.
Quick Information
- Registration opens May 26, 2025.
- The logging period runs from May 26th to July 19th. You may register early, but please note prize pick up does not start until the first official logging day on June 2, 2025.
Adult Summer Reading Program
2025 Summer Reading: Level Up at Your Library!
Summer Reading Kick Off!
Summer Reading Kick Off! Come to the library June 2nd for an all-ages game night! The Kick Off Party will take place from 4 – 6:30 PM and include various activities, from video games to mini painting. Be sure to enter the drawing for a chance to win some fantastic prizes!
Adult Summer Programming
Fishing Workshop
Learn all the skills required to master the art of fishing with a representative from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. June 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM. Registration required to attend the follow up fishing tutorial on June 12, 2025. Location of follow-up tutorial to be determined. Email Emily Bell at ebell@awlindsey.com to register.
Dance Fitness
Challenge yourself with a dance fitness class with instructor Susan Bausch. June 12, 2025 at 2 PM. Registration recommended. Email Emily Bell at ebell@awlindsey.com to register.
Goats and Crafts
Enjoy a therapeutic afternoon of crafting with miniature goats from Rent-a-Kid. June 28, 2025 at 12 PM. Registration required. Email Emily Bell at ebell@awlindsey.com to register.
Call us at 618-985-3298 or email the Adult Services Librarian, Emily Bell, at ebell@awlindsey.com to learn more about any of the Adult Summer Reading Programs!
Adult Summer Reading Prizes
Claim a prize for every two hours read, up to 12 hours. Prizes include:
- Polyhedral dice set
- Pack of playing cards
- Brainteaser
- Puzzle cube
Grand Prizes:
- Croquet set
- Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant
- Fitness tracker watch