
Pre-Readers
0-4 Years
- Create an account at READsquared Reading Program or pickup a log from any of our branches to log the books you have read during the Summer Reading Club.
- Registration begins June 12.
- Read aloud to your 0-4-year-old for four days to earn a book.
- Read aloud to your 0-4-year-old for a total of 20 days to earn another book and coupons from Domino's, Doozie's, Taco Bell, KFC and Riverwood and be entered into a drawing for a Summer Adventure Basket.
- Last day to record books read and pickup prizes is July 31, 2023.
- Prizes may be picked up at Veterans Memorial Library according to the posted schedule, and prizes at all other branches may be picked up during any open hours.
School Aged
up to Grade 5
- Create an account at READsquared Reading Program or pickup a log from any of our branches to log the books you have read during the Summer Reading Club.
- Registration begins June 12.
- Read four days to earn a book.
- Read for a total of 20 days to earn another book and coupons from Domino's, Doozie's, and Riverwood and to be entered into a drawing for a Summer Adventure Basket.
- Last day to record books read and pick up prizes is July 31, 2023.
- Prizes may be picked up at Veterans Memorial Library according to the posted schedule, and prizes at all other branches may be picked up during any open hours.
Teens
Grades 6-12
- Create an account at READsquared Reading Program or pickup a log from any of our branches to log the books you have read during the Summer Reading Club.
- Registration begins June 12.
- Read four days to earn a book.
- Read for a total of 20 days to earn another book and coupons from Domino's, Doozie's, and Riverwood and be entered into a drawing for a Summer Adventure Basket.
- Last day to record books read and pick up prizes is July 31, 2023.
- Prizes may be picked up at Veterans Memorial Library according to the posted schedule, and prizes at all other branches may be picked up during any open hours.
Adults
17 Years and Older
- Create an account at READsquared Reading Program or pickup a log at any of our branches to log the books you have read during the Summer Reading Club.
- Registration begins June 12.
- Complete one reading challenge to earn a coupon from Domino's.
- Complete a second reading challenge to earn a $5 gift card from Sleepy Dog Books and a $2 coupon to the fall Friends of the Library Book Sale and be entered into a drawing for a Summer Adventure Basket.
- Last day to record books read is July 31, 2023.
- Prizes may be picked up at Veterans Memorial Library according to the posted schedule, and prizes at all other branches may be picked up during any open hours.










Upcoming Events
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
12
2023
Mon
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
12
2023
Mon
Summer Reading Club Kick Off Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite
Library Branch:
Offsite
Age Group:
Adults,
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Book Club,
Other,
Performance
Program Description:
You're invited to a family-friendly '90s-themed dance party in the park with free books and book bags for children ages 0-17 and fun activities!*
Are you fans of Molly of Denali and Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum? Molly and Xav...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
Jun
14
2023
Wed
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
Jun
14
2023
Wed
Family Storytime @ FJML
10:30am - 11:00am
Faith Johnston Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Faith Johnston Memorial Library
Room:
FJML Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Babies/Pre-K
Program Type:
Storytime
Program Description:
Babies to preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and dancing while building vital early literacy skills! This storytime is for children ages 0 to 5.
If you would like to have a CRDL Storytime experience in the comfort of your own home, ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
Jun
14
2023
Wed
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
Jun
14
2023
Wed
Family Storytime @ SCL
10:30am - 11:00am
Shepherd Community Library
Library Branch:
Shepherd Community Library
Room:
SCL Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Babies/Pre-K
Program Type:
Storytime
Program Description:
Babies to preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and dancing while building vital early literacy skills! This storytime is for children ages 0 to 5.
If you would like to have a CRDL Storytime experience in the comfort of your own home, ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
Jun
15
2023
Thu
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
Jun
15
2023
Thu
CRDL Summer Reading Club Performance: Beverly Meyer, The Music Lady
10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
Library Branch:
Offsite
Age Group:
Kids,
Babies/Pre-K
Program Type:
Storytime
Program Description:
Join us as we welcome Beverly Meyer, "The Music Lady," for a special children's concert to celebrate summer reading.
Look for us at Island Park during the Mt. Pleasant Farmer's Market! Look for us on the hill between the tenni...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
Jun
16
2023
Fri
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
Jun
16
2023
Fri
Music & Movement
10:30am - 11:00am
Veterans Memorial Library
Library Branch:
Veterans Memorial Library
Room:
Annex Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Babies/Pre-K
Program Type:
Storytime
Program Description:
Sing and dance with your child! Wave ribbons, play with scarves, tap some rhythm sticks and shake some shaker eggs in this special storytime program for our most wiggly patrons!
...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jun
18
2023
Sun
Library Branch:
Offsite
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Program Description:
Join us on the third Sunday of every month at Pleasant City Coffee for drinks and a lively book discussion! This month we will read A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell. Books can be requested though MeL.org, if not available at CRDL. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
Jun
19
2023
Mon
Registration
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
Jun
19
2023
Mon
Library Branch:
Veterans Memorial Library
Age Group:
Kids,
Babies/Pre-K,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Book Club,
Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Program Description:
Join us for a unique program just for preschool and early elementary families! You'll receive a FREE copy of that month's picture book and a simple craft kit to be completed together after reading the book.
This month we will read Plant a Rainbow ...
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Jun
20
2023
Tue
Registration
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Jun
20
2023
Tue
Library Branch:
Veterans Memorial Library
Room:
Loading Dock
Age Group:
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Program Description:
The Pizza and Pages and Middle School Reading Masters Book Clubs are joining together this summer!
Let's get together for a collaborative outdoor summer celebration for readers in grades 3 - 8! We'll not just be talking about this month's book, bu...

Prize Pickup Schedule for Veterans Memorial Library
All scheduled prize pick ups will occur on the Veterans Memorial Loading Dock, except for July 29, which will be inside.
Date | Time |
Monday, June 19, 2023 |
3-6PM |
Friday, June 23, 2023 |
9-11AM |
Monday, June 26, 2023 |
2-4PM |
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 |
2:30-5:30PM |
Thursday, June 29, 2023 |
11:30AM-2PM |
Saturday, July 8, 2023 |
10AM-12PM |
Monday, July 3, 2023 |
3-6PM |
Friday, July 7, 2023 |
9-11AM |
Monday, July 10, 2023 |
9AM-12PM |
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 |
3-6PM |
Friday, July 14, 2023 |
10AM-12PM |
Monday, July 17, 2023 |
3-6PM |
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 |
9AM-12PM |
Friday, July 21, 2023 |
11AM-1PM |
Tuesday, July 25, 2023 |
3-6PM |
Wednesday, July 26, 2023 |
9-11AM |
Thursday, July 27, 2023 |
2-4PM |
Saturday, July 29, 2023 |
9AM-5PM |
Monday, July 31, 2023 |
3-6PM |