What is Summer Reading?
You may know that Summer Reading at the Cape Girardeau Public Library is a great way to encourage kids to continue reading while school is out for the summer. That's true...but it's so much more!
We've also got tons of events for all ages, reading challenges for all skill levels, and...did we mention prizes? Summer Reading is for EVERYONE!
Read books. Win prizes. Have fun!
Keep track of your reading progress and event attendance for your chance to win both weekly & grand prizes!
There are two ways to participate:
- Pick up paper reading logs at either the Adult Services or Youth Services desks, OR...
- Keep track of it all using ReadSquared! Download the app to your device or click here to get started.
This summer's grand prizes:
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Tonieboxes + characters, Discovery Playhouse family memberships (ages 0-5)
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Bicycles, Osmo Starter Kit, Teehouse gift cards (ages 6-11)
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Apple AirPods, Amazon Kindles, Settlers of Catan (ages 12-18)
- Bookish gift baskets & gift cards (ages 18+)
PLUS weekly participation giveaways:
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Gift cards to local stores & restaurants
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Fun library swag
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Free books
- ...and more!
Grant funding & sponsorships
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
Additional funding provided by the Friends of the Cape Girardeau Public Library.
Bike prizes donated by VFW, Ladies Auxiliary, and United Commercial Travelers.
Upcoming Events
Sensory Craft Time
Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured for adults with mental, behavioral, or physical disabilities. Two sessions are offered each month; please register for only one session.
This month we are celebrating the cooler weather by making faux snow! Participants will mix baking soda, shaving cream, and glitter to make fake snow.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Crafternoon: Plastic Canvas Retro Home Ornament (ages 18+)
Join us to make a festive ornament just in time for the holidays! Participants will make an ornament out of plastic canvas and yarn in the shape of a small retro-style house. Registration is required.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Family Escape Room: Space School (ages 6+)
Solve puzzles to help us discover a new planet! This escape room is recommended for groups of 4-8 people.
Available by appointment; click the button below to view available time slots.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.
Sensory Craft: D.I.Y. Faux Snow (ages 18+)
Sensory Craft Time
Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured for adults with mental, behavioral, or physical disabilities. Two sessions are offered each month; please register for only one session.
This month we are celebrating the cooler weather by making faux snow! Participants will mix baking soda, shaving cream, and glitter to make fake snow.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Family Escape Room: Space School (ages 6+)
Solve puzzles to help us discover a new planet! This escape room is recommended for groups of 4-8 people.
Available by appointment; click the button below to view available time slots.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.
If you:
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Library Legends Adult TTRPG: Trials of the Toymakers (ages 18+)
Join us for role-playing adventure in Dungeons and Dragons and beyond! We will have short campaigns telling a complete story arc, with new sessions beginning every four weeks.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Go on a reading vacation this winter with these books set in different countries!
Family Escape Room: Space School (ages 6+)
Solve puzzles to help us discover a new planet! This escape room is recommended for groups of 4-8 people.
Available by appointment; click the button below to view available time slots.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.