Library encourages readers, gamers to ‘Level Up’ with summer reading program

Lobby in the Central Library Photo courtesy of San Diego Constituents Library As summer kicks into high gear the San Diego Citizens Library will host an event Saturday to help book readers and tournament lovers blend their hobbies for the newly revamped Summer Reading Effort The Summer Reading Activity is the perfect place for children and adults to engage in literary and physical fun to keep their brains sharp during the summer months revealed Library Director Misty Jones Level Up at Your Library spans genres from entertainment physical activity imagination and more There is something for everyone to enjoy that is both entertaining and educational On Saturday the p m Summer Reading Undertaking Kick-Off Carnival event hosted at the Central Library s courtyard Park Blvd will feature carnival games storytime by Jimmy Sherfy materials tables balloon animals and magic by Illusions by Allen Prizes for completed books are available while supplies last and include museum passes and free books City libraries will also host region events throughout the summer including video meeting tournaments board encounter nights and more Two Meeting Jam camps will allow students to discover the world of video meeting design The Summer Reading Scheme offers age categories for children ages - and - youth ages - and adults ages and up Reading and sessions can be tracked online or on paper logs which can be printed at home or picked up at any of the SDPL locations Library authorities revealed last year nearly people participated in the project and collectively read more than books Through Aug SDPL encourages people to participate in the scheme by registering reading gaming and earning points that can be redeemed for prizes beginning June To register online view a list of initiatives and books or to find a Summer Reading Operation event near you visit sandiego gov summerreading City News Amenity