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
Library Legends Adult TTRPG: Spooky Dungeon Delve (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.
Creatures of the night aren’t always so scary! Sometimes, they’re the perfect unexpected companion. Meet all the friendly ghosts, ghouls, and goblins lurking in these teen graphic novels.
BabyBook
BabyBook is a lapsit storytime that introduces a love for books and reading through music & movement, rhythm & rhyme, and cuddles & play!
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.
Gentle Yoga
Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and 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.
Toddler Time
This interactive storytime introduces toddlers to books, reading, and language through stories, songs, and activities. Learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills children need to learn to read!
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.
Creative Poetry Writing Workshop (ages 55+)
Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn poetry writing over the course of 8 guided sessions.
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.
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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.
Preschool Storytime
This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, including flannel boards, dramatics, and songs.
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.
Library Legends Adult TTRPG: Shopping Showdown (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.