Read, learn, and connect with WPL
June 7th - August 14th
Earn Prizes by Reading or Listening to a Book
- Level 1: Read 3 books to earn a water bottle
- Level 2: Read 6 books to earn a tote bag
- Level 3: Read 9 books to earn a t-shirt
- Grand Prize: Kindle Oasis*
Complete all three levels for two chances to win the Grand Prize Drawing!
Want to Win Gift Cards* to Local Restaurants?
By logging books and completing activities, you will be automatically entered
into random drawings to win a $25 gift card to a local restaurant.
How to Be Entered into a Random Drawing:
- -Logging Badge - Log at least 3 books
- -Kickoff Badge - Attend any of our Summer Reading Kickoffs to get the Secret Code
- -Learn Something New: Level I Badge - Attend at least 3 classes and programs and enter feedback
- -Review Badge - Share at least 3 book reviews (we may share reviews on our blog and Facebook page)
- -Refer a Friend Badge - Sign a friend or family member up for Summer Reading on Beanstack
- -The Hanover Theatre Badge - Attend a Julius Caesar performance and tell us your favorite scene
- -Survey Badge - Complete our Summer Reading Survey to get the Secret Code
***Prizes available while they last***
*Staff and their family members are ineligible to win the Grand Prize and Gift Cards. Patron must be a Worcester Resident.
For mobile users, download the Beanstack Tracker app to get started
For more information, visit mywpl.org or call 508-799-1655 ext.3.
Tails & Tales Book Discussion
2:30 - 3:30pm via Zoom
June 16: A Dog's Way Home by Bruce Cameron
July 21: The Love Story of Missy Carmichael by Beth Morrey
August 18: The Darkest Evening of the Year by Dean Koontz
Register here
Animal Origami
Thursdays, June 17, July 15, August 19 @ 3:00 - 3:30pm via Zoom
Get crafty and learn to fold cool creature creations using origami! Origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding, is a great way to be creative and show off those craft skills. Join us to make animal-themed designs. 13+. Younger ages welcome if accompanied by a grownup.
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Murder by the Book Mystery Book Club
2:30 - 3:30pm via Zoom
June 23: Mimi Lee Gets a Clue by Jennifer J. Chow
July 28: Break In by Dick Francis
August 25: Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Story by Leonie Swann
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Mass Audubon Presents Local Birds and Birding
Saturday, June 26 @ 11:00am - 12:00pm via Zoom
Worcester and the surrounding areas are home to an incredible variety of birds. Learn about some of the birds you can expect to see in and around the City, along with where and how to look for them. We’ll also share recommendations for helpful birding books and apps.
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Poetic Beasts: A Virtual Panel of Poets Discussing Animals
Friday, July 9 @ 4:00 - 5:00pm via Zoom
The Worcester Public Library is pleased to present a virtual panel of poets who’ve written about animals. Featuring poets Maura MacNeil, Susan Roney-O’Brien, and B.G. Thurston, each panelist will share some of their work, discuss what drew them to writing about animals, and tell stories about their pets and other beastie encounters.
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Barnyard Tales from Sunny Meadows Sanctuary
Saturday, July 10 @ 11:00am - 12:00pm via Zoom
Join us to meet some of Sunny Meadow Sanctuary's residents and hear the tales of their rescues and their day-to-day lives. Recorded video footage of the featured animals in their current environment will be shown, along with commentary from dedicated Sanctuary volunteer and WPL librarian Katherine.
*Ages 13 and over is suggested due to the upsetting nature of some of the animals’ rescue stories.
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Romance Readers Book Club
Join us on Tuesday, July 13 @ 2 :30 - 3:30pm via Zoom to discuss You Lucky Dog by Julia London.
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Books to Big Screen Discussion Club
Join us on Wednesday, July 14 @ 2:30 - 3:30pm via Zoom to discuss the novel Jaws by Peter Benchley & the iconic film directed by Steven Spielberg.
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Cows on the Common, Dogs in Elm Park
Saturday, July 17 @ 4:00 - 5:00pm via Zoom
In light of our summer reading theme Tails and Tales, please join us as we explore the many roles animals have played in the history of our community.
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Summer Treats for You and Your Pup
Saturday, July 24 @ 2:30 - 3:30pm via Zoom
Join Librarian Jess as she demonstrates how to make some tasty treats that humans and their canine best friends can enjoy together! Recipes for breakfast snacks and anytime snacks will include items that you would find readily available in your home.
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Fantastical Beasts: A Virtual Tour with the Worcester Art Museum
Saturday, July 31 @ 2:30 - 3:30pm via Zoom
If you have travelled through the medieval galleries at the Worcester Art Museum, you have likely been surrounded by fantastical beasts! On columns and in other works of art throughout the museum, WAM docent Marc will illuminate these creatures hiding in plain sight as well as those he has discovered in his travels. For ages 16+.
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