Adult Summer Reading Program
Reading
Log your summer reading and activities in Beanstack between June 1 and July 31 to earn badges and prizes. Visit fortlibrary.beanstack.org or download the Beanstack Tracker app. Paper reading logs will be available upon request. The library offers separate reading challenges for babies and toddlers, kids, teens, and adults.
Adult Challenge: Log your summer reading, complete activities, and write book reviews to earn badges and the chance to win prizes!
For every badge that you complete, you will earn an entry for our weekly prize drawings. For every five badges you complete, you’ll earn a chance to win one of three grand prizes drawn at the end of July.
For every two books that you read or listen to, you can stop by the library to pick out a small prize at the second floor service desk (while supplies last). Visit fortlibrary.org to access our online summer reading log website and app. Paper reading logs will be available upon request. The more you read, write, and do, the better your chances are to win!
Hiking with a Librarian
June 5, June 12, June 19, and June 26
Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m.
Meet at the start of the hiking trail at Dorothy Carnes Park at 10 a.m. at the Radloff Lane entrance to have a group hike with a librarian. Enjoy the beauty of nature and chat about books! Check our Facebook page or call the library for possible weather-related cancellations.
Brews and Bags Cornhole Tournament
Saturday, June 22 at 1 p.m. (Registration preferred by June 14)
Join us at Mr. Brews Taphouse for a summertime cornhole tournament! We will be tossing bags out on the lawn and enjoying good food and drinks while we compete for Mr. Brews gift cards.
Outdoor Silent Reading at Barrie Park
July 10, July 17, July 24, and July 31
Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m.
Grab a blanket or bring a lawn chair and join a librarian at Barrie Park for some quiet outdoor reading time. Bring your favorite book to read (or listen to one on Libby) and enjoy nature.
Check our Facebook page or call the library for possible weather-related cancellations.
Book Club
Tuesday, July 23 at 2 p.m. and Thursday, July 25 at 6:30 p.m.
Join Adult Services Librarian Deb Bauer to discuss Kristin Hannah’s The Women, “a moving, gripping tale that pays tribute to the under appreciated skill and courage of combat nurses.“—Booklist starred review.
Copies of the title may be requested at the main floor service desk.
Spanish/English Language Exchange
Second and Fourth Mondays in June, July, and August from 6-7 p.m.
Practice your language skills, make new friends, and have some fun. Fluency is not required. The group is participant-led. No registration is required. All ages welcome!