SCCLD's Campbell Library Invites Everyone to Win!

SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CALIF. – May31, 2015 –  Winning has never been easier for local residents who enroll in Santa Clara County Library District’s (SCCLD) 2016 Summer Reading Challenge.  “Read for the Win,” the theme for this summer’s program offers everyone, but most especially Santa Clara County students, a chance to have fun and boost this year’s academic achievements while participating in free and fascinating summer challenges.   

“To Win” can imply many things.  Winning often means setting new records or becoming the best for a fleeting moment in time.  SCCLD’s Campbell Library wants everyone to strive to be a winner by joining its “Read for the Win” Summer Reading Program and earn rewards that last a lifetime.  According to the California Library Association, reading for pleasure is one of the building blocks needed for young people to grow into healthy, productive adults. http://www.cla-net.org/?78 Enhanced vocabulary, increased knowledge and reduction in stress, improved memory, as well as better focus and concentration skills are all benefits of reading. Kids who opt to include reading into their summer activities list also develop stronger analytical thinking skills, improve their writing skills and have an easier transition to the next year’s elevated grade level. 

“Studies continue to show that in order to succeed in school and life, children and young adults need ongoing educational opportunities that allow them to learn and practice essential skills.  The Campbell Library offers this and more, especially during the summer months.  I encourage all local students to stop by the library and enroll in the Summer Reading Challenge and not only read a few books but also engage in one or more of the free and engaging activities offered there,” commented Campbell Mayor, Jason Baker and SCCLD Joint Powers Authority member.  Beginning June 1, 2016, all kids, teens and adults are invited to join the 2016 SCCLD Summer Reading Challenge by reading five books between June 1 and July 31, 2016.  Registration for the challenge can be made in person at the participating library or online at www.sccl.org/summer2016 .  Activities, programs and incentives are grouped in three categories:

Prereaders (0-5) & Kids (6-12)

Teens (13-18)

Adults (18+)

The Summer Reading Challenge remains one of SCCLD’s most popular offerings.  Last summer (2015), over 14,385 kids and teens and 2,022 adults joined in the fun.   This year, SCCLD will once again partner with Santa Clara County Parks and the Children’s Discovery Museum.   Participants will have a chance to talk with a Santa Clara County Park Ranger during one of the many scheduled Ranger visits at a SCCLD library and every person who enrolls in the Summer Reading program will receive a FREE pass to the Children’s Discovery Museum. 

From free events, reading incentives and special story times to magicians, acrobats, teen tech workshops and author visits, SCCLD’s “Read for the Win,” has enlightening activities scheduled for almost every day of summer.  All teens and adults who enroll in the program receive a free tote bag; children (0-12) receive a book prize.  Books, eBooks, eAudiobooks, Graphic Novels, and Audiobooks all count toward the five book total.

Complete instructions can be found at SCCLD’s Summer Challenge website @ www.sccl.org/summer2016.  Read for the Win Summer Challenge activities are offered at all SCCLD libraries. For a complete SCCLD Summer Challenge listing, go to: http://www.sccl.org/read-for-the-win-events2016

The program is free and open to everyone. 

A sampling of events and activities offered at the Campbell Library include:

For Kids:

Summer Reading – Programs K-5th grade/Performances start Wed. June 8 @ 3:30pm

Summer Reading Sign Up and Kickoff - June 8

Races & Games on the Green - June 15

Village Rhythms - June 22

Family Night – Peter Apel - June 28

Storyteller John Weaver- June 29

Magician Brian Scott- July 6

Olympic Obstacle Course - July 13

Red Panda Acrobats- July 20

Fit to Sing with Bonnie Lockhart- July 27

Pre-reader July Junior Jams @ 10:30am

Music & Movement-July 6

Charity Kahn-July 13  

Sean’s Music Factory-July 20  

MaryLee Sunseri-July 27 

For Teens:

Teen Lock-In - Fri., June 10 from 6:30pm – 10pm - Ages 12-17. Advanced registration required/space limited.

eSports Contests @ 6pm -Fridays, June 17 through August 5

Drones, Drones, Drones -Mon, June 18 from 2–4pm

Stop Motion Animation Workshop for Teens - Thurs., June 23 from 2–5pm - Seating limited, sign up required. Teens 12-18.

Teen Chocolate Decathlon - Sat., July 23 @ 2pm - Space limited/registration required. Teens 12-18. 

Green Screen Photography -Wed., July 27 from 6–8pm. Seating limited/sign up required. Teens 12-18.

Zumba for Adults and Teens @ 10am-Saturdays –June 4, 18 & 25, July 2, 16 & 23, Aug. 6, 20 & 27th

For Adults:

Zumba for Families with School-aged Kids @ from 11:15- 11:45 am – Saturdays-June 4, 18 & 25; July 2, 16 & 23; Aug. 6, 20 & 27

Two Violins and One Cello Trio @ 3 pm Sat. June 4

Pilates from 6:30-7:30 pm- Tues. June 7, Mon., June 27, Wed., July 20, & Tues. Aug. 9

How to Take Better Photographs- Mon., June 13 and Mon, June 27 from 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Body Sculpt- from 6:30-7:30 pm Tues. June 14 and July 5; Wed. July 27

Yoga from 6:30-7:30pm-Mon. June 20, Tues., July 12 & Aug.2

Native “Trees” for Native Gardens @ 7 pm – Wed., June 22

Protecting Your Online Information@ 7 pm – Wed., June 29.

“Read for the Win” Trivia game from 2-3:30pm, Sat. July 16.  Space is limited.  Sign up online.