Beloit Public Library invites families of all ages to its Summer Library Kick-Off Celebration on Saturday, June 7, from 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Celebrate the start of summer with a free, drop-in event filled with colorful crafts, creative fun, and reading inspiration for all ages. This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” brings a burst of vibrant energy to the library, with lots of hands-on activities. Guests can enjoy:
- Face painting,
- Temporary tattoos,
- Sidewalk chalk art,
- Scratch art,
- Painting,
- Beading (for tweens and teens),
- Kite decorating,
- DIY photo booth with props and frame,
- Snacks,
- And more!
Plus, don’t miss your chance to register for the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, running June 7 – August 2. Participants of all ages can log minutes they read and collect prizes along the way. Prizes are available while supplies last and increase with each milestone reached:
Children’s Reading Challenge
- 200 Minutes – Pick from the Treasure Chest
- 400 Minutes – Sketch Pad, Sky Carp Ticket, or Milwaukee Public Museum Pass
- 600 Minutes – Watercolor Paint Set
- 800 Minutes – Magic Drawing Board
Teen Reading Challenge
- 200 Minutes – Gift Certificate (Culver’s, Domino’s, or Wendy’s)
- 400 Minutes – Ticket to a Sky Carp Game
- 600 Minutes – Water Bottle Stickers
- 800 Minutes – Crocs Charms
Adult Reading Challenge
- 200 Minutes – Gift Certificate (Culver’s, Domino’s, or Wendy’s)
- 400 Minutes – Reading Book Stickers
- 600 Minutes – Reading Key Chain
- 800 Minutes – Mini Coloring Book & Pencils
BONUS: Grand Prize Drawings!
Complete bingo cards for extra fun and a chance to win big:
- Adult Grand Prize – Dinner Out
- Teen Grand Prize – Themed Gift Baskets
- Child Grand Prize – Nintendo Switch Lite
Grand prize winners will be drawn and announced on Monday, August 11.
“Color Our World is all about celebrating creativity, diversity, and discovery through reading,” said Amy Mitchell, Marketing and Communications Coordinator. “This celebration is just the beginning of a full summer of imagination and inspiration.”
No registration is needed for the event—just stop by, get colorful, and get reading! For more information, visit beloitlibrary.org or call (608) 364-2905.
